Callum Metcalfe

BSc Healthcare Science

“I chose Healthcare Science at Anglia Ruskin as it provides a great opportunity to be associated with the new Modernising Scientific Careers (MSC). Students are able to climb a well structured career ladder using both theoretical and practical learning to combine the knowledge needed in order to be a successful Healthcare Scientist. The course allows you to experience both the Cardiac & Vascular and Respiratory & Sleep disciplines in year 1, so that you can choose which area to specialise in during years 2 and 3.

The course is also combined with placements at certain hospitals to help you gain an insight into the working of the NHS and the future role of a Healthcare Scientist. It truly is a unique way of learning and allows you to develop as a person and as a practitioner. I chose the course at Anglia Ruskin as it was voted one of the most successful places to study this course. The tutors have lined up a suitable timetable that enables you to have a life outside of studying and gain the full university experience.

The course so far has been both informative and interesting as it builds on knowledge that you have acquired from previous study, allowing you not to be intimidated. We have learned about certain aspects such as the endocrine system, the cardiovascular system and the nervous system in detail. It's not just the biological facts that are taught, but also how to be a successful practitioner, the structure and organisation of the NHS and, most importantly, communication skills. What this course does well is that it doesn't just teach you facts that are needed to pass exams or assignments, but also teaches you skills that can be used for the rest of your life.

I am looking forward to getting out on placements to use what I have learned at university in the real working world and see how my healthcare delivery has helped a patient for the better. I am also looking forward to specialising in my area of interest (Respiratory) and gaining a deeper understanding of the working of the human body and its responses to diseases and certain disorders.

The University itself has allowed us as students to create our own Healthcare Science Society meaning that we can have an input into how the course is run and deal with any problems. We also have the opportunity to invite any guest speakers or arrange trips that fit our course.

I would highly recommend this course if you have an interest in people and science. If you want to see how your own healthcare delivery affects a patient's future, and if you want to follow a well structured career ladder that helps you to reach your full potential.




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