Biomedical Science (Honours)

Overview

• Develop the skills and knowledge required to become an accredited biomedical scientist.
• Apply the latest research and advances in technology to understanding, diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Undertake a research project in an area of your choice.
• Take the opportunity to apply for a year long placement where you will apply your knowledge and skills to a working situation.
• Transfer to the MSci route for a specialist year of research intensive study working alongside our internationally recognised researchers.

You will gain an in-depth understanding of biomedical science and its application in medicine, research and the scientific industry. This is an academically challenging course which will develop your practical and digital skills preparing you for a career as a graduate scientist.

Future careers

This Biomedical Science (Honours) programme from Sheffield Hallam University prepares you for a wide range of careers including:

• hospital pathology laboratories
• academic research
• the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry 
• medical-related disciplines
• clinical trials research
• scientific sales and marketing
• postgraduate study options

Previous graduates of this course have gone on to work for world-leading companies such as:

• the NHS
• pharmaceutical companies
• scientific law firms
• research institutes

Graduates have also progressed to further study of masters courses and PhDs or have gone into teaching.