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BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science
University of Plymouth, UK

This programme provides an experience research-informed education by exploring the scientific basis of human health, disease and therapeutics.

Full Time
Duration
3 years

Aims of the programme

  • 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.

 

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.
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 following qualifications

  • 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.
  • 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)

 

Apply with Pending Results ( *Conditions Apply )

Course Fee
AMOUNT (LKR)
Year 1 1,200,000 LKR (Payable in Instalments)
Year 2 700,000 LKR (Payable in Instalments)
Year 3 700,000 LKR (Payable in Instalments)
TOTAL 2,600,000 LKR
Registration Fee -
10,000 LKR
Library Fee -
5,000 LKR

Student Loan facilities are available from BOC, NSB & NDB banks. Send us an inquiry to ask about paymnet plans and loan facilities.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
  • In health care sector (Medical Laboratory Scientist, biomedical scientist, Laboratory Quality Manager)
  • Industrial opportunities (Research and Development officer, Laboratory Scientist)
  • Education Sector
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