Draft:Bachelor of Biomedical Science

A Bachelor of Biomedical Science (BBioMedSc) also commonly known as Biomed or Biomedic is an undergraduate degree focusing on the application of biological and physiological principles to clinical practice and research. This degree prepares students for a wide range of careers in medical research, healthcare, and biomedical industries. The curriculum typically includes courses in human anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, immunology, microbiology, and biomedical ethics. Both in the USA and around the world, a growing demand for trained biomedical professionals who are capable for using medical knowledge for processes and discoveries that improve human and animal life. Biomedical professionals must be prepared to become part of a constantly changing and dynamic profession and thus must have a firm grounding in both the basic sciences as well as their specialized areas of interest. They must also have good grasp of the integrative underpinnings of these fields, and be capable of accessing expanding bases of information. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written are essential. In addition to acquisition of knowledge, there are expectations of competency in scientific inquiry- including direct experience with the scientific method and its application to medical conditions, data analysis and modeling, and of course the ability for critical thinking, data analysis and computation.

Naming
The names and abbreviation depend on the institution and country. Usually it is awarded with its full form as Bachelor of Biomedical Science (BBioMedSc) in order to differentiate from other biosciences degree. Second most common naming is with BSc Biomedical Science. Small number of institutions offer it as Bachelor of Health Sciences (Biomedical Science).

Classification
Bachelor of Biomedical Science is usually awarded as an honour degree indicated by "Hons" after the degree abbreviation. Some institutions might offer biomed programme under faculty of medicine, faculty of health sciences or faculty of science. This programme is a highly attractive to students in a strong, in-depth preparation in the biomedicine. Usually 50 students are enrolled every year for a one university.

Progression
To become biomedical scientist in the UK, one must have IBMS accredited Bachelor of Biomedical Science degree. Biomed graduates have diverse career opportunities across various sectors, including research, healthcare, industry, and further education. These includes:
 * Academic Researcher
 * Industry Researcher
 * Laboratory Technician
 * Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
 * Quality Control/Assurance
 * Public Health Officer
 * Epidemiologist
 * Forensic Scientist
 * Regulatory Affairs Specialist
 * Science Communication