A dedicated scholarship for Indian students wishing to enrol in the BSc Biomedical Science program has been announced by the University of East Anglia (UEA). Additionally, the National Health Services (NHS) will provide the students with a placement year.
Dr Mark Williams, Associate Professor, School of Biological Sciences, University of East Anglia, UK stated, “This scholarship represents our commitment to nurturing global talent in Biomedical Science. By combining financial support with our innovative NHS placement year, we have created a fantastic opportunity for students to receive world-class education and invaluable hands-on experience in the UK healthcare sector. We believe this programme will empower the next generation of biomedical scientists to make significant contributions to global healthcare.”
About the scholarship programme by University of East Anglia (UEA)
For Indian students who wish to enrol in this degree and pursue a career in biomedical science with the NHS in the UK, this scholarship provides substantial financial assistance. The scholarship is worth £4,000 a year for the duration of the programme.
With a focus on real-world applications, the four-year Biomedical Science degree program seeks to provide students with both advanced theoretical knowledge and practical abilities.
In the third year, there is an optional NHS placement year. This placement is dependent upon the student's academic performance and aptitude, as well as availability and demand.
Biomedical Science (BSc Hons) and Biomedicine (BSc Hons) are the two degree options available to students in this program. According to the press release, the first-year curriculum is the same for both, enabling students to choose their area of specialisation as they advance.