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BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science (Distance Learning) (Degree Apprenticeship) at University of Portsmouth

University of Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Qualify as a biomedical scientist on this three-year degree apprenticeship for existing medical lab support staff and develop your knowledge of pathological disciplines. If you work in a supporting role in a pathology lab environment and want to register as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), this three-year, full-time by distance learning BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science degree apprenticeship is for you. You'll study alongside your existing job, and won't need to pay anything towards your course fees.

Duration: 3 years full-time by distance learning  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027 / Information for employers / Contact us  |  Location: Portsmouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Cells and Body Systems; Foundations of Applied Biomedical Science; Blood Sciences; Cellular Sciences; Infection Sciences; Becoming A Biomedical Scientist Professional Practise; Pathobiology and Genetic Sciences; Service Improvement Project.

Career pathways

Whether it's processing tests for diseases such as coronavirus or providing diagnosis services to GPs, accident and emergency departments and other health services, registered Biomedical Scientists play a key role in public health. They analyse fluid and tissue samples from patients in order to identify diseases or evaluate the effectiveness of different treatments.

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Entry requirements

Entrants will typically have completed A-levels or equivalent, including at least one science subject, or the L4 Healthcare Science Associate Apprenticeship. For applicants without relevant Level 3 qualifications, experiential learning will also be considered. Applicants aged 16-18 must have acceptable Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths, such as GCSE with grade C/4 or above or Functional Skills. If you do not have acceptable qualifications, you will be required to obtain this. Those aged 19 and over are only subject to these requirements if you or your employer choose for you to study towards English and Maths qualifications, which will be funded. Please note that you may still be required to evidence accepted Level 2 qualifications for the course, as part of academic assessment. All applicants will be required to complete a Skills Gap Analysis before completing an application form. All applicants will be invited to attend an academic interview and may be asked to submit a portfolio of work or undertake additional assessment. Applicants must pass Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and Occupational Health checks before starting the course. While we consider your grades when making an offer, we also carefully look at your circumstances and other factors to assess your potential. These include whether you live and work in the region and your personal and family circumstances which we assess using established data. Values and the NHS Constitution.

Intake: September 2027 / Information for employers / Contact us

Duration: 3 years full-time by distance learning

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