Applied Biomedical Science (Degree Apprenticeship) (Hons)

Overview

When you complete the course successfully, you'll be eligible to apply for registration as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). You'll have a vital, in-demand skill set, opening paths to roles from diagnosing illnesses such as COVID–19 to establishing whether a patient and donor are compatible for transplantation.

What you'll experience

On this Applied Biomedical Science (Degree Apprenticeship) (Hons) at University of Portsmouth , you'll:

• Learn about the main pathological disciplines, including haematology, blood transfusion, microbiology, clinical biochemistry, histology and immunology
• Develop your skills in interpreting data in a laboratory context
• Have the opportunity to apply for membership to the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), opening up a further portfolio of training courses, and the potential for future professional advancement
• Improve your communication skills in scientific and analytical writing, learning how to communicate complex scientific concepts to a broad audience
• Earn a degree qualification while you work, with the Government and your employer covering your tuition fees

Career

When you graduate, you'll be ready to work in a Band 5 Biomedical Scientist role in areas such as:

• Main pathology disciplines, such as haematology, biochemistry, blood transfusion, microbiology, histology or immunology
• Molecular medicine
• Genetics
• Government and professional research
• With further training and experience, this qualification allows progression to roles such as:
• Section leader
• Laboratory manager
• Consultant Biomedical Scientist
• You'll also be able to continue onto qualification routes such as:
• Master's
• PhD
• Professional Doctorate
• IBMS professional qualifications
• The Scientist Training Programme (STP)