BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science
University of Plymouth, UK
Duration - 3 Years (Full time)
This programme provides an experience research-informed education by exploring the scientific basis of human health, disease and therapeutics.
KEY FEATURES
- The programme includes both coursework and research components.
- Students can gain experience in workplaces outside university through the final year internship training.
- The lectures will be delivered by lecturers from NSBM as well as by the flying faculty members of the Plymouth University, UK.
Aims of the Program
- To provide an in-depth understanding of human biology in molecular, cellular and systems levels
- To develop the laboratory skills and experience on testing, diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
- To obtain hands-on training in both university laboratories and industry experience with 300 hours of work placement.
- To apply the theoretical knowledge and practical skills on Research project which continues for one year.
PROGRAMME CONTENTS
Year 1
- Human Anatomy & Physiology
- Laboratory Practice and Safety
- General Chemistry
- Biomolecules
- Cell Biology
- Infection and Immunity
- Study Skills and Personal Development
Year 2
- Biology of Disease
- Evidence Based Practice in Biomedical Science
- Genetic Continuity and Diversity
- Cell Biology in Health and Disease
- Clinical Haematology and Biochemistry
- Infection, Immunity and Disease
Year 3
- Personal Research Project
- Cellular Basis of Immunity
- Current Developments in Biomedical Science
- Specialist Biochemistry and Screening
- Clinical Microbiology
ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS
Students should have either of the following qualifications
- Minimum 3 passes for science subjects including Biology as a subject for G.C.E. Advanced Level examination conducted by the Department of Examinations, Sri Lanka.
- Minimum 3 passes for science subjects including Biology/ Human Biology as a subject for one of the following examinations:
- G.C.E Advanced Level examination conducted by Pearson Edexcel, UK (London A/L)
- International Advanced Level examination conducted by Pearson Edexcel, UK.
- G.S.E Advanced Level examination conducted by Cambridge International Examinations, UK.
- Completion of NSBM Foundation programme
- Completion of any other foreign university-affiliated foundation programme (*Subject to the approval of program director)
- AND
- English requirement (IELTS 6.0 or equivalents such as internationally recognised qualifications and/or including NSBM English Language Assessment)
* Candidates with impressive results at a foreign examination held outside Sri Lanka, deemed equivalent to G.C.E. (Advanced Level) Examination of Sri Lanka are eligible to apply for admission to universities in Sri Lanka.
COURSE FEE
- Year 1 - 1,200,000 LKR
- Year 2 - 700,000 LKR
- Year 3 - 700,000 LKR
- Registration Fee - 10,000 LKR
- Library Fee - 5,000 LKR
Three Years (Full Time)
2,600,000 LKR
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COURSE FEE
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
- In health care sector (Medical Laboratory Scientist, biomedical scientist, Laboratory Quality Manager)
- Industrial opportunities (Research and Development officer, Laboratory Scientist)
- Education Sector