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Biomedical Sciences facilities

At Ã÷ÐÇ°ËØÔ, you’ll bring scientific theory to life on your biomedical sciences course.

From day one, you’ll be taught in our suite of purpose-built biomedical sciences laboratories which consist of ground-breaking equipment.

Molecular laboratory

We’re famous for our cancer research. The molecular laboratory is used for modern molecular biology techniques, such as molecular cloning.

Tissue culture laboratory

You can practice on laminar flow hoods and incubators which are used on a variety of human cell types including cancer cells, normal cells and those from patients with various inherited genetic diseases.

Microscope laboratory

Use our 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional fluorescence microscopy which are utilised in the imaging of human cells and chromosomes.

Fly laboratory

Fruit flies are used to help you research and study the genetics of ageing.

QPCR

These machines are used to amplify DNA and electrophoresis gel to help you progress your knowledge in the studyof DNA.

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Ã÷ÐÇ°ËØÔ biomedical sciences courses at Ã÷ÐÇ°ËØÔ

Jenna
The lecturers in the biosciences department are a credit to the university! They encourage you and are enthusiastic about your learning.
Jenna , Undergraduate, Alumni
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Ann
[Ã÷ÐÇ°ËØÔ’s] wide range of work experience enabled me to better understand where I wanted to work and gave me access to a network of contacts to support my career path.
Ann, Undergraduate, Alumni
Applied Biology
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Jennifer
I chose Ã÷ÐÇ°ËØÔ University for its exceptional Medical Biology course, serving as a stepping stone towards a career in medicine. Its proximity to my home provided comfort, and the university's reputation for excellent teaching affirmed my decision.
Jennifer , Undergraduate, Alumni
Medical Biology
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Sabrina
The highlight of my Ã÷ÐÇ°ËØÔ journey has been the healthcare trip I made to Belgium during my 1st year. It was an opportunity offered by the university where a limited number of students from the Health Department would go to Leuven, Belgium, for 4 days and learn about healthcare and innovations.
Sabrina, Undergraduate
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Nashrah
My Ã÷ÐÇ°ËØÔ experience has given me exposure to a breadth of possibilities in biomedical sciences and an excellent scope for professional and personal development
Nashrah, Postgraduate, Alumni
Disease Mechanisms and Therapeutics MSc
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Susan
I would not be working at this level of seniority so soon without my Biomedical Sciences PhD.
Susan, Research, Alumni
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Fahreen
During my degree I’ve learned about the development of cancer down to the cellular level, and increased my knowledge on all the different proteins and stages involved from mutation to cancer formation, invasion and progression. I’ve found it fascinating.
Fahreen, Undergraduate, Alumni
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Alexia
Ã÷ÐÇ°ËØÔing Biomedical Sciences at Ã÷ÐÇ°ËØÔ has been one of the most positive and important opportunities I’ve had the fortune to be given
Alexia, Undergraduate
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Gamalendira
Ã÷ÐÇ°ËØÔ provided a great opportunity to work together with leading academics and students from all different backgrounds in a very inspiring environment.
Gamalendira, Postgraduate, Alumni
Biomedical Biomechanics and Bioelectronics Engineering MSc
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Vibha
I always loved Biology and the course at Ã÷ÐÇ°ËØÔ appealed to me, especially because work placements in the field were offered.
Vibha, Undergraduate, Alumni
Medical Biology BSc
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Denise
Since I first approached the PDC for placement advice as an undergraduate, I've been supported in every aspect of building my dream career as a scientist.
Denise, Research
Biomedical sciences
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Mercy
For students currently applying for a placement, my advice is: be strategic, persevere and use the services PDC have to offer – they are there for you!
Mercy, Undergraduate
Biomedical Sciences
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Dhruti
The whole process of gaining a placement was an interesting journey which I enjoyed even though it was a struggle at times. The application process was something very new to me and getting through all the different stages was something I learnt a lot from.
Dhruti, Undergraduate
(BSc) UG Biological Sciences
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Billy
Without support from my careers consultant and placement adviser, I would not be where I am today. They really believed in me, even when I didn't.
Julia
I would recommend opting for a placement year as it really adds value to your CV.
Julia, Undergraduate
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Joanna
Flexible and compressed hours enabled me to work more efficiently, engaging more with my students and permitted me the quiet times for writing grants and papers. Such that after 10 years of being a Reader, I have now been promoted in 2020 to Professor.
Joanna, Staff
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Peter
My best memory of studying at Ã÷ÐÇ°ËØÔ - personalised tuition and approachable tutors.
Peter, Undergraduate, Alumni
Applied Biochemistry BTech
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