Biomedical Science Bachelor

Overview

Biomedical science examines medical samples, interprets laboratory measurements and establishes a connection between laboratory diagnostic results and clinical pictures. Biomedical scientists have a variety of methods and innovative technologies at their disposal to measure different values and functions such as blood parameters or lung function. You apply them in complex laboratory analysis processes and evaluate them. In addition to intensive laboratory work you also interact with patients, for example when taking samples or performing clinical diagnostics. The practically oriented degree program combines technological know-how with quality and process management. You will be educated in the core disciplines of histology, hematology, microbiology and clinical chemistry.

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Angelika Eidkum
Claudia Fichtinger
Michaela Fucik, MSc
Karen Sally Weindorfer, BSc
Favoritenstraße 226, D.1.18
1100 Vienna
T: +43 1 606 68 77-4100
F: +43 1 606 68 77-4109
bioanalytik@fh-campuswien.ac.at

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Duration of course: 8 Semesters

Organisational form: part-time

180ECTS

Language of instruction German

29Study places

Final degree: Bachelor of Science in Health Studies (BSc) incl. professional qualifications

Application period for summer semester 2023

1^st April to 31^st May 2022

tuition fee / semester:

€ 363,36¹

+ ÖH premium + contribution²

¹ Tuition fees for students from third countries € 727,- per semester

² for additional study expenses
(currently up to € 83,- depending on degree program and year)

What you can offer

The most important criteria is that you are interested in science and medicine. You are open to innovative technologies and automation, in other words you enjoy using high-tech equipment and developing an understanding of how they work. You can imagine working in a laboratory where you can apply your manual dexterity. You want to interact with patients directly. You approach problems in a structured, analytical and organized manner. This programme is held in German.

What we offer you

The FH Campus Wien is characterised by extensive expertise and a large network. FH Campus Wien is the only university of applied sciences in Austria to train all seven legally regulated upper-level medical-therapeutic-diagnostic professions as well as midwifery. An important partner in the areas of education, research and development is the Vienna Healthcare Association. We also work closely with the Biomed Austria Professional Association. Specialist events such as the Annual Conference of Biomedical Analysts take place regularly in our company. At our attractive main location, you also benefit from our modern infrastructure, which includes L2 laboratories(security level 2 laboratories). Furthermore, you have the opportunity to join a professional community across disciplines. There is great potential in research projects at the interface between health and technology and practical relevance is guaranteed when we organise one of our freely accessible lecture evenings with top-class experts as part of the Campus Lectures.

What makes this degree program special

Core disciplines:hematology, histology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, immunology and molecular biology
Cross-industryexpertiseformodernquality and process management
Courses in well-equippedlaboratoryandextensivework experience

The degree program is practically oriented and combines comprehensive medical-technical and communicative expertise with the requirements for modern quality and process management. In a guaranteed, state-of-the-art laboratory space as well as through extensive internships, you will learn the core disciplines of hematology, histology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, immunology and molecular biology. Hematology focuses on the detailed examination of blood and bone marrow.

In histology you will learn about tissue and cytology cells. In microbiology, you learn for example how throat cultures are examined for bacteria, fungi or viruses. In clinical chemistry you will primarily experiment with serum and other bodily fluids that you will analyze for metabolites, enzymes, vitamins or tumor markers. In immunology you will for example search for defects in the immune system and test for allergies or other intolerances.

A man with protective goggles and a white coat, holding a blurred bottle of black liquid at eye level.

What you will learn in the degree program

You will acquire the necessary fundamental medical and technological knowledge for the complex laboratory analysis processes. Skills in process and quality management, health economics and the general legal regulations will round out your training.
You will acquire your practical experience in laboratories and functional areas of the health service and the Medical University of Vienna and the University of Veterinary Medicine Vienna. There you will benefit from the opportunity to apply your theoretical knowledge in practical analysis methods and clinical diagnostics.
You will choose a specialization and deepen your practical knowledge of biomedical science.
You will acquire practical experience through guided internships, which make up one third of your education. In the internships you will learn to plan and conduct all the phases of a scientific laboratory project according to content and formal criteria.

