Frances MacInnes Department of Life Sciences Division of Biological & Biomedical Sciences

BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical/Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) Cell & Molecular Biology BSc/BSc (Hons) Food Bioscience BSc/BSc (Hons) Human Biology with Sociology & Psychology BSc (Hons) Human Nutrition & Dietetics BSc (Hons) Microbiology BSc (Hons) Pharmacology Undergraduate Degree Programmes

Professionally Accredited Programmes Health & Care Professions Council Glasgow Caledonian is one of only two universities in Scotland approved by the Health & Care Professions Council to offer both Biomedical Science & Dietetics programmes. Our programmes are recognised by the appropriate statutory and professional bodies, including: – The Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) – The Society of Biology (SOB) – The Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) – The British Dietetics Association (BDA) – The Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) – The British Pharmacological Society (BPS) – The Institute of Food Science and Technology (IFST) – The Royal Environmental Health Institute Scotland (REHIS)

Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science (ABMS) –HCPC approved and IBMS accredited –Placement in trimester B of year 3 –Placements are competitive –Can apply for BMS positions post-graduation BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science (BMS) –IBMS accredited –No placement – students complete 3 modules in trimester B of year 3 –Must apply for trainee post and after a period of training, normally 1 year, can apply for HCPC registration There are two routes for Biomedical Science applicants (same UCAS code – B940)

BSc (Hons) Applied/Biomedical Science Laboratory Disciplines Clinical chemistry Cytology Haematology Histology Immunology Microbiology/Bacteriology Transfusion science VirologyCareers Graduate destinations (90% related to degree) Biomedical Scientist (NHS) Research and development (drug companies, biotechnology industry) Forensic Science Service Research institutes (government, university) Laboratory technicians Teaching GCU is the largest provider of biomedical scientists in Scotland.

BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science Salaries (Apr 2014) Trainee (starting salary 60% of Band 6) roughly 20K+ Band 5 21,478 – 27,901 Band 6* (Specialist after 2 years) 25,783 – 34,530 Band 7* (Senior Specialist promoted post) 30,764 – 40,558 Band 8a-d* 39,229 – 81,618 Band 9* 77,850 – 98,453 * Posts have to be applied for and may vary between health boards

BSc (Hons) Cell & Molecular Biology (UCAS: C760) BSc (Hons) Microbiology (UCAS: C510) BSc (Hons) Pharmacology (UCAS: B210) Develop laboratory skills actively sought by employers Careers Graduate destinations (90% related to degree) Biotechnology, health and medicine enterprises Public Health Laboratory Service (PHLS) Research in university, government agencies and industry Pharmaceutical development Product research and manufacture Forensic Science Service Medical Sales Information Science Teaching (Biology)

BSc/BSc (Hons) Food Bioscience (UCAS: D611) Careers Graduate destination (100% related to degree) Food manufacturing Food production Product research and development Product and process development Marketing Food safety – Scottish Food Safety Officer (REHIS approved) Food Nutritionist, Food Advisor with government departments such as the Food Standards Agency (FSA) Follows the core curriculum set out by the Institute of Food Science and Technology (IFST) Approved by the Royal Environmental Health Institute for Scotland (REHIS) for pre- entry/pre-registration to the Scottish Food Safety Officers’ Registration Board Student industrial placement in trimester A of 4 th year This unique programme is the only one offered of its kind in Scotland

Minimum Going Rate Biomed & Framework 4 Highers BBBB Essential: Chemistry (H), Maths, English, Biology (National 5: grade B, S grade: 2 or Int 2: grade B) –Recommended: English, Maths, Biology/Human Biology (H) English Language –If English is not your first language, proof is required. –(For Biomed) Current minimum levels are set by HCPC IELTS 7.0 (or equivalent) with no element below 6.5 –(For all other programmes) IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no element below 5.5 Level 1 entry

BSc/BSc (Hons) Human Biology with Sociology & Psychology (UCAS: CL03) Careers Health promotion Health counselling Voluntary organisations in the health service, welfare and social services Journalism Research-based activities within universities and public services Teaching (Biology) The development of strong communication skills is an integral element of this degree

Going Rate Human Biology, Sociology & Psychology 4 Highers BBBB –Essential: Biology/Human Biology (H), Maths, English & Chemistry (National 5: grade B, S grade: 2 or Int 2: grade B) –Recommended: Maths, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Sociology (H) English Language –If English is not your first language, proof is required. IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with no element below 5.5 Level 1 entry

BSc (Hons) Human Nutrition & Dietetics (UCAS: B400) Careers Graduate destination (100% related to degree) Health education and promotion Research and consultancy Working in Food, Pharmaceutical or Catering Industries Private practice The media Lecturing Social Services Three clinical placements are integral to this programme

Minimum Going Rate Dietetics 4 Highers BBBB –Essential: Chemistry, English and one other science (H), Maths (National 5: grade B, S grade: 2 or Int 2: grade B) –Recommended: Maths (H) English Language –If English is not your first language, proof is required. –Current minimum levels are set by HCPC IELTS 7.0 (or equivalent) with no element below 6.5 Note: –Applicants should show evidence of appreciation of skills required to be a dietitian. –They should be outgoing with good oral and written communication skills –Applicants will be expected to comply with Fitness to Practice guidance Level 1 entry

FE Entry Qualifications Applied/Biomedical Science and framework programmesApplied/Biomedical Science and framework programmes Level 1 entryLevel 1 entry Access to Science or HNC + B in Graded Unit + interview Level 2 entryLevel 2 entry HNC – no remediation & 15/16 credits + A in Graded Unit + interview HND – no remediation + min BB in Graded Units + interview Level 3 entryLevel 3 entry HND – no remediation & AB in Graded Units + evidence of higher performance + interview Biomedical Science onlyBiomedical Science only Level 2 entry –placement (ABMS) or non-placement (BMS) streamLevel 2 entry –placement (ABMS) or non-placement (BMS) stream Level 3 entry – non-placement (BMS) stream onlyLevel 3 entry – non-placement (BMS) stream only DieteticsDietetics Level 1 entryLevel 1 entry Access to Dietetics + interview

UCAS Applications What we look for Good qualifications BBBB – Chemistry (essential for most), Biology, Maths, English Access – Level 1 entry HNC 12 credits – Level 1 entry 15/16 credits (A in Graded Unit & no remediation) – Level 2 entry HND (BB in Graded Unit & no remediation) – Level 2 entry HND (AB in Graded Unit & no remediation) – Level 3 entry Ensure applicants apply for correct level. No need to apply for all framework programmes

UCAS Applications (cont’d) Supportive reference As descriptive and discerning as possible Needs to give some indication of applicants suitability and commitment to area and level of study Well written and informative personal statement Reasons for applying – show knowledge & enthusiasm for subject Skills eg communication, teamwork, IT Career aspirations Extra curricular activities Achievements eg sports prizes, awards Deadline date 15 January 2015 (for all applications) Applications received after this date may not be considered

Student Support Learning Development Centre Academic Development Writing essays/reports Study skills Exam prep ICT Bio Open Door Policy GCU Learn (Blackboard) our VLE Student mentors

Biorama Informative & fun Meet the staff (informal interview) Take part in the activities –Laboratory experiments –Campus Tour Numerous dates: –Oct 2014 (pre-UCAS) –Jan-Mar 2015 (interviews)

Contact Details: Biological & Biomedical Sciences T: F: E: W: Course and admissions details are in the individual programme brochures NOTE: Programmes are subject to change, please check the online prospectus or web page for the most recent updates Department of Life Sciences