Biomedical Sciences (with integrated foundation year) (Hons) University of Cumbria

Overview

You’ll learn all the essential photography basics - how to use a variety of cameras, both digital and film, how to make creative images, work in a studio and on location, and how to print your photos to a high standard.

In addition, you’ll explore historical and contemporary photographers and images to encourage you to develop your own style and flourish as a photographer ready for year one of the degree course.

Throughout your time spent in the Biomedical Sciences (with integrated foundation year) (Hons) from University of Cumbria you will get an in-depth understanding of the complex science behind the cause, consequence, diagnosis, and treatment of illnesses. 

You will learn how science can be applied to clinical practice and research, ultimately to make a difference to human lives through the diagnosis and treatment of disease. By putting your lab coat on you will put theory into practice in our brand-new laboratories, getting a sound knowledge of cellular pathology, genetics, the human immune system, and biochemical pathways. 

We’ll delve deep into blood sciences and clinical biochemistry, giving you the opportunity to also expand your knowledge of diagnostic approaches, researching clinical markers, screening techniques and the role biomedical scientists can play in saving lives and improving health.

On this course you will

• You learn how science can be applied to clinical practice and research - ultimately, so you can make a difference to people’s lives through the diagnosis and treatment of disease in the future.

• You won’t just secure your academic knowledge through lectures - you’ll be putting on your lab coat to learn with hands-on sessions in our new laboratories.

• You’ll work in small learning groups, so tutors are always on hand to help with your studies and research.