Curriculum

1. Semesters

Lecture	SWS	ECTS
Professional Profile SE Professional Profile SE 1SWS 1ECTS Lecture contents - Study of biomedical science - professional field of biomedical science - legal basis - MTD law - history of the profession - job description - fields of activity - professional ethical aspects - group intervision on training topics - biomedical science in the international context Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Lecture, practical exercises, group exercises, discussion, excursion, reflection Language German	1	1
Chemistry VO Chemistry VO 1SWS 2ECTS Lecture contents - basics of general and organic chemistry - chemical reactions - Chemistry of aqueous solutions - organic chemistry - structure of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids and nucleic acids Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods Lecture Language German	1	2
Hematological Laboratory Diagnostics ILV Hematological Laboratory Diagnostics ILV 2.5SWS 2.5ECTS Lecture contents - Preanalytics - Fundamentals of hematology - Cellular components of blood and their function - Blood count parameters including physiological differential blood count - Additional hematological determinations - Manual and automated analysis methods - Quality assurance and documentation - Interpretation and validation - Specific hygiene and safety measures - case studies Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	2.5	2.5
Clinical Chemical Laboratory Diagnostics 1 ILV Clinical Chemical Laboratory Diagnostics 1 ILV 2.5SWS 2.5ECTS Lecture contents - Preanalytics - Analytical technologies and methods of collecting measurements - Sample preparation - Exemplary analysis of substrates and enzymes from biological analysis material - Biochemical fundamentals of the reaction process Analysis principles and reaction conditions - Criteria for selecting and evaluating measurement methods - Methods for quantifying measurement results - Basics of quality assurance - case studies Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	2.5	2.5
Communication UE Communication UE 1SWS 1ECTS Lecture contents - Basics of communication/interaction - self-perception and perception of others - feedback - difference between technical and human communication - person/function/role - conflict management Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Theoretical inputs, group exercise, exchange of experiences, discussion, questionnaires, feedback Language German	1	1
Labor Basics ILV Labor Basics ILV 2.5SWS 3ECTS Lecture contents - Laboratory related hygiene strategies - commodities - physical quantities and units relevant to the profession - measuring and recording - water qualities - solutions and dilutions - central terms of the functional sequence in the analysis process, in particular preanalytics - basics in quality management Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods Lecture, self-study, practical exercises Language German	2.5	3
Laboratory Safety VO Laboratory Safety VO 1SWS 1.5ECTS Lecture contents - Legal principles of employee protection - behavior in the medical laboratory - hazard identification - hazard avoidance - disposal - ergonomics - first aid - fire protection - radiation protection Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods Media supported lecture Language German	1	1.5
Literature Research ILV Literature Research ILV 0.5SWS 0.5ECTS Lecture contents - Pubmed - databases - libraries Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	0.5	0.5
Mathematics 1: Stoichiometry UE Mathematics 1: Stoichiometry UE 1SWS 1ECTS Lecture contents Basic chemical calculations - sizes and units - atomic and molar mass - Basic laws of stoichiometry - chemical reaction equations - Calculations of chemical reactions - Concentration calculations, dilutions - pH and buffer calculations - Introduction to redox equations Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Group exercises and self-study Language German	1	1
Medical English UE Medical English UE 1SWS 1ECTS Lecture contents - Review of key vocabulary relating to profession, laboratory science and general medicine - Awareness of internationalisation issues - clarity when communicating in a foreign language Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Primarily short lectures, worksheets, self-guided teaching, reading Language English	1	1
Microscopy ILV Microscopy ILV 2SWS 2ECTS Lecture contents - Physical basics of microscopy - mechanical and optical components of a microscope and their function - correct adjustment of the microscope - cleaning and maintenance - optical image formation - practical microscopy methods - bright field microscopy - dark field and phase contrast microscopy - fluorescence microscopy - advanced and current microscopy methods, microphotography and production of microphotographic images Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods Problem based learning Language German	2	2
Cellbiology VO Cellbiology VO 1SWS 2ECTS Lecture contents - Biogenesis of cells (development, growth, differentiation, proliferation, death) - Properties of cells (shapes, sizes, life span) - Biochemical structure, components and structural elements, function of cells (cell organelles: Membranes, nucleus, rough and smooth endoplasmic reticulum, ribosomes, mitochondria, Golgi apparatus, lysosomes, endosomes, peroxisomes; cytoskeleton: microtubules, centrioles, basal bodies, kinocilia, stereocilia, actin filaments, intermediate filaments, cytoplasmic inclusions) - cell contacts (tight junction, gap junction, desmosome) - Cell and nuclear division, germ cell formation (mitosis, meiosis) - Behavior of cells under in vitro conditions Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods lecture Language German	1	2

