BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science

University of Northampton, the

Subject: Biomedical Sciences (Non-Specific) |

Location: University of Northampton Waterside Campus |

Study mode: Full-time

Length: 3 years

Distance learning: Not available

Placement year: Optional

Year abroad: Not available

Foundation year: Not available

National Student Survey (NSS)

52%

"Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course."

Data from 20 students (55% of those asked)

Course

The course is intellectually stimulating

My course has challenged me to achieve my best work

My course has provided me with opportunities to explore ideas or concepts in depth

My course has provided me with opportunities to bring information and ideas together from different topics

My course has provided me with opportunities to apply what I have learnt

The course is well organized and running smoothly

The timetable works efficiently for me

Any changes in the course or teaching have been communicated effectively

Support

I have been able to contact staff when I needed to

I have received sufficient advice and guidance in relation to my course

Good advice was available when I needed to make study choices on my course

The IT resources and facilities provided have supported my learning well

The library resources (e.g. books, online services and learning spaces) have supported my learning well

I have been able to access course-specific resources (e.g. equipment, facilities, software, collections) when I needed to

Assessments

The criteria used in marking have been clear in advance

Marking and assessment has been fair

Feedback on my work has been timely

I have received helpful comments on my work

Community

I feel part of a community of staff and students

I have had the right opportunities to work with other students as part of my course

I have had the right opportunities to provide feedback on my course.

Staff value students' views and opinions about the course.

It is clear how students' feedback on the course has been acted on.

The students' union (association or guild) effectively represents students' academic interests.

Staff

Staff are good at explaining things

Staff have made the subject interesting

Qualification types

Data from 65 students

A-levels, Advanced Highers or similar

85%

Degree or higher qualification

Different higher education qualification

International baccalaureate

Completed Access course

Foundation course

No / unknown prior qualifications

Other

UCAS Tariff points

Data from 45 students

More than 240

224 – 239

208 – 223

192 – 207

176 – 191

160 – 175

144 – 159

10%

128 – 143

112 – 127

25%

96 – 111

25%

80 – 95

15%

64 – 79

10%

48 – 63

Less than 48

A year on the course

90%

"of students are still on the course or have completed"

Data from 50 students

Are still studying

90%

Are taking a break from their studies

Have completed their studies

Have left with a lower qualification

Have left without a qualification

10%

Professional accreditation

This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired. Find out more

Earnings after the course

Average earnings for all full-time Subjects Allied To Medicine courses

For graduates from University of Northampton, the

After 15 months

£25,000

Range: £24,000 — £28,000

Data from 150 people (67% of those asked)

After 3 years

£23,500

Range: £17,000 — £29,000

Data from 275 people

After 5 years

£26,500

Range: £18,500 — £33,500

Data from 285 people

What graduates are doing 15 months after the course

94%

"of the students go on to work and / or study"

Data from 235 students (67% of those asked)

Now working

89%

Doing further study

Working and studying

Unemployed – previously working or studying

Unemployed – not employed since graduation

Other

Occupation types 15 months after the course

96%

"of graduates are employed in highly skilled work."

Data from 220 students (67% of those asked)

96% In highly skilled work

74%

Nursing Professionals

11%

Other Health Professionals

11%

Therapy professionals

1% In other work

Caring personal services

Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations

3% In unknown work

Employed after finishing the course but employment type is not known

Perception of work after graduating

98%

"of graduates find their current work meaningful."

Data from 185 students (67% of those asked)

Usefulness I am utilising what I learnt during my studies in my current work.

Meaningfulness My current work is meaningful.

Future My current work fits with my future plans.

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