Biomedical Sciences BSc (Hons)

Program Overview

The Biomedical Sciences program at the University of Liverpool provides a comprehensive education in core bioscience disciplines, encompassing both health and disease. Students develop practical laboratory and research skills, enhance their understanding of contemporary issues, and become proficient in critical thinking and problem-solving. The program offers flexibility in module choice, catering to individual interests and career aspirations. Graduates have diverse career options in research, industry, healthcare, education, and beyond.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This program provides a broad-based education in biosciences related to medicine and medical research, offering flexibility in module choice to tailor the degree to individual interests.

Objectives:

• Develop practical and theoretical knowledge of core biomedical sciences disciplines, encompassing both health and disease.
• Develop a range of practical laboratory and research skills commonly used in the Biomedical Sciences.
• Enhance understanding of contemporary issues, ethical challenges, and professionalism in the sphere of the Biomedical Sciences.
• Become literate in finding, interpreting, evaluating, and managing information.
• Communicate ideas effectively to a variety of audiences.
• Work independently and collaboratively.
• Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Use lab equipment correctly and safely.

Outline:

Year One:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Biology core concepts, principles, and fundamentals BIOS101
• Development, function, immunity, infection, and therapeutics BIOS102
• Introductory Practical Skills for Life Sciences BIOS103
• From Individuals to Ecosystem BIOS104
• Study and Communication Skills Tutorials BIOS105
• Applied Practical Research Skills for Life Sciences BIOS106

Year Two:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Genetics, Microbiology & Infection BIOS201
• Intermediary Practical Research Skills for Life Sciences BIOS203
• The Cellular Basis of Health & Disease BIOS209
• Chemistry for Life Sciences BIOS215
• Cellular and Systems Physiology BIOS214
• Academic & professional skills tutorials BIOS205
• Optional Modules (Choose One):
• Biomolecular / Biochemistry / Pharmacology Practical BIOS204
• Microbiology, Infection & Disease BIOS206
• Optional Modules (Choose One):
• Metabolism BIOS212
• Drug Discovery & Development BIOS216
• Molecular Microbiology & Therapeutics BIOS218

Year Three:

• Compulsory Modules:
• Research Project BIOS301
• Introduction to the World of Work BIOS302
• Research Methods BIOS303
• Applied Biomedical Sciences BIOS310
• How do cells make decisions?
BIOS331
• Optional Modules (Choose Two):
• Molecular, Clinical & Translational Cancer BIOS307
• Molecular Systems Biology BIOS309
• Translational Pharmacology BIOS313
• Genomics and Evolution of Microbes BIOS317

Assessment:

• Assessed work includes essays, presentations, group work, digital communications, qualitative and experimental reports, and formal examinations.
• Results from years two and three contribute to the final degree classification.

Teaching:

• You’ll learn through a balanced mix of lectures, workshops, field work, seminars, and tutorials.
• Hands-on, practical laboratory sessions are included, with individual and small group work.

Careers:

• Bioscience graduates from the University of Liverpool have a wide range of career options.
• Higher degrees (MBiolSci, MSc, MRes, MPhil, or PhD) provide further study options for those pursuing a career as a professional scientist.
• Public sector opportunities include research institutes, government departments, the National Health Service, forensic science, and the Environment Agency.
• Commercial sectors actively recruit biosciences graduates, including the pharmaceutical, food, biotechnology, water, and agriculture industries.
• Graduates can enter the teaching profession through postgraduate qualifications (PGCE).
• The degree program is also a popular route to postgraduate Medicine, Dentistry, or Veterinary Science.

Other:

• The program is taught by world-leading academics in the subjects of biochemistry, immunology, microbiology, physiology, and pharmacology.
• Students have the opportunity to take a physical or virtual placement.
• The capstone research project allows students to plan and execute their own research, analyze and critically evaluate data, and communicate their research findings in their chosen specialization.
• The University of Liverpool offers a distinctive approach to education, the Liverpool Curriculum Framework, which focuses on research-connected teaching, active learning, and authentic assessment to ensure students graduate as digitally fluent and confident global citizens.
• The University offers careers and employability support, including help with career planning, understanding the job market, and strengthening networking skills.
• Confidential counselling and support are available to help students with personal problems affecting their studies and general wellbeing.

• UK fees (applies to Channel Islands, Isle of Man and Republic of Ireland)
Full-time place, per year £9,250 Year in industry fee £1,850 Year abroad fee £1,385
• International fees
Full-time place, per year £27,200 Year abroad fee £13,600