BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science Bachelor's degree at Edge Hill University

Biology in Practice looks at the nature of biological enquiry, the ways that biological knowledge develops, and the contribution biology makes to society.

Assessment: 55% Coursework 45% Practical

Genetics and Evolution introduces the genetic and environmental control of an individual's characteristics. The module outlines how variation at DNA and chromosomal level leads to variation in the phenotype and genotype and the potential consequences of this variation including speciation. Taking a largely population genetics approach, you will study mutation, genotypic and phenotypic variation, meiosis, Mendelian inheritance, phylogeny and speciation.

Assessment: 60% Coursework 40% Exam

Introduction to Cell Biology focuses on the cell as the basic biological unit. Using a range of activities, you will examine the molecular components that determine the structure, biochemical nature and physiology of different cells. This will then enable you to appreciate the significance of a range of environmental influences. Practical activities, including a number of core biological exercises, will be used to reinforce these aspects and equip you with skills and confidence in scientific lab

Assessment: 50% Coursework 50% Exam

Chemistry for Biologists introduces the basics of chemistry, involving clear and lucid explanations of chemical concepts with a coherent problem solving approach. Building your understanding of the periodic table, atomic and molecular structures, pH, solutions, chemical reactions, model buildings and practical skills are the core elements of this module. The aim is to provide you with a toolkit of knowledge and practical skills within chemistry and linking to wider concepts within biological and

Assessment: 50% Coursework 50% Exam

Anatomy and Physiology focuses on developing your knowledge of the structure and function of the human body. The module will equip you with an understanding of the inter-relationship between the systems of the body in the context of human health and disease. There will be a considerable emphasis on laboratory-based activities, including molecular techniques and practical physiological investigations.

Assessment: 50% Exam 50% Practical

Fundamentals in Developmental Biology enables you to recognise major taxa and to appreciate their evolutionary origins and relationships. It also provides the conceptual framework to understand these origins and relationships through the study of the taxonomic hierarchy, the fossil record, phylogeny and the major events in the development of biodiversity across all species. This module then focuses on human development including reproduction biology, stem cells and their origin in the context of

Assessment: 50% Coursework 50% Practical

Techniques in Biochemistry provides concise and clear explanations of the experimental techniques used in the complex biochemistry relevant to human health and disease. Some of the techniques included in this module will provide learning opportunities on biochemical tests, chromatography (chemical separation), enzyme linked immunofluorescence assays (ELISAs), gel electrophoresis, DNA sequencing, gene cloning, PCR and the blotting of proteins nucleic acids.

Assessment: 100% Coursework

Biochemistry and Metabolism enhance your understanding of several advanced concepts in the field of life sciences. The module provides a global perspective on biomolecules, the different types of anabolic and catabolic pathways, as well as basic concepts in enzymology and eukaryotic and prokaryotic cellular energetics. In addition to the theoretical aspects of the module, you will develop a range of transferable and subject specific skills, such as basic laboratorial techniques, recording and an

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Immunology and Infectious Diseases recognises that humans live in an environment with a baffling array of infectious agents. These are of diverse composition, shape and size and seek to use the human body as a rich shelter to propagate their own genes. The effects of this are limited, however, by a series of defence mechanisms, whose action provides the basis of immunology. This module examines our defence mechanisms that lead to immunity. It also examines a number of infectious diseases and ass

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Research Methods in Biomedical Science is designed to help you develop essential skills in biomedical science research and related data storage and analysis so that you have a sound base for third year final research project and overall career development. This module provides a compressive journey through the entire lifetime of a research project, from its planning, ethical approval, data collection phase (lab work) to data analysis and data presentation in form of a poster conference. You will

Assessment: 100% Coursework

Medical Microbiology provides you with a comprehensive introduction to the concepts and principles of Medical Microbiology and builds up on knowledge gained in earlier modules. This module recognises that humans live in an environment with a baffling array of infectious agents. These are of diverse composition, shape and size and seek to use the human body as a rich shelter to propagate their own genes. The module will provide an overview of medical microbiology including bacteriology, virology,

Assessment: 50% Exam 50% Practical

Clinical Genetics is the study of inherited and acquired genetic conditions, at a variety of levels. This module builds upon the fundamental principles of molecular biology and genetic inheritance studied at L4. It introduces you to inborn errors caused by inherited and acquired mutations, both in the nuclear and mitochondrial DNA and will discuss modes of inheritances and their impact on families and personal lives. This module discusses human-related genetics on a molecular, clinical and patho

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Biomedical Science Research Project enables you to develop an initial idea into a suitable project through the planning, execution and reporting of an individual research report. You will begin by writing a concise project application which will include both health and safety and ethical considerations. Once your research proposal is approved, you will undertake practical work in a state-of-the-art research environment. You can conduct your research either at Edge Hill University or at collabora

Assessment: 100% Coursework

Clinical Biochemistry introduces you to the concepts of clinical biochemical analyses of body fluids and other biological material aiding the diagnostic, therapy, and healing processes of patients at their point of care. You will acquire skills required to work in a diagnostic or industrial settings.

Assessment: 60% Exam 40% Practical

Pathology details the fundamental cellular processes that lead to the development of disease. The module also explores how these processes relate to dysfunction within tissues and organs and ultimately the presentation of typical pathological phenotypes and patient symptoms. Diseases with genetic origins (such as congenital ichthyosis) and environmental origins (such as lung disease) will be considered, as will the interactions between the two (as in cardiovascular disease). There is a significa

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Transfusion Science & Haematology provides an in-depth exploration of human blood in both health and disease. You will examine the processes of haematopoiesis and haemostasis, developing an understanding of how blood cells are formed and how normal clotting is maintained. Key clinical conditions, including various forms of anaemia, leukaemia and lymphoma, are studied to illustrate the pathological mechanisms that disrupt normal blood function. The module also introduces the principles and techno

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Epidemiology is the study of factors affecting the health and illness of populations. You will investigate how disease patterns are monitored both nationally and globally, how changes in disease patterns are studied and how public health strategies are formulated.