Biomedical science

Hey!! I'm currently in my 2nd year of studying biomed and I'm really enjoying it. For a getting a job after I'd say the chances are pretty good because you can go into multiple different fields (e.g NHS, healthcare companies like Pfizer, forensics, quality and a pile of people in my course are going on to study medicine after).

Forensics and medicine require further study at university but if you want a job straight away experience is the most important thing over education, so definitely try to go to a uni with a placement year.

If you are on a course with a placement year within an NHS lab you can become a Band 5 Biomedical Science straight away after graduation.

Hope this helps a bit

Hey thank you so much but I’m going to have to apply to biomes through ucas extra or clearing if I don’t get on my course now do you think unis with placement year will be available or is it to competitive?

Hey I applied through clearing as well and I got in just fine 🙂 but do ask the uni beforehand before you go into clearing. I emailed the uni and asked basically told them my results and if they were still spaces available etc. they got back to me and said that there were and then I went through clearing and got in

Omg that’s awesome 🙌 what uni do you go if you don’t mind me asking

I go to Ulster University, so it's not that competitive to get into but I'm really enjoying the course anyways😃

For anyone that’s currently studying biomedical science at uni or has done it can you please let me know is the degree really worth it so is there high chances of getting a job after you graduate with this degree (obviously I know it takes a while but I mean eventually) .

Hey! I’m a first year at ARU studying biomedical science.
Something that’s really important if considering biomedical science is to ensure that the uni you study at is accredited, such as courses at ARU are accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, which can enhance the degree’s recognition and value in the job market.
There are many job opportunities in biomedical science such as within the healthcare, research and industry sectors.
Earning a Biomedical Science degree can serve as a pathway to advanced studies, like Ph.D. or MSc programs, providing access to more specialised career opportunities.
The ARU degree program provides placement years and internship options, contributing significantly to employability through hands-on practical experience.
If you’re interested in medicine, ARU provides the chance to transfer to the first year of their MBChB Medicine degree following a successful UCAS application and interview.
Although possessing a degree does not guarantee employment, the skills, knowledge, and opportunities offered by a Biomedical Science degree, can improve the likelihood of securing a job in the field. Actively pursuing internships, work placements, and networking opportunities are also crucial to increase your employability.
Hope this helps!

Simran
ARU Cambridge

That’s good to hear what’s the city like itself ?

Coleraine's not that great tbh (it's not even a city lol) but the campus is really nice, it's self contained so everything is on the one site (student accommodation, all the lecture rooms and labs for all degrees, library, shops etc.) so it is very handy compare to some universities based in cities where the campus is all spread out. However, it is along the coast which is really nice, so we have a pile of clubs like scuba diving, surfing, skydiving and paddle sports like canoeing or kayaking which you also wouldn't get in the city ^-^
What university are you thinking of going to?

I don’t really know which unis I’m going to apply yet that’s why I’m just asking around .