Biochemistry, Biomedical and Biological Science Applicants 2016 Entry

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Reply 300

lilGem

I'm a finalist at UEA if you have any questions :h:

Reply 301

lilGem

for biological sciences you have complete freedom in second and third year for modules- including modules outside the school and a number of field courses abroad to Ireland and Swaziland if ecology is your kinda thing! UEA is a much smaller university than most, but that is what I preferred, it is particularly more noticeable in the school of biological sciences as students in a number of years are more than willing to help younger years and the staff are very approachable. Similarly, they are very easy to talk to regarding gaining internships at the adjoining research park- such as the john innes centre, institute of food research and even at the hospital- where you can also carry out your third year project!. So we have really good industry connections right on our doorstep.
As a uni UEA isn't the best with admin, but that's been improving with the past year so they have been tighter with coursework return dates and feedback so we won't have to wait weeks on end.

In terms of the uni, the accommodation is on campus bar the village which is only about 5 minutes from the centre of campus and there's a new build too which is slightly closer by the medical centre. All the rooms are single beds, but compared to most universities I looked at they are much more affordable. The university, whilst smaller than most, is easy to find your way round and has a balance with the lake and the concrete :h:

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Even though norwich isn't as well known as most places there are pubs for each day of the year and a street of clubs and the university runs club nights on tuesday (themed each week) and saturday in addition to events for non drinkers such as quiz nights. There are really things for everyone, I couldn't recommend it enough :yep:

After I finish I'm taking a year out (not down to uni, but I've had a rough year with ongoing extenuating circumstances) and in that time I'm going to build on my 3 month long summer internship I had at a university back home, and hopefully work as an RA (research assistant) whilst applying for a combination of Msc/ Mres in cancer sciences/ translational oncology prior to doing a PhD. It'll help me further narrow down which area of cancer research I want to go into in the future, but I'm hoping for a research based career and remaining in science :smile:

I hoped that has helped somewhat :redface:

Reply 302

beanbrain

For anybody interested:

I am selling a couple of books on eBay that I used for my Biomedical Science degree, and thought that if any of you were interested it would be good to give you a heads up.

The prices are very low compared to what I paid for them, I'm just looking to get rid of a few unnecessary things and make some space! Here are the links:

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111990685626?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/111990687051?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649

Reply 303

leelee7237

Original post by lilGem

hey applicants, I'll be going into my third year studying biological sciences at UEA if anyone has any questions about the course etc :smile:

I've applied for biological sciences at Plymouth uni this september and was wondering if its as interesting as they make it out to be, or if its a complete bore fest ha?

Reply 304

lilGem

Original post by leelee7237

I've applied for biological sciences at Plymouth uni this september and was wondering if its as interesting as they make it out to be, or if its a complete bore fest ha?

I can't speak for plymouth uni, but I've loved it. I'm not going to lie at times some modules I've found to be absolutely dire and hated such as my first year compulsory module of evolution, behaviour and ecology. What I've found is as you progress and become more specialised so to speak with modules it does get more interesting so in my case my favourite modules have been my research project, cancer biology and infection and immunity :h:

Whilst some elements are consistent throughout modules like theoretical techniques taught in lectures it's useful to know- particularly if you're hoping to go into research or similar. Labs can vary hugely too so it's what you make of them. Seminars (if you have them at plymouth) I personally loved- because it meant you were often kept at the forefront of lecturers personal research that year!- that said this was a general theme in lectures too.

Reply 305

Jelola

I've just done my AS and was thinking about uni courses. I've been thinking about dropping chemistry next year-do u think this will affect my chances of getting into biological sciences? I don't have any work experience that'd go well with biological sciences-is it important to have a specific work experience for this subject?

Reply 306

xxKiaraxx

Original post by Jelola

You don't need specific work experience for the majority of courses (if not all) but quite a lot of universities do require an A level in Chemistry.

Reply 307

Sandra1

Hey I am going on to my second year of Biomed at De Montfort Uni if you wanna ask any questions PM me :wink:

Reply 308

Sandra1

Original post by Jelola

Pick the universities you might want to go to and then go on there website and see what they are looking for a levels...I'm not sure but some unis might want AS chem or just one science,it really depends on the uni.

