Biomedical Scientists (Medical Laboratory Scientific Officers)
MLSOs support doctors in the diagnosis and treatment of disease by carrying out a wide range of laboratory tests which assist in monitoring a patientÂ’s progress during and after treatment.
Entry requirements
To be accepted on to a degree course in Biomedical Science you will normally need three GCE A-levels grades A-E (or equivalent), Chemistry and Biology are usually required, and at least three GCSEs/O-levels, preferably to include Science, English, Mathematics.
Most institutions will accept some alternative qualifications such as:
- Specified BTEC National Certificate/ Diploma: normally with merits/distinctions in Science subjects.
- Scottish Certificate of Education: 3 Cs at Higher grade, including Biology and Chemistry.
- Irish Leaving Certificate: 5 Cs at Higher level, including Biology and Chemistry.
- Advanced GNVQ (Level 3) including Biology and Chemistry.
- Overseas Equivalents
Other relevant degrees, other than Biomedical Science, may be accepted as a route of entry to employment.
Once you have successfully completed your degree programme you will need to apply for state registration from the Health Professions Council (HPC) .
The Health Professions Council
Park House
184 Kennington Park Road
London
SE11 4BU
tel +44 (0) 20 7582 0866
fax +44 (0) 20 7820 9684
For further information contact:
Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
12 Coldbath Square
London
EC1R 5HL
Tel: +44 (0) 20 7713 0214
Fax: +44 (0) 20 7436 4946
Email:
[email protected]
Website:
www.ibms.org