Biomedical Science with Human Biosciences (Dual Degree) (Hons) University of Portsmouth

Overview

You'll discover how to investigate the biology of disease to fight its effects on individuals, families and communities.

You'll learn how to use research to ask and answer key questions about human diseases, and how to identify and monitor diseases in the lab using leading diagnostic techniques.

Career opportunities

Biomedical science is crucial to public health the world over - it's how most patients' conditions are identified and how we can keep improving the effectiveness of the treatments that fight them. Here in the UK, over 70% of NHS diagnoses are based on lab findings by biomedical scientists.

With the two degrees and international scientific study experience you'll earn on this Biomedical Science with Human Biosciences (Dual Degree) (Hons) course at University of Portsmouth , you'll complete the course as a globally-competitive graduate ready to contribute to this vital field.

Once you graduate, you'll be able to take further training to apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and work as a Biomedical Scientist in the NHS, or in private or international settings. You could also apply for work or postgraduate study in Australia using your links at Edith Cowan University.