1. Biological and Biomedical Science Dr Tony Worthington CSci FIBMS PhD FHEA Microbiology, School of Life and Health Sciences Aston University

2. Overview of Today’s Presentation Dr Tony Worthington Reader in Clinical Microbiology Admissions Tutor (Biology and Biomedical Sciences) Tel: 0121 204 3951; E-mail: T.Worthington@aston.ac.ukT.Worthington@aston.ac.uk A little bit about Aston University as a HEI Biological and Biomedical Science (BMS) programmes -structure -teaching/assessment -entry requirements -careers Experience Biology/BMS at Aston Mini lecture: ‘the fantastic world of microbiology’ Laboratory Demonstration Q Question and Answer Session Please feel free to ask questions as we go along….

3. Welcome to Aston University Founded 1895 22 nd April 1966: Royal Charter, University status 10,500 Students (8,000 UG; 2,500 PG) University with a rich, cultural diversity Students from over 120 countries worldwide 50% male / 50% female Friendly, safe university, community atmosphere 5 mins walk from Birmingham City centre Excellent travel network, theatres, restaurants, shopping, art, sport

4. Aston University Schools of Study School of Life and Health Sciences Engineering & Applied Science Engineering & Applied Science Languages & Social Studies Languages & Social Studies Aston Business School Aston Business School Life & Health Sciences Life & Health Sciences Healthcare Science Psychology Optometry Pharmacy Biology BMS

5. UG Biomedical and Biological Science Programmes Biological Science (3 yr FT and 4 yr with placement) Biological Science Human Biology Microbiology and Immunology Cell and Molecular Biology Biology with Science Education (QTS) 4 year programme combining Biology and Teacher Training Students graduate with Qualified Teacher Status Biomedical Science 3 and 4 year FT Biomedical Science (IBMS accredited) 4-year Applied Biomedical Science with clinical placement (IBMS accredited / HCPC approved) Master of Biology (MBiol) (4 yr FT and 5 yr with placement) Extended programme of study Students graduate with a Masters Degree in Biology

6. Biological Sciences (Honours)

7. YEAR 1 (CT 20hr) (120 credits) YEAR 2 (CT 25hr) (120 credits) PLACEMENT (120 credits) FINAL YEAR (CT 30hr) (120 credits) Molecular biology Cell Biology Applied Microbial Technology Molecular Genetics PLACEMENT TEAM Physiology Cell biology PhysiologyBiotechnologyCancer biology Stem cell biology GeneticsMetabolismApplied molecular biology Immunology IImmunology IIImmunology III BiochemistryMolecular geneticsMedical biochemistry Microbiology IMicrobiology IIFood microbiology Key skillsMolecular pathologyClinical microbiology and infectious disease Progression year25% carry over of marks to final year RESEARCH PROJECT

8. Final year options: The choice is yours! 5 choices reflect the biology degree you qualify with Human Biology eg. Physiology, Cancer biology, Medical Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Immunology Microbiology and Immunology eg. Immunology, Clinical Microbiology, Food Microbiology, Physiology, Molecular Biology Biological Science Cell and Molecular Biology

9. Year 3: Go out on placement and gain ‘real world’ experience UK and O/S placements are possible Placements Office Biological or pharmaceutical company Research establishment Biotechnology companies Health service / Hospital laboratories Teaching Assistants (Kenya) Placements may be paid or unpaid

10. What can you do with a Biological Science degree ? Medicine Dentistry Research (eg. PhD) Biomedical Scientists Pharmaceutical companies Medical journalism Medical sales Marketing

11. New for 2014 Biology with Science Education (QTS) Year 1 Aston: Biological Science (120 credits) Year 2 Aston: Biological Science (120 credits) Year 3 Newman University (120 credits) Teacher training Teaching theory Classroom experience Year 4 - Aston (100 credits) - Newman (20 credits) Biological Science Embedding Education Aston and Newman University Collaboration