2. Semesters

Lecture	SWS	ECTS
Anatomy VO Anatomy VO 2SWS 3.5ECTS Lecture contents - Basic terminology - directional and positional terms - general definitions - overview of structure and morphology of tissue types - anatomical structure of cardiovascular system - respiratory system - digestive system - genitourinary system - nervous system - skin and sensory organs - endocrine organs - overview of musculoskeletal system and skull - Systems and organs, which are relevant for analysis parameters Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods lecture, self-directed learning Language German	2	3.5
Hematology VO Hematology VO 2SWS 3ECTS Lecture contents - hematopoietic organs: bone marrow, liver - hematopoiesis: physiological principles, basic pathophysiology - laboratory parameters in hematology: parameters of erythrocytes, parameters of platelets, parameters of leukocytes, parameters of clinical chemistry, basic advanced special examinations - non-oncological diseases of the hematopoietic system: anemias, reactive changes of the white blood count, hemoglobinopathies, thrombocytopathies, parasitoses, bacterial infections, viral infections - oncological diseases of the hematopoietic system: basic diagnostics, advanced diagnostics, clinical appearance, basic therapy, - interpretation of findings - quality assurance in hematology. - case studies Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods lecture Language German	2	3
Hematological Morphology ILV Hematological Morphology ILV 2SWS 2.5ECTS Lecture contents - Microscopy of physiological and pathological hematological specimens. - Criteria of cell differentiation - Hematopoiesis - Bone marrow - Anemias - Reactive leukocytic changes - Myelodysplastic syndromes - Myeloproliferative neoplasms - Lymphoproliferative disorders - Acute leukemias - Thrombocytic disorders - Parasitic disorders. - Reference bands - case studies Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	2	2.5
Hemostasis VO Hemostasis VO 0.5SWS 1ECTS Lecture contents - Preanalytics - analytics: tasks and analyis of the vascular system, platelets, plasmatic coagulation system, fibrinolysis system - pathogenesis, clinical picture, diagnostics and therapy monitoring of coagulation disorders - anticoagulant therapy and monitoring - adequate use of coagulation analyses - quality assurance - interpretation of findings - case studies Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods Lecture Language German	0.5	1
Histology VO Histology VO 2SWS 3ECTS Lecture contents - The importance of histology in medical diagnostics - the functional morphology of the cell - cell differentiation and the structure of tissue associations such as parenchyma/stroma - the mechanisms of regeneration and repair - the mechanisms of cell interaction and the development of the systematics of tissue types - The morphological structure of organs and organ systems (circulatory organs, gastrointestinal tract, respiratory tract, urogenital tract, endocrine organs, integumentary system and the nervous system) - basics of histopathology - case studies Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods Lecture Language German	2	3
Clinic Chemical Laboratory Diagnosis 2 ILV Clinic Chemical Laboratory Diagnosis 2 ILV 3SWS 3.5ECTS Lecture contents - Selected clinical chemical parameters for diagnostics and therapy monitoring of metabolic disorders and organ diseases - Preanalytics - analytics - postanalytics - Basics of quality assurance - case studies Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	3	3.5
Physiology VO Physiology VO 2SWS 3.5ECTS Lecture contents - Basics of physiology (compartments, transport, membrane potential) - overview of selected chapters of neuro-physiology and muscle physiology - energy metabolism - cardiovascular physiology - respiratory physiology - physiology of the gastrointestinal tract - water and salt balance - general endocrinology - acid-base balance - renal physiology - thermoregulation Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods lecture Language German	2	3.5

