Biomedical Science (Clinical Microbiology)

Entry requirements

The following are the entry requirements required to be offered a place on the courses:

• A minimum of a 2:2 BSc (Hons) degree in a related subject, such as:
  • Medical Science / Health Science
  • Chemistry / Biochemistry
  • Genetics / Medical Genetics
  • Human Biology / Physiology
  • Clinical Science

Fast track applications are available for Swansea University Undergraduates.

Applications as part of widening access to Higher Education will be considered on a case-by-case basis and applicants will be expected to outline their prior experiential learning over a minimum of 3years within their application’s personal statement.

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

Biomedical Science is the integrative scientific study of biological issues related to the support of the diagnosis and treatment of various conditions that affect people's quality of life. It is a well-recognised, evidence inform and valued profession that encompasses a holistic and life-span approach to the provision of diagnostic, assessment and intervention.

Our course at Swansea University explores the theoretical and practical aspects of Clinical Microbiology within the context of diagnostic and investigative discipline of Biomedical Science. We use an integrated learning approach that incorporates the use of self-directed learning activities and additional learning resources provided using the Canvas digital learning platform to supplement the on-campus learning experience. This innovative approach would further support the development of your learning experience alongside the delivery of key practical laboratory skills and your professional practice development.

WHY Study Biomedical Science (Clinical Microbiology) AT SWANSEA UNIVERSITY?

• Top 5 for overall research quality (REF2021)
• Postgraduate students have access to facilities in the £100 million Institute of Life Science (ILS) building
• ILS has clinical research of social importance as a focus, through links with NHS and industrial partners
• Teaching delivered in partnership with NHS Biomedical Scientists.
• High-quality support for MSc student research projects

Your Postgraduate Biomedical Sciences (Clinical Microbiology) Experience

As part of your degree, you will have access to state-of-the-art facilities including the Clinical Imaging Suite at the Institute of Life Science (ILS) which overlaps the University and Singleton Hospital campuses, which features adjoined 3T MRI and high-resolution CT imaging.

You will also benefit from the close working relationship between Swansea University and the NHS in Wales which provides ideal circumstances for collaborative teaching and research. We also have strong links with the UK Research Council, Welsh Government and numerous national and international connections.

There are a number of topic areas covered within our programme that will allow you to develop and enhance your specialist knowledge of clinical biochemistry via the investigation of the function and dysfunctions of systems, organs and tissues by applying the principle clinical biochemistry concepts and skills of biochemical analysis.