Reply 309

ButterflyEl

I have unconditional offers from Plymouth for Biomedical science, biological sciences and human biology. I also have an interview for health care sciences tomorrow eek!
I have till the 22nd to decide which to do.

I'm stuck deciding between biomedical science and health care science. Help!
Is getting NHS accredited and doing the portfolio post university really that difficult?

Reply 310

Sandra1

Hey guys I got a blog which focus on advice whilst doing biomed and experiences at uni

Here is the link have a look http://ukbiomedndat.tumblr.com/

Reply 311

UCLScienceMan365

Original post by Jelola

hi jelola

any work exp will give you and advantage, esp more relevant work exp

as for a-lvl chem -my honest advice to you would be to also do a2 chem.
i did biomed at ucl - they like someone with a-level chem grade A for almost every biological science subject. if you just have chem AS, you would need biology a-level grade A, and physics and/or maths as well!

not sure about other unis than ucl though

best wishes!

Reply 312

Sandra1

anyone has finished a degree in biomedical science and got 2:1/first how do you achieve 2:1/first,any tips?

Reply 313

ButterflyEl

Original post by UCLScienceMan365

I got in without Chemistry A2 even though it was a requirement on their website, just chemistry AS to Plymouth. However that was because I had Biology, maths and physics at A2 so were willing to overlook my lack of Chemistry. Best thing you could do is e-mail a couple of the universities you're interested in and ask.

Reply 314

Jelola

Is it worth it to spend a year in industry with my biological sciences degree?

Reply 315

geor_thor

Is anyone going to the Royal Veterinary College in September 2016 to study Biological Sciences?

Reply 316

username1300986

Hi, I’ve just had my results through and am delighted that I have been able to accept a place at sussex to study biomedical science with a foundation year. However, after the initial excitement, I have started to have doubts over my choice of course.Last year when choosing a course and Universities, I was for a long time debating between Biomedical Science and Business and Management. In the end I chose Biomedical Science because I thought the course would be more interesting for me. My concern at the time was that my AS results were fairly low in the core subjects (A in Business, C in Human Biology and C in Chemistry) and I was concerned that I might really struggle in such a demanding degree, however I chose to put that thought to the back of my mind as I was predicted ABB grades which the university deemed sufficient to start the course.In my A2 levels this year, I managed to achieve exactly the same grades as the year before, ACC. I was very happy and surprised to see that sussex offered me a place, on the condition that I started the course with a foundation year. Because Sussex was by far my favourite university I even looked at, I went with it.While results day was only yesterday, the initial feeling of relief has started to wear off and doubts have started to creep into my mind. While I’m delighted with my place, I am concerned that a failure to produce the B grades I feel I needed to see a success of the degree may suggest that I have somewhat reached a limit to the level at which I can study the subject. My question is: would a switch to a course in Business and Management be beneficial? It is still definitely a course of interest to me, and the fact I achieved straight A grades throughout my A levels also suggests I am better at the subject than I am with the likes of Chemistry and Human Biology. To be clear, I’m very happy with my existing place at sussex and the course itself, my concerns are whether or not I’m out of my depth with a biomedical science degree and that perhaps I should switch to a degree that my results would suggest I’d be better suited to.

Reply 317

username1431415

Biomed at essex holla me 2016 entry.. anyone currently this course at Essex...

Reply 318

atagirl01

Hi Guys,I'm a second year Biomedical Science student at the University of Portsmouth and in my spare time also work as an Ambassador for the Uni so have a pretty good experience of what it's like. I didn't live in halls in my first year so I can help with any housing enquires. However, being an Ambassador I have quite a good knowledge of all the halls, they're location and what they are like. So any questions, feel free to ask :smile:

I also have a blog which i've just started. It will mainly be based around student life, what it was like being a fresher and being away from home, some of my life experiences and my travels around the world. It would be awesome if you wanted to follow the blog and comment, but that's up to you! And if any of you have any inspiration for future posts that would be great.Thank You!