3. Semesters

Lecture	SWS	ECTS
Current Developments 1 ILV Current Developments 1 ILV 0.5SWS 0.5ECTS Lecture contents Examples for continuing education on offer - webinars - conferences - workshops in various disciplines - open lectures - interprofessional teaching - guest lectures - company demonstrations - international events - fiel - trips - etc. Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	0.5	0.5
Biochemistry and Pathobiochemistry VO Biochemistry and Pathobiochemistry VO 2.5SWS 3.5ECTS Lecture contents - Basics of biochemistry with emphasis on structure and function of proteins and enzymes and metabolic biochemistry - macromolecules - amino acids - peptide bonds - proteins - protein structure and weak chemical bonds - primary, secondary, tertiary and quaternary structure of proteins - energetic principles of enzyme activity - mechanisms of enzyme activity - coenzymes - enzyme kinetics - Inhibition of enzyme activity - reaction chains - notes on protein analysis - energetic basics of metabolism - glycolysis - citrate cycle - activation of fatty acids - urea cycle - lipids and biological membranes - case studies * respiration - oxidative phosphorylation * DNA structure, replication, repair * transcription and regulation * RNA maturation and export * translation and protein sorting Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods lecture Language German	2.5	3.5
Hemostasis Diagnostics ILV Hemostasis Diagnostics ILV 1SWS 1ECTS Lecture contents - Preanalytics - Analysis of primary and secondary hemostasis - manual and mechanized methods of analysis - quality assurance - documentation - validation and interpretation of results - case studies Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	1	1
Histological Laboratory Diagnostics 1 ILV Histological Laboratory Diagnostics 1 ILV 2.5SWS 2.5ECTS Lecture contents - Preanalytics (materials for analysis and possibilities of transmittals, receipt of material and macroscopic preparation) - Fixation and decalcification - Embedding - Microtomy (Sliding- and rotary microtomes) - Basics in staining methods of paraffin sections incl. Haematoxylin-Eosin-Staining - Options of automation - Quality assurance (microscopic evaluation of histological sections) and documentation - Storage of histological preparations - Specific hygiene- and security procedures - case studies Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	2.5	2.5
Histological Morphology ILV Histological Morphology ILV 1.5SWS 2.5ECTS Lecture contents - Microscoping of selected (normal and pathological) histological tissues - Basic structures - Cardiovascular system - Muscle tissue - Lymphatic system - Gastrointestinal tract - Respiratory tract - Urogenital tract - Endocrine organs - Integumentary system - Nervous system - case studies Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	1.5	2.5
Instrumental Analytics VO Instrumental Analytics VO 1SWS 1.5ECTS Lecture contents - Systematics of automated analysis systems (setup, sample identification, sample processing, ...) - Evaluation criteria of an analysis system - Theoretical basics of optical measurement techniques - Electrochemical analysis methods - Physical-chemical separation methods - Mechanized particle counting. Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods Lecture Language German	1	1.5
Clinical Chemistry VO Clinical Chemistry VO 1.5SWS 2ECTS Lecture contents - Parameters of a clinical-chemical routine finding: Physiological and pathophysiological significance, indication, evaluation, differential diagnosis and relevant preanalytical indications - Introduction to Medical Diagnostics - Enzymes of Muscle, Liver and Pancreas - Cardiac Diagnostics - Kidney Function Tests - Electrolytes - iron metabolism - fat metabolism - Sugar metabolism - Blood gases - acid-base balance - inflammation and protein diagnostics - case studies Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods Lecture with provided presentation Language German	1.5	2
Mathematics 2: Validation of Analytical Data UE Mathematics 2: Validation of Analytical Data UE 1SWS 1ECTS Lecture contents - Calculation of a linear calibration function - Check for linearity - Verification of precision - Analysis at low substance concentrations (detection, detection and determination limits) - Checking of individual process steps and lowering for matrix influences - Check for time stability - selected graphical methods of quality control Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods Case solutions, practical exercises, problem-based learning Language German	1	1
Pathology VO Pathology VO 2SWS 3.5ECTS Lecture contents General Pathology - Explanation of terms - Course of diseases - causes of diseases - Pathological changes in cells and tissues - Morphology of cell damage- Inflammation - Tissue replacement - Regeneration and repair - Qualitative and quantitative disorders of cell growth and differentiation - General tumor pathology - Pathology of circulation and water balance Specialized pathology - Pathogenesis - morphological changes - clinical features - diagnosis and therapeutic approaches of the following areas:- Cardiovascular system, Lymphatic system - respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract - liver, pancreas, urinary tract - genital organs, mamma - Placenta and pregnancy - Endocrinology and metabolic diseases - skin - musculoskeletal system - case studies Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods Lecture Language German	2	3.5
Central Laboratory ILV Central Laboratory ILV 1.5SWS 2ECTS Lecture contents - Pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical phase - case studies Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	1.5	2

