Course
Biomedical Scientist
Carry out a range of laboratory and scientific tests to support the diagnosis and treatment of disease.
This occupation is found in the health and care sector. Biomedical Scientists are mainly found working in hospitals, but they may also be found working in other healthcare settings including primary care and in public health. Biomedical Scientists may also be employed in industry working in laboratory and research facilities and there maybe opportunity for employment in higher education.
This occupation is regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council and Biomedical Scientist is a protected title. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, including the HCPC approved degree or the HCPC approved Certificate of Competence delivered by the IBMS, the apprentice will be eligible to apply for registration with the HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist. Biomedical Scientists can apply to be members of a professional body eg the Institute of Biomedical Science.
We offer the following programmes:
Greenwich University
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Scientist (Degree Apprenticeship)
(Launching January 2026)
Duration
36 months
Delivery approach
Mixed mode delivery: Online delivery with weekly tutorials with the programme team. 1 on campus day every fourth week throughout year 1,2 and 3. Two intensive laboratory weeks each year.
Unique benefits for employers
Delivery mode will suit the demands of the laboratory and shifts for all those undertaking the degree apprenticeship.
Professional practice modules will encompass certain elements of the lab training portfolio taking some workload from the employer/training officer.
Dedicated programme team with expertise and experience in pathology disciplines.
Two intakes per year (January and September) to suit the need of the employer and employee.
This apprenticeship offers a seamless blend of academic study and work-based training, allowing your business to benefit from improved productivity, enhanced skills, and professional recognition.
University of Hertfordshire
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science) Degree Apprenticeship (Launcing September 2026)
Duration
48 months
Delivery approach
Hybrid - Primarily online, on-campus for practicals and assessments
Unique benefits for employers
The degree programme will be delivered using largely distance learning approaches
On-campus days for block release (2-3 days) and unseen assessments
Remote learning allows the apprentice to study effectively alongside their employment, while the employer can facilitate releasing a learner on different days
The reduced on campus teaching should be attractive to learners from a financial perspective but also to employers who may have to subsidise accommodation/travel costs