Biomedical Science BSc Welcome Pack
Welcome to Biomedical Science BSc 2025.
This is the beginning of an exciting new journey for all of you, and we look forward to supporting you, and watching you develop both as scientists, and people. We will introduce you to exciting developments in biomedical science, and help you gain an understanding of what this discipline entails. We will introduce the basic elements of biomedical science, including microbiology, immunology, biochemistry, genetics and biomedical laboratory practice.
As you progress through the course, we will introduce you to more applied areas of biomedical science, including cellular pathology, haematology and medical microbiology. During your time with us, you will learn to develop laboratory skills, clinical knowledge and its application, and undertake a final year research project.
Our teaching is research led and based on the principles of Active Blended Learning (ABL) to enhance the learning experience, by enabling digital technologies and interactive learning. The key elements of this are active engagement and participation of students. Our aim is to help students maximise their potential and develop their skills so they can go on to lead successful careers.
Above all, we hope your time at University is as enjoyable and productive as possible.
Your Course Leader
Dr Jodie Score
Senior Lecturer in Microbiology
jodie.score@northampton.ac.uk
Equipment
You will be given laboratory coats and all required PPE upon completion of your laboratory induction.
Welcome and induction sessions
This is your induction timetable with online sessions starting on 10 September 2025, and in-person sessions starting on Monday 22 September 2025. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact Jodie Score: jodie.score@northampton.ac.uk
Session: Online Induction
Date: Wednesday 10 September
Time: 2pm-3pm
Link: Join the meeting now
Meeting ID: 377 010 628 564 4, Passcode: DP7SZ9se
Monday 22 September – Friday 3 October
Welcome Week activities
From karaoke to outdoor cinema, wellbeing walks to Silent Disco, and much more – there’s something suitable for everyone.
See our Welcome timetable to find out more.
Monday 22 September
- Session: Welcome Induction
- Time: 10am-1pm
- Location: Learning Hub, Leathersellers Hide (fourth floor)
Tuesday 23 September
- Session: Meet the Team
- Time: 3-5pm
- Location: LH013, ground floor, Learning Hub
Friday 26 September
- Session: Bioscience Social- join our Bioscience students for pizza and games!
- Time: 1-4pm
- Location: LH013, ground floor, Learning Hub
Recommended reading
- Ahmed, N. et al. (eds.) (2022) Biomedical science practice: experimental & professional skills. Third edition. Oxford: Oxford University Press. (Older editions of this text book are available, and will still be mostly relevant, but you could pick up second hand copies at a much lower price)
