BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science Bachelor's degree at Northampton

The purpose of this module is to give level 4 students an introduction to human biochemistry and cell biology. You will study the molecules and chemical processes that occur in living organisms, and explore the structure and function of cells, their components, and their interactions with the external environment.

The purpose of this module is to provide an insight into how invading organisms can cause disease and relate human world health issues to populations. This module allows students to develop a broad understanding of infectious disease across the globe and the biology of the causative agents, as well as examining intrinsic & extrinsic strategies to combat microbial pathogens.

The purpose of this module is to give you an introduction to genetics and molecular biology. You will learn about the fundamental mechanisms of DNA replication, transcription and translation. You will also explore how the tools of molecular biology, including cloning and PCR, allow the manipulation and understanding of genes and the proteins they encode.

The purpose of this module is to introduce the student to the basic concepts in immunology and to appreciate the clinical relevance. The syllabus will cover cell types associated with different types of immune responses including B and T lymphocytes and their various roles including antibody generation and fighting pathogens.

The purpose of this module is to provide an appropriate level of understanding of the anatomy and to introduce the student to the basic principles and concepts of physiology. Enabling an understanding of different body systems and how they are integrated to produce homeostasis. The focus will be on human anatomy & physiology and will study the form and functions of the major body systems.

The purpose of this module is to equip students with a basic understanding of biomedical laboratory practice. We will explore laboratory, regulatory and ethical guidelines and introduce relevant concepts in biomedical science and laboratory procedures.

The sequencing of the human genome has enhanced our understanding of the genetic basis of disease and led to the emerging fields of both bioinformatics and genomics. This module will extend the students' appreciation of molecular biology learnt in SLS1020 while introducing students to both genomics and bioinformatics. The focus will be on applications of genomics to human disease, forensics and sports science.

The purpose of this module is to develop knowledge and understanding of quantitative research methods, analysis and research skills within the context of human bioscience. The emphasis will be upon understanding and experiencing the entire research process from conception to presentation and developing the critical skills necessary to undertake an independent research project.

The purpose of this module is to give the student the opportunity to investigate the mechanisms underlying metabolic activities and physiological processes. By achieving the learning outcomes, this module aims to develop an understanding of biochemical regulation of the processes of life. Students will work toward securing the basic foundation needed to study all areas of biology, preparing them to undertake their independent research projects.

The purpose of this module is to integrate basic concepts of immunology with clinically relevant processes. The host response to infection or injury will be explored focusing on specialised cell types and molecules and a variety of laboratory techniques and research approaches.

The purpose of this module is to introduce the student to the highly dynamic area of pathology exploring mechanisms of disease in cells (cytopathology) and tissues (histopathology). Students will develop a clear understanding of how disease, such as cancer, inflammation, etc., is diagnosed using changes observed and information at the tissue, cellular and molecular level. Current and novel strategies for diagnosing disease will also be explored.

This module aims to examine the principles of blood diseases and immunopathological conditions within the body. This develops students understanding of the interconnected nature of haematology and clinical immunology to enhance their competence in the various approaches to clinical cases, and investigative techniques.

The purpose of this module is to build on the understanding of material learnt in SLS2001. This will enable students to develop a deeper understanding of how genes behave both at the level of the individual and in populations. There will be an emphasis on linkage, association, and interaction of genes with other genes and the environment, and a discussion of how these factors influence complex traits and diseases.

The purpose of this module is to explore the ways in which the analysis of body fluids and tissues are critical to patient care and contribute significantly towards the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prognosis to most disease processes. A wide range of laboratory-based tests with relevance to clinical conditions will be covered.

The purpose of this module is to actively engage in current research on pathogens and understand the mechanisms used by pathogens to cause disease and impact on human health. The module will also focus on the challenges posed by infections with antimicrobial resistant microorganisms.

The purpose of this module is to provide students with the ability to explain diseases of the blood by interpreting data or information obtained from blood analysis. Students will explore key issues in transfusion science and investigate the causes and consequences of anaemias, haemoglobinopathies and thalassaemias, haematological malignancy as well as haemostasis and thrombosis.

The purpose of this compulsory module is to engage students with basic and/or translational biomedical research. Students will typically undertake a lab based project, a bioinformatics project, or a systematic literature review.