**Why Biomedical Science (with placement)?**Our Biomedical Science degree will prepare you for a fascinating future career, whether you wish to graduate to a role in medical research and health services, or move on to professional training in medicine, dentistry, nursing or teaching. Entering a field at the forefront of pioneering advances in medicine, you’ll explore highly relevant and current issues across a range of themes including biochemistry, microbiology, genetics, haematology and virology. You’ll also be able to develop specialisms in advanced areas from biotechnology to neurobiology, toxicology to cancer medicine and more.Our course is very practically-focused and you’ll develop your skills in cutting-edge biomedical laboratory facilities. A series of health laboratory challenges will help build your abilities and confidence in the diagnosis, monitoring, treatment and prevention of disease, before you progress to laboratory research of your own choosing. Work-based modules, ranging from short internships to year-long placements, also give you opportunities to gain real-world experience. This will help further enhance your employment prospects in a wide range of sectors, which are increasingly seeking graduates with biomedical science skills. **Why University of Gloucestershire?** We’ve been using our expertise to support and inspire students since 1847. Join us and you’ll benefit from a wide range of courses and professional-standard facilities in the beautiful, historic surroundings of Cheltenham and Gloucester. Our vibrant and tight-knit community of over 10,000 students and staff means you will enjoy a diverse range of sports clubs, societies and activities whilst making friends for life and securing valuable professional connections.Our specialised and experienced lecturers treat our students as more than just a number, and care about their futures. Alongside their support, guest speakers, networking events and work placements will help you prepare for life after graduation, whether that be in a successful career in your field or onto further study. Our students never tire of finding inspiration here in the dynamic county of Gloucestershire. Cheltenham and Gloucester offer the best of city and country living, with the rolling hills of the Cotswolds paired with vibrant nightclubs and stunning parks in the bustling town and city centres.**After the course**Your story with us doesn’t end at graduation. We are proud of our record that 92% of University of Gloucestershire graduates are in work or further study within six months of completing their course*, and throughout your studies we are committed to working with you to develop your future plan.*Graduate Outcomes Survey published 2021 and based on 2018/19 leavers.**Experience an open day**Book yourself a place at a University of Gloucestershire open day at www.glos.ac.uk/BookAnOpenDay. Our open days have been designed to inform you, inspire you, and help you make the right decision about your next step. It’s your chance to see the university for yourself, get a real insight into what we're about and meet your potential course tutors and lecturers. Our friendly student ambassadors will also be on hand to show you round your campus. **To find out more information about this course, visit www.glos.ac.uk/OurCourses, email us on enquiries@glos.ac.uk or call 03330 14 14 14.**

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