4. Semesters

Lecture	SWS	ECTS
functional laboratory diagnostics ILV functional laboratory diagnostics ILV 3SWS 3ECTS Lecture contents - Basics of equipment technology, execution of pulmonary, cardiological and neurological diagnostic testing - indication/contraindication of diagnostic testing - quality assurance - interpretation and documentation of the results - introduction to communication with patients - case studies Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	3	3
Histological Laboratory Diagnostics 2 ILV Histological Laboratory Diagnostics 2 ILV 3SWS 4ECTS Lecture contents - Microtomy incl. whole-mount sections - Tissue microarray - technique - Specific staining methods of paraffin sections (Special stainings, impregnations, histochemistry, immunhistochemistry, in situ hybridisation) - Options of automation - Cryotomy and staining of frozen sections - Quality assurance (microscopic evaluation of histological sections and organ diagnosis) - Documentation and interpretation of results - Histological case study - Preparation technique for electron microscopy - case studies Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	3	4
Immunology VO Immunology VO 2SWS 2.5ECTS Lecture contents - Components of the immune system: characterization, structure and function of lymphoid organs - cellular systems and factors of immune defense - organization and relevance of the circulatory systems involved; - principles of detection - development of immunocompetent cells and immune tolerance - mechanisms of innate and adaptive immunity - principles of immunization - pathogenesis of immune-mediated diseases such as allergies, autoimmunity, immunodeficiencies, transplantation, tumors, infections and their diagnostic and therapeutic possibilities - case studies Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods Lecture Language German	2	2.5
Immunology Diagnostics ILV Immunology Diagnostics ILV 3.5SWS 3.5ECTS Lecture contents Basics and exemplary performance of immunological analysis procedures (manual and automated) for - protein diagnostics - tumor diagnostics - thyroid diagnostics - autoimmune diagnostics and allergy diagnostics. Basics and exemplary performance of research-relevant immunological analytical methods and functional analyses - Parameter-specific preanalytics - quality assurance - evaluation - validation - interpretation and documentation of results - case studies Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	3.5	3.5
Cardiopulmonal Functional Laboratory Diagnostics VO Cardiopulmonal Functional Laboratory Diagnostics VO 1SWS 1ECTS Lecture contents - Clinical importance of pulmonary and cardiovascular testing - practice-oriented parameters and diagnostically relevant measurement parameters in pulmonary and cardiovascular diseases - case studies Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods Lecture Language German	1	1
Mathematics 3: Statistics - Introduction VO Mathematics 3: Statistics - Introduction VO 1SWS 1ECTS Lecture contents - Introduction to a selection of descriptive statistical methods with a medical/biological focus - teaching univariate and bivariate analyses of characteristics in the context of general principles of descriptive statistics - epidemiology - introduction - preview and empirical analyses for estimation methods and analytical/inductive statistics Assessment methods Final exam Work orders + final inspection Teaching methods lecture, work oders with feedback, practical excercises Language German	1	1
Microbiology and Clinical Microbiology VO Microbiology and Clinical Microbiology VO 2.5SWS 3ECTS Lecture contents General microbiology - structure of bacteria - virulence factors - bacterial genetics - diagnostics in microbiology - basics of antimicrobial chemotherapy special microbiology - epidemiology - pathogenesis - clinic - diagnosis and therapy of infectious agents relevant to human medicine e.g. staphylococci, streptococci etc - mycology - virology - parasitology - case studies Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods Lecture Language German	2.5	3
Neurological Functional Laboratory Diagnostics VO Neurological Functional Laboratory Diagnostics VO 1SWS 1ECTS Lecture contents - Clinical importance of neurophysiological testing - practice-oriented parameters and diagnostically relevant measurement parameters in neurophysiological diseases - case studies. Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods Lecture Language German	1	1
Pharmacology and Toxicology VO Pharmacology and Toxicology VO 1SWS 1ECTS Lecture contents - pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics - application and storage of pharmaceuticals - therapeutic use, effect and sideffect of important pharmaceuticals - drugs and drug abuse - therapeutic drug monitoring - special toxicology Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods lecture Language German	1	1

