University of West of Scotland

Course Details

BSc Hons. Biomedical Science / Applied Biomedical Science

Course Description

Biomedical scientists provide medical and nursing staff with the laboratory results that are vital in the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of disease. UWS works in partnership with staff from NHS laboratories and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) to equip you with the theory and practical skills necessary to become a biomedical scientist.

Course Duration

NumberDuration
4year

Career outcomes

Applied Biomedical Science graduates can immediately gain positions as Biomedical Scientists with starting salaries typically greater than £23,000. Biomedical Science graduates start at a slightly lower grade and undertake training while employed in the NHS in various positions, including research scientists and forensic scientists

BSc Hons. Biomedical Science / Applied Biomedical Science University of West of Scotland