Biomedical Science University of Derby

Overview

You will learn critical reflection on biomedical theories and practice and develop a flexible approach to problem solving in biomedical science.

You can choose one of three specialist options in the field of clinical immunology, advanced cellular pathology or clinical haematology and transfusion science. This offers you a chance to further pursue your interests in healthcare science

You will gain advanced research skills such as Multi-OMICS approach in disease diagnosis, drug development and understanding mechanistic intracellular pathways. You will be conducting independent research in University of Derby’s laboratories, NHS hospital pathology (subject to availability) and/or your workplace (subject to approval), under the supervision of highly qualified research active academics/pracademics

Careers

As a Biomedical Science graduate at University of Derby, you’ll be equipped with skills which put you at the forefront of advances in the medical industry – the MSc qualification adds real substance to your CV, giving you an edge in the job market.

As a graduate, the careers you could work in include:

• Biotechnologist 
• Clinical scientist
• Research scientist 
• Genetic counsellor 
• Medical sales representative 
• Scientific writer/publisher 
• Further (L8)- PhD education
• Drug development industry
• Pharmaceutical Scientist