5. Semesters

Lecture	SWS	ECTS
Immunohematology VO Immunohematology VO 2SWS 2ECTS Lecture contents - basics of transfusion medicine - methodology in immunohematology - blood group systems - transfusion serology and blood products - clinical transfusion serology - genetics and MHN - HLA - granulocyte and platelet immunology - case studies Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods Lecture Language German	2	2
Immunohematological Laboratory Diagnostics ILV Immunohematological Laboratory Diagnostics ILV 3SWS 3ECTS Lecture contents - reanalytics - blood group/blood factor determination - antibody determination - pretransfusion testing - additional determination - manual and mechanized detection methods - subject-specific guidelines - quality assurance, - documentatio - interpretation - validation - case studies Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	3	3
Mathematics 4: Statistics - Practical Application ILV Mathematics 4: Statistics - Practical Application ILV 1.5SWS 1.5ECTS Lecture contents - practical application (= computer-aided) uni/bivariate feature analyses - general principles of descriptive statistics - introduction to analytical/inductive statistics based on hypotheses - introduction and practical application of a selection of common statistical methods with a medical/biological focus Assessment methods Final exam Work assignments + final examination Teaching methods Integrated course, discussion, practical exercises, work assignments with feedback Language German	1.5	1.5
Microbiological Laboratory Diagnostics ILV Microbiological Laboratory Diagnostics ILV 4SWS 4ECTS Lecture contents - Hygiene and safety measures - preanalytics - cultivation of selected bacteria and fungi - evaluation of microscopic specimens - application and evaluation of immunological, biochemical and molecular-biological identification methods - analysis of antibiograms - quality assurance - documentation - interpretation - validation - case studies Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	4	4
Molecular Biology VO Molecular Biology VO 2.5SWS 2.5ECTS Lecture contents - General principles of genome, chromosomes - Chemical structure of nucleic acids - Structure and function of genes - Replication, transcription and tanslation - Genetic alterations and diseases - Relevant methods and tools of molecular biology - case studies Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods Lecture Language German	2.5	2.5
Molecular Laboratory Diagnostics ILV Molecular Laboratory Diagnostics ILV 3.5SWS 3.5ECTS Lecture contents - isolation and concentration determination of nucleic acids - handling of DNA and RNA - polymerase chain reaction (PCR) including real time PCR - performance of different molecular biological analysis methods including trouble shooting - quality assurance - evaluation, documentation, validation and interpretation of results - case studies Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	3.5	3.5
Elective Course 1 ILV Elective Course 1 ILV 1.5SWS 2ECTS Lecture contents Possible compulsory optional subjects: e.g. cell culture, diagnostic testing, molecular pathology, interprofessional topics (open courses, free courses). Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	1.5	2
Scientfic Work ILV Scientfic Work ILV 1SWS 1.5ECTS Lecture contents Fundamentals of scientific work - scientific criteria - quantitative and qualitative research - significance in the professional field, ethics Scientific methods - study designs - stages of a scientific paper - study plan - scientific literature with exercises on literature research and citation - structure of a research paper with exercises on question and problem. - analysis of publications Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Media-supported lecture, work assignments with feedback, group work, practical training Language German	1	1.5

6. Semesters

Lecture	SWS	ECTS
Elective Course 2 ILV Elective Course 2 ILV 1.5SWS 2ECTS Lecture contents Possible compulsory optional subjects: e.g. cell culture, diagnostic testing, molecular pathology, interprofessional topics (open courses, free courses). Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Course integrating theoretical and practical applications Language German	1.5	2
Cytology VO Cytology VO 1SWS 1ECTS Lecture contents - Morphology of the cell - Benign and malign cytological changes (criteria of malignancy) - Gynaecological and extra genital cytology:- sample collection - physiological cytological patterns - benign lesions - dysplasia - malign cytological patterns - physician report nomenclature - Differential cytology - Image analysis - Quality assurance - Automated screening systems - Case Studies Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods Lecture Language German	1	1
Cytological Laboratory Diagnostics ILV Cytological Laboratory Diagnostics ILV 1.5SWS 1.5ECTS Lecture contents Gynaecological and extra-genital cytology: - Obtaining cell material (exfoliative material, biopsy material) - Material processing and fixation - Staining and analysis procedures (stainings, cytochemistry, immunocytochemistry, molecularbiological methods, HPV - diagnostic, DNA-cytometry) - Nomenclature standards - Microscopic assessment of cytological preparates - Automated screening procedures - Quality control - Documentation, validation and interpretation of results - Case studies Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	1.5	1.5
Cytological Morphology ILV Cytological Morphology ILV 1SWS 1.5ECTS Lecture contents - Microscoping of selected (normal and pathological) histological tissues - Case Studies Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	1	1.5
Current Developments 3 ILV Current Developments 3 ILV 0.5SWS 0.5ECTS Lecture contents Examples for continuing education on offer - webinars - conferences - workshops in various disciplines - open lectures - interprofessional teaching - guest lectures - company demonstrations - international events - field trips - etc. Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	0.5	0.5
Gender Medicine VO Gender Medicine VO 0.5SWS 1ECTS Lecture contents - Terms: Gender, sex, gender medicine, personalized medicine - Overview and selected examples on the topics, discourse and scientific research field of gender medicine. - Interest in and awareness of gender responsive medicine. Assessment methods Continuous assessment Immanent performance review Teaching methods Lecture Language German	0.5	1
Health Economomics VO Health Economomics VO 0.5SWS 1ECTS Lecture contents - Organizational structure and institutions of the Austrian health care system - principles of service financing, health and social policy trends - economy and quality - current public health topics Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Lecture Language German-English	0.5	1
Laboratory Management VO Laboratory Management VO 1SWS 2ECTS Lecture contents - "We are planning a laboratory" - project management in theory and practise - laboratory planning (legal requirements, principles) - calculation of personnel requirements - team building - commmunication - conflict management Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Lecture Language German	1	2
Medical Ethics VO Medical Ethics VO 0.5SWS 1ECTS Lecture contents - ethical philosophical fundamentals - philosophical fundamentals and the aspects of self-determination - question of "limiting therapy"- clinical everyday life - case studies Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods The ethical philosophical fundamentals with the ethical discours are taught in small groups and discussed with the help of case studies. The presentation of the group results furthers an objective ethical argumentation, a discussion evolving from this enables the students to practice a specific type of presentation. Joint reflexion of topical published questions broadens the overview of ethical implications in the healthcare segment. Language German	0.5	1
Practical Training 1 PL Practical Training 1 PL 0SWS 3ECTS Lecture contents Laboratory methods (clinical chemistry, haematology, haemostaseology, immunology) and histology in the professional field Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Practical excercises, practical application of theoretical knowledg in the professional field Language German	0	3
Professional English UE Professional English UE 1SWS 1ECTS Lecture contents - CV and professional email - Working with specialist literature - Visual presentation: speaking, tables etc. Assessment methods Final exam Teaching methods Lecture, small group work, presentation Language English	1	1
Public Health VO Public Health VO 0.5SWS 1ECTS Lecture contents - The Austrian health care system - selected European and international health care systems - public health in the context of biomedical analytics Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Lecture, group work Language German	0.5	1
Quality Management VO Quality Management VO 1SWS 2ECTS Lecture contents - Quality management and risk management - process management - documentation system - standards and other QM systems - risk management - laws and standards of QM management in the current versions (e.g.Önorm EN IS0 15189) - preparation and implementation of certifications - Point Of Care Testing (POCT). Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Lecture Language German	1	2
Legal Basis VO Legal Basis VO 1SWS 1.5ECTS Lecture contents - Fundamentals of the legal system: delimitation of civil law / criminal law / public law. - liability issues in criminal law and civil law: basics and correlations as well as application to short case studies taken from practice and teaching - Basic principles of labor law and legal backgrounds of the various employment relationships - social law, special professional law and professional duties, data protection and confidentiality, special laws