Biomedical science has gotten a bad rep in the past due to the high unemployment rates that graduates face directly after leaving the course. These days, most university courses will require you to give an arm and a leg to find work directly after your undergraduate studies. This means that biomedical science has been unfairly…
It is a fact that a large proportion of students studying biomedical science eventually want to transition onto a medical program after they graduate. This doesn’t de-value biomedical science in any way, in fact, using biomedical science as a gateway course is very much encouraged by future employers since the degree on its own isn’t…
Medicine is a degree that is taught in about 40 UK universities. It focuses on giving students a solid foundation in treating and diagnosing illnesses via the medical model. While medicine is an incredibly amazing and rewarding career to get into, it has its numerous downsides and shortcomings. The majority of medical school applicants will,…
Biochemistry BSc is taught in most UK universities nowadays and focuses on giving students knowledge about biological macromolecules, and how they can undergo chemical and biophysical changes, enabling the body to function properly. This includes learning the basics of core organic and physical chemistry, physiology, and metabolic pathways that occur inside cells. A typical Biochemistry…
In the UK, students can apply to study medicine right after they finish their A levels, but all too often, aspiring medics are advised to study biomedical science before applying to become doctors. While on paper this may be a good strategy to follow because you will have background knowledge in medical sciences, in practice,…
We are now in 2020 and we all know that the job prospects of a biomedical Science graduate aren’t the greatest. There seems to be a lot of misinformation, claiming biomedical science graduates can get outlandish jobs if they play their cards right. Whilst becoming a neuroscientist with a biomedical science degree isn’t technically impossible,…
Every degree comes with it’s own set of benefits and shortcomings. These are often greatly influenced by where you choose to study your degree and to what level. For the most part dedicating 3-5 years of your life to learning about a particular subject will do much more good than harm in the long run….
Biomedical science is taught in about 90 UK universities. It focuses on giving students experience in a lab whilst still providing background knowledge of the biology behind the inner workings of the human body. This includes learning in detail about the cause of human disease, how underlying mechanisms of disease produce symptoms, and overall how…
The heart is arguably the most important organ of the body so what happens when we pump our system full of energy drinks? This article will outline 6 deadly side effects of energy drinks on the heart. Research has shown that there may be some deadly side effects of energy drinks on the heart. Energy…
Side effects of antibiotics in babies are rarely discussed but just like other medications, antibiotics do have side effects on babies. Some side effects are mild while others are severe. In this article, we are going to focus on the 6 life-changing side effects of antibiotics in babies. There are many reasons why children may…
