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Biomedical Sciences

Open University in Scotland

Content

Biomedical sciences is a broad area of modern science and underpins much of contemporary medicine. By studying a biomedical sciences diploma, you’ll understand how the human body works and how illnesses are diagnosed. Learn more about how cells, tissues, organs, and body systems function together and their impact on health and disease. You’ll learn how the human body works by studying anatomy and physiology, and how we prevent and diagnose diseases. Our biomedical sciences diploma will also teach you practical skills through our award-winning OpenSTEM Labs and, in some cases, extended reality.

Entry Requirements

No formal entry requirements. Computer and internet access required.

Progression Routes

On completion of your biology diploma, you’ll be an adaptable graduate with a range of transferable skills that are highly valued in the wider jobs market. You’ll have developed analytical, numerical and problem-solving abilities and gained proficiency in data-handling, using computers as well as have team-working and communication skills. Employers may also look for evidence of practical laboratory or fieldwork experience to support the skills gained throughout the diploma.

Start Date

October, February

Qualification

DipHE

Study Method

Online learning

Course Length

Flexible

Faculty

General

Department

Science

SCQF Level

8

Career Area

Health and Medicine

Career Sectors

Alternative Medicine

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