Bachelor of Science (Hons) - Medical Science
- 3 years
- Duration
- 16,900 GBP/year
- Price
- Sept 2024
- Start
- May 2024
- Deadline
- Bachelor
- Degree
- Campus
- Format
- Oxford / United Kingdom
- Location
- Oxford Brookes University
- School
Program description
On this course you will study the function of the human body in health and sickness, look at disorders from molecular, cellular and systems points of view. As such, the degree provides a strong basis for graduate-entry medical or dental school.
On this course you will build the practical skills and scientific knowledge future employers need. We’ll prepare you for future training or employment in a range of healthcare science professions or medical research.
As the course develops on fundamental biomedical science topics, you will gain a solid understanding of medical features of the human body in both health and sickness. Some topics are taught by medical professionals from the neighborhood hospitals, but most are primarily taught by our teaching team.
You will have the opportunity to work with our academics in research groups and explore such subjects such as:
- genetic damage induced by radiation
- the mechanisms of nicotine addiction
- how the heart and lungs function in health and disease
Program structure
Year 1
- Cell Biology & Genetics (double)
- Introduction to Biochemistry A
- Introduction to Biochemistry B
- Human Structure and Function (double)
Professional and Experimental Skills
- Scientific Skills
Year 2
- Biochemistry of Cell Function (double)
- Genetics
- Integrated Physiology (double)
- Molecular Biology
- Research Methods in Healthcare Sciences
Optional modules
- Haematology and Immunology
- Microbiology
Year 3
Optional modules
- Professional Placement
Year 4 (or year 3 if no placement)
- Evidence-Based Medicine & Diagnostics
- Pathophysiology (double)
- Project (double)
Optional modules
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Clinical Pharmacology
- Independent Study in Life Sciences
- Infection, Immunity and Immunology
- Molecular Biology of Cancer
- Molecular Medicine
- Neuroscience (double)
- Genomic Medicine
Price
- Tuition Fee - 16,900 GBP per year
Requirements for applicants
General Entry Requirements
- Acceptable passes in five subjects (exceptionally four subjects) at GCSE or GCE including:
- one 12-unit vocational A-level, or
- two A-levels or two 6-unit vocational A-levels, or
- one A-level or 6-unit vocational A-level plus two AS-levels, or
- two 3-unit vocational A-levels
- A National Certificate or Diploma at a good standard.
- The International Baccalaureate Diploma (minimum of 24 points) or the European Baccalaureate Diploma (minimum of 60%).
- Five subjects in SCE with two at Higher level or one at Advanced Higher level.
- Three subjects in Scottish Highers or two at Advanced Higher level.
- Any other qualifications considered by the Academic Board to be of equivalent standard.
English language requirements
- IELTS level 6.5 or 7.0 overall with 6.5 or 7.0 in all components
Specific entry requirements
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A Level: Including one A Level or a comparable Level 3 qualification in a science subject (e.g. Physical Education, Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Psychology).
About the university
The history of Oxford Brookes University spans more than 150 years. We began as a modest School of Art in rented classrooms and have expanded into one of the UK's top modern universities with a reputation for distinction in teaching and research on the local, national, and worldwide levels.
Our primary goal is to provide a top-notch educational experience that helps each of our graduates to be competent, self-assured, and prosperous. The standard of instruction students receive is an integral component of this.
Oxford Brookes works with a wide range of partners both domestically and internationally. Our connections are essential to improving our instruction, research, and information sharing. Additionally, they provide our students a wealth of placement, internship, and employment options.
In cooperation with our Associate College Partners as well as directly, we offer a variety of higher education and degree apprenticeships (ACPs).
