First Year Pathway in Optometry, Medical, and Life Science - Continue to Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Medical Science

Program Description This undergraduate pathway will provide students with the necessary skills to begin studying at level 4 in courses related to Optometry, Medical Science and Life Sciences. Students will be introduced to the core skills necessary to succeed in higher education, including thinking critically, researching and referencing appropriately, demonstrating appropriate numeracy and ICT skills, and communicating effectively verbally and in writing. In addition to these fundamental study skills, students will be given an introduction to the various scientific disciplines underpinning the life sciences. Fundamental mathematical skills will be covered in order to support students’ other subjects and give them confidence in manipulating data. Students will be introduced to molecular and cellular biology, and how these fields are applied to real-world investigations. Students will also study the biology of micro and macro organisms, with reference to both human and animal structures. Students will be introduced to the core concepts of chemistry, with a particular focus on organic chemistry, and will also be given a grounding in the core principles of physics, applied to living organisms. The Medical Science degree course, accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, combines an understanding of how a healthy body works, how disease develops and how normal function can be restored. Students will learn the theories and practice behind modern medicine and prepare for a rewarding career in a medical lab, helping diagnose, treat and prevent disease. Studying Medical Science combines analytical study with laboratory skills, giving students the opportunity to work in interactive learning environments and learn key skills through experiential learning – this includes getting hands on the state-of-the-art SuperLab, where students can put new-found skills to the test in a safe, industry-standard environment.