12. Biomedical Science (Hons)

13. Biomedical Science What is Biomedical Science ‘ Study of the Human Body in Health and Disease’ What is a Biomedical Scientist (a)50,000 Health Care Scientists who work predominantly in the NHS (b)Facilitate the diagnosis of disease eg cancer, diabetes, toxicological studies, blood transfusion, cervical smears infections including meningitis, hepatitis and AIDS

14. Routes to graduation in Biomedical Science Biomedical Science (BMS) programme: Three possible routes to graduation These options have been designed and implemented because: (a) Some students want to study BMS (but not practice the profession after graduation) (b) Some students wish to practice as Health and Care Profession Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientists immediately following graduation

15. Routes to Graduation in BMS at Aston University All students enrol on the same programme Years 1 and 2 of study are identical Final year of study Option 1Option 3 (integrated placement)Option 2 (sandwich placement) 1 year sandwich placement to gain work experience eg research lab (4 year IBMS course) Proceed directly to the final year (3 year IBMS course) 1 year clinical placement in a HCPC approved Pathology Laboratory (4 year course) Routes 1 and 2 are optimal for students NOT wishing to practice in the NHS Route 3 optimal for students wishing to practice as HCPC registered BMS following graduation

16. YEAR 1 (120 credits) YEAR 2 (120 credits) PLACEMENT (120 credits) FINAL YEAR (120 credits) Molecular biology Cell Biology Biotechnology Biomedical Technology Clinical microbiology and infectious disease Haematology / Transfusion Human AnatomyEndocrinology Human Physiology Cellular Pathology Medical biochemistry GeneticsMetabolismSandwich placement OR Biological basis of human disease Immunology IImmunology IIClinical Placement Certificate of Competence Immunology III Applied molecular biology BiochemistryMolecular geneticsFood Microbiology Microbiology IMicrobiology IIBiomedical Science Key Skills Key skillsMolecular pathology Progression year25% carry over of marks to final year RESEARCH PROJECT

17. Future Employment Following Graduation in BMS 3 Year FT BMS (Hons) / 4 Year BMS Medicine Dentistry Research Pharmaceutical companies Medical journalism Medical sales Marketing HCPC registered Biomedical Scientist

18. Master of Biology (MBiol) Year 1 Biological Science BMS Year 2 Biological Science BMS MBiol Year 1 Content identical to year 1 Biology/BMS MBiol Year 2 Content identical to year 2 Biology/BMS MBiol Year 3/4 4 CORE 2 ELECTIVE MBiol Year 4/5 RESEARCH (6-MONTHS) 4 ELECTIVE Enrol through UCAS Directly onto MBiol UG Biology or BMS ≥ 60% Microbiology, Cell Biology, Obesity Stem Cell Technology, Toxicology, Neurodegenerative disease…….. ≤ 60% Research focussed study

19. LHS Biomedical Research Aston is a Research Focused University h Groups Health & Disease Cell & Tissue Research Molecular Research Infection and Inflammation Vaccine Engineering Diabetes, Cancer, Obesity Healthy Ageing

20. Delivery and Assessment of Programmes Delivery: Lectures, Practical Classes, Case Studies, Tutorials Virtual Learning Environments: MAP: My Aston Portal: student information; timetables etc. Blackboard: Uploading assignments, accessing lecture slides / audio files of lectures; reference material/additional reading Assessment: Exams, Coursework, Practical Reports, Poster Presentations, MCQ

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22. Entry Requirements for Biology / BMS / MBiol GCE A Level Typically ABB (320 UCAS points) -Must include one biological subject -Chemistry preferred but not essential -Additional AS levels taken into account Access to HE / BTEC National Certificates & Diplomas: Considered on an individual basis IB (33 points+): Inclusive of six subjects (3 taken at HL and inclusive of Biology) GCSE: English language, mathematics and appropriate sciences at grade C or above

23. Further Information IF YOU WOULD LIKE FURTHER INFORMATION OR A COPY OF TODAY’S PRESENTATION PLEASE E-MAIL: LHS admissions Team Lhs_admissions@aston.ac.uk

24. Thank You….And Good Luck With Your Future Studies!! …and good luck with your studies Biological and Biomedical Science