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Biomedical Science [with Foundation Year]

Anglia Ruskin University

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Cambridge Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

As a Biomedical Science student at ARU, you’ll learn about the human body at molecular, organ and systems levels, and how to investigate and treat disease. Our passionate, highly-qualified lecturers will teach you the latest findings about conditions such as cancer, diabetes, antibiotic resistance and haemostasis. Biomedical science is an exciting and dynamic subject, where research is constantly leading to breakthroughs and medical advances that have an impact on the health and wellbeing of society.We’ll begin by studying general biology, human anatomy and physiology, microbiology and cellular and molecular biology. Then we turn our attention to modern diagnostic techniques, and learn about biomedical disciplines including haematology and transfusion science, clinical biochemistry, cellular pathology, medical genetics, medical microbiology and clinical immunology.You'll study on our state-of-the-art Science Centre, in lecture theatres and laboratories, where you’ll have the opportunity to use specialist equipment. In your final year, with support from a supervisor, you’ll carry out a research project and explore an area of biomedical science that’s of particular interest to you. There’s also the option to take a placement year as part of this degree, and gain valuable work experience.Our three-year course in Cambridge is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science, setting you up for a trainee position in an NHS laboratory as a Health and Care Professions Council-registered biomedical scientist. Both our three-year and four-year (placement) courses in Cambridge are accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. As well as preparing you for a career in biomedical science, they’ll equip you for further study in science or medicine.

Tuition fees

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£ 18,400per year

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University information

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Anglia Ruskin University

  • University League Table

    120th

  • Campus address

    ARU Cambridge, East Road, Cambridge, Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, CB1 1PT, United Kingdom

Vibrant and bustling city campuses in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough, and Writtle – all with close transport links to London.
A friendly and welcoming community of students and staff from around the globe.
A range of international scholarships are available.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    67th out of 83 10

  • Entry standards

    / Max 216
    110 51%

    70th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    77.0 77%

    49th

    28
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.98 75%

    60th

    15

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