Bachelor of Science Medical Sciences

Medical Sciences could be for you if you plan to enter a career in healthcare or a healthcare-related profession. This programme examines the science behind the clinical practice of medicine. It addresses key principles relating to human health and disease, such as:

• diagnosis
• treatment
• prevention
• education

You will investigate the science and develop the skills you need to contribute to advances in medicine. The programme develops three important themes:

• the contribution of different disciplines to advances in the understanding and application of healthcare-related science
• the role of basic research in advancing medical practice
• social and ethical issues surrounding research and medical practice

1Year Post-Secondary Certificate