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Medical Science BMedSci

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    Key Information

    • Study Level:

      Bachelor

    • Duration:

      3 Years

    • Study Mode:

      Full Time

    • Tuition Fees EU/EEA:

      £ 9,250 Per Year

      These fees apply to students from the EU/EEA

    • Tuition Fees International :

      £ 13,750

      These fees apply to students from outside the EU/EEA

    institution

    De Montfort University

    De Montfort University had humble beginnings. It started as the Leicester School of Art in 1870. It expanded steadily, adding new facilities and subjects, eventually becoming the Leicester Colleges of Art and Technology in 1927.

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    Course Summary

    A BMedSci (Bachelor’s degree in Medical Science) from De Montfort University will give you more than a solid background in the mathematics, research and theory behind modern, evidence-led medical science. It will give you the clinical skills which will take you to the next step of your medical career. In fact, more than 94% of students who successfully complete this program go into further study or appropriate employment within 6 months of graduation (as of 2017).

    You’ll learn core life science principles, anatomy, human physiology and diagnostic techniques as part of the core curriculum. You’ll then be able to choose your own specialty from a list including Endocrinology, Pathology, Nutrition, Physiology and Immunology.

    DMU also offers the chance to take a year in work placement between years 2 and 3 of this program. Though optional, this is an opportunity to better understand the real work environment of your chosen career pathway and/or develop patient-facing skills in an actual clinical context.

    If you are changing direction after starting in another career area, you will possess valuable work experience and professional awareness. Many employers actively seek candidates with these benefits. Our network of contacts, a dedicated employability service and a reputation in the legal profession mean we also have an outstanding track-record of finding students legal employment.Many employers favour GDL students in an increasingly competitive legal job market. Through studying another degree subject, you will have gained many transferable skills. By taking the conversion route into law, you are showing motivation and determination by choosing law at a later stage than some others. This looks good to employers.

    If you are changing direction after starting in another career area, you will possess valuable work experience and professional awareness. Many employers actively seek candidates with these benefits. Our network of contacts, a dedicated employability service and a reputation in the legal profession mean we also have an outstanding track-record of finding students legal employment.Many employers favour GDL students in an increasingly competitive legal job market. Through studying another degree subject, you will have gained many transferable skills. By taking the conversion route into law, you are showing motivation and determination by choosing law at a later stage than some others. This looks good to employers.

    Course Outline

    This degree program is typically delivered over 3 years, but can stretch to 4 with the optional placement year.

    Year 1

    In year one you’ll study the basic principles of the life sciences as well as professional skills.

    Core Modules Include:

    • Basic Anatomy and Physiology
    • Biochemistry and Cell Biology
    • Chemistry for the Biosciences
    • Personal and Professional Skills

    Year 2

    Your second year will include more specialised modules as well as clinical skills sessions.

    Core Modules Include:

    • Clinical Perspectives 1
    • Evidence-Based Medicine
    • Inflammation and Immunobiology
    • Molecular Genetics and Genomics
    • Organ Systems Physiology
    • Research and Diagnostic Techniques

    Placement Year (Optional)

    There are many placement options, depending on your chosen specialty and intended career path. Recent placements have been arranged at Dohme Limited, Sharp, Merck and B. Braun Medical Limited, among others.

    Year 3

    In year 3, you’ll complete a research project. In addition, you’ll take the ‘capstone modules’ of your chosen specialty.

    Core Modules Include:

    • Cancer Therapeutics
    • Clinical Perspectives 2
    • Endocrinology
    • Nutrition Through the Lifespan
    • Pharmacology and Therapeutics
    • Research Project

    Learning & Teaching

    This is a very technical course, and in addition to the standard array of lectures, tutorials and seminars you’ll do a great deal of learning in a laboratory setting. There will also be a great deal of ‘e-learning’ content available to supplement your studies. These will include online quizzes and interactive exercises, educational animations and videos, and a series of informational podcasts. You’ll have the support of a personal tutor throughout the program.

    Career Possibilities

    You will have a lot of options on completing this program. Most students go on to higher degree programs, with an eye towards building a career in medicine, medical research, dentistry, pharmacy, or training as an NHS medical care practitioner. DMU offers a range of MA and MSc programs that make great next steps, including Advanced Biomedical Science, Pharmaceutical Biotechnology, and Physician Associate Studies. Other graduates go directly into roles in education, sales or commerce.

    Entry Credit

    Successful completion will result in a 3 year BMedSci degree.

    Applicants must typically have earned 120 UCAS Tariff points (including at least 2 A Levels), but other qualifications are also accepted. The full list of UK qualifications can be found here.

    All classes are taught in English and international students will be required to show proficiency in English by scoring well on an approved test. An IELTS score of 6.5 overall would qualify, for example.

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