The Medical Biosciences (Singapore) BSc (Hons) is delivered through a partnership between Aston University and EAIM, Singapore. It prepares you for a career in biomedical science or research within the allied health professions, combining academic knowledge with practical and professional skills.
You’ll study key subjects that underpin human health and disease, while exploring the vital role biomedical scientists play in modern healthcare through innovation and scientific expertise. You'll also complete your own research project, gaining hands-on experience and real-world insight that will support your progression into a career that improves and transforms lives.
This is a 12-month top-up programme. 18-month and 24-month study options are also available to the right candidates with prior learning.
Successful graduates receive an honours degree awarded by Aston University.
Medical Bioscience (Singapore) (12-month Top Up)
BSc (Hons)
With academic content developed by Aston University and offered through the East Asia Institute of Management (EAIM), our Medical Bioscience course is the ideal academic progression pathway for biomedical and life science-related diploma holders in Singapore.
Location: Aston University, Birmingham
Course type
Full-time
Entry requirements
Duration
12 months
UCAS code(s)
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Course overview
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Course outline
12 month programme
The programme will be delivered as two semesters of 60 credits. Each semester will contain two blocks of 30 credits, delivered over a six-month period.
Students may only enter the course in the semester offering Block 5 or 6 and must progress sequentially through the semesters. The order in which blocks are taken within a semester is not prescribed.
All students joining the course will receive RPL credit for stage I based on previous qualifications and experience allowing direct entry into the final stage (Stage F).
Final stage (Stage F) learning outcomes:
• Critically review scientific literature.
• Create and test hypotheses using appropriate methodologies.
• Gather, analyse and interpret data from studies.
• Critically reflect on their own research and development to identify pathways for improvement.
• Communicate effectively through a variety of media to a range of audiences.
• Work within health and safety and ethical regulations within a research environment.
• Apply the foundations of microbiology and immunology to the understanding and treatment of human disease including inflammation.
• Critically reflect on the enhancement of patient care and the importance of codes and acts in Biomedical Science and develop employability skills.
Academic content is provided by Aston University academics, with additional support by tutors at EAIM. The Course Director on behalf of Aston University is Dr Stephane Gross, Lecturer in Cellular Biology.
For full details please visit the EAIM, Singapore website.
How you will learn
Course content is developed and delivered by Aston University academics and accessed through a dedicated virtual learning environment. You’ll have 24/7 access to a wide range of learning resources, including core study materials, key texts, scientific journals, e-journals and specialist databases.
You will also be supported by qualified tutors at EAIM, Singapore where a new blended teaching method makes use of innovative learning methods such as:
- Smart interactive boards
- Gamification
- Short videos
- Bite-sized information under each learning outcome
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Built into every undergraduate degree
Gain the skills employers look for worldwide.
As an Aston student, you will develop expertise in four key areas:
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Environmental Sustainability
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Modules
All students joining this course will receive RPL credit for stage I and II based on previous qualifications and experience allowing direct entry into stage 3.
You will join the programe at the final stage (Stage F) of the full programme and will study blocks 5-8 of the full programme, and study the following core modules:
| Module Title | Credits |
|
Block 5: Cancer Biology To provide an enhanced understanding of the biology of cancer including its nomenclature, causes, metastasis and the basis for conventional and novel therapies and development of resistance. |
15 |
|
Block 5: Research Project Preparation The research project will provide you with an opportunity to prepare for an individual research project where you will gain in-depth knowledge of a specific biosciences-related area and provide you with good experience in practical techniques relevant to the area of biosciences. You'll gain an indepth knowledge of a biosciences-related area, enabling you to experience of practical techniques relevant to biosciences, and prepare you to undertake an individual research project. |
15 |
|
Block 6: Professional Development for Biomedical Scientists You will develop a range of research and translational skills that will equip you to undertake scientific careers and demonstrate professional behaviour. |
30 |
|
Block 7: Clinical and Food Microbiology You'll develop an overview of microbiology and infectious disease within clinical and food and hygiene settings, giving you an understanding of the biomedical scientist in the isolation of pathogens. You'll also develop your awareness of antimicrobial resistances (AMR) within a range of communities through public engagement. |
15 |
|
Block 7: Immunology and Inflammation The aim of this module is to provide advanced theoretical knowledge of the role of the immune system in health and disease. |
15 |
|
Block 8: Research Project The research project will provide you with the experience of generating, selecting, analysing, interpreting, and presenting scientific data. |
30 |
| Total | 120 |
For more information on any of the programme's listed above please check the EAIM website.
Entry requirements
Entry will be via recognised prior learning of an approved Advance/Specialist Diploma (Level 5) in Biomedical Sciences and allied areas. - plsu work experience.
Students will require a minimum 2.0 GPA in an approved advance/specialist diploma as stipulated above, and a GCSE in English at level C or above. Students without an appropriate GCSE qualification in English will require an English language qualification equivalent to an IELTS score of 6.5, with no contributing band below 6.0.
Fees and scholarships
Please contact EAIM directly for fees:
- Email EAIM: enquiries@easb.edu.sg
- Further information about this course: EAIM website
Assessment
Assessment is through a range of methods, such as coursework, and an end of study block delivery. Exams generally take the format of an unseen essay, short answer, and multiple-choice questions in silico practical assessments.
