2020/21 Undergraduate Programme Catalogue
BSc Medical Sciences
| Programme code: | BS-MED-SCI | UCAS code: | B100 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duration: | 3 Years | Method of Attendance: | Full Time |
| Programme manager: | Dr Michael Harrison | Contact address: | m.a.harrison@leeds.ac.uk |
Total credits: 360
Entry requirements:
A-level: AAA - AAB, including Biology or Chemistry, plus another science or science-related subject (Science subjects: biology, human biology, chemistry, mathematics, PE and physics OR Science-related subjects: geography, psychology, use of maths and statistics) . Critical Thinking and General Studies excluded. Applicants taking a Science A-level (in England) will be required to achieve a pass in the practical element in addition to the standard A-level grade requirement.
- IELTS 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in any component or equivalent English language qualification.
School/Unit responsible for the parenting of students and programme:
Faculty of Biological Sciences Undergraduate School
Examination board through which the programme will be considered:
Faculty of Biological Sciences Undergraduate School: Biomedical Sciences
Relevant QAA Subject Benchmark Groups:
Biosciences Benchmark
Programme specification:
The programme will:
1. Provide students with a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the major areas of biomedical science, from cellular to systems in the first two years, with a more detailed appreciation of some specialist areas at Level 3. The latter will be research-led teaching, with the specific areas being determined by the current research expertise within the School.
2. Provide students with knowledge of current biomedical science techniques and methodologies, with hands on practical experience of some of these.
3. Require students to undertake a project in their final year. This may take the form of either a laboratory based research project or a literature review of a specific area of biomedical science.
4. Give students the opportunity to study abroad or undertake an industrial placement.
5. Ensure that, on graduation, students are able to:
> analyse, interpret and evaluate data,
> acquire and integrate information, and use information to solve problems,
> communicate effectively through a variety of media.
6. Equip students with the necessary transferable skills for further academic study and/or a career in Medical Sciences or those that may reasonably be required of a graduate employee.
7. Manage student progress effectively and provide appropriate support and guidance.
8. Provide high quality learning resources to support the objectives of the programme.
Year1 - View timetable
[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
Candidates will be required to study 120 credits
Compulsory modules:
Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules:
| BMSC1210 | Biology of the Mind | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BMSC1212 | Introduction to Pharmacology Pre-requisite for: BMSC2125 | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BMSC1214 | Human Endocrinology | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BMSC1301 | Introductory Academic, Experimental and Professional Skills | 40 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| FOBS1125 | Introduction to Physiology | 20 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| FOBS1135 | The Basis of Life | 20 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| MICR1202 | The Microbial World | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
Year2 - View timetable
[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
Candidates will be required to study 120 credits
Compulsory modules:
Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules:
| BMSC2117 | Cardio-respiratory Physiology and Pharmacology | 20 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BMSC2225 | Physiology of Absorption and Excretion | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BMSC2310 | Intermediate Skills for Professional and Academic Development | 20 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
Optional modules:
Candidates will be required to study 20 credits from the following optional modules:
| BMSC2341 | Experimental Skills in Pharmacology Co-requisite for: BMSC2310 | 20 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| BMSC2342 | Experimental Skills in Neuroscience Co-requisite for: BMSC2310 | 20 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| BMSC2343 | Experimental Skills in Human Physiology Co-requisite for: BMSC2310 | 20 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| BMSC2344 | Experimental Skills in Medical Sciences Co-requisite for: BMSC2310 | 20 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) |
Candidates must take either BMSC2118 or BMSC2123. Candidates who take BMSC2123 may also take either BMSC2121 or BMSC2125.
| BMSC2118 | Neurobiology | 20 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BMSC2123 | Sensory and Motor Neuroscience | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BMSC2125 | Molecular Pharmacology | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) |
Candidates will be required to take a minimum of 20 credits and a max or 40 credits from the list below:
| BIOL2210 | Biological Membranes and Cell Signalling | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BIOL2211 | Human Diseases | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BIOL2223 | Employment, Career planning and Professional Development for Life Scientists | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BLGY2201 | Introduction to Bioinformatics | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BMSC2121 | Cognitive Neuroscience: The process underlying cognition | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BMSC2210 | Chemotherapy | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BMSC2235 | Molecular Neuroscience | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BMSC2237 | Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine Essentials | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOBS2240 | Skills in Communicating Research beyond the University | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| FOOD2165 | Nutrition in the Prevention and Treatment of Disease | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MICR2220 | Medical Bacteriology | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MICR2221 | Medical Immunology | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MICR2222 | Medical Virology | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| SPSC2221 | Exercise Physiology in Special Populations | 10 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
Discovery modules:
Candidates may study up to 10 credits of discovery modules as agreed by the Programme Leader.
Year3 - View timetable
[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]
Candidates will be required to study 120 credits
Compulsory modules:
Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules:
| BMSC3101 | Inherited Disorders | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BMSC3393 | Advanced Skills | 20 credits | Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) | |
| BMSC3394 | Capstone Research Project | 40 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
Optional modules:
Candidates will be required to study a minimum of 30 credits from the following modules:
| BIOL3215 | Cancer Biology | 20 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BMSC3126 | Integrative Biomedical Sciences | 20 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| BMSC3138 | Cellular Cardiology | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BMSC3139 | Systems Neurophysiology | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BMSC3146 | Advanced Topics in Medical Sciences I | 20 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BMSC3148 | Drug Discovery and Development | 10 credits | Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) | |
| BMSC3236 | Advanced Topics in Medical Sciences II | 20 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| HPSC3315 | History of the Body | 20 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) | |
| MEDM3221 | Reproductive Medical Science | 20 credits | Semester 2 (Jan to Jun) |
Discovery modules:
Candidates may study one discovery module (up to 20 credits) with the approval of the Programme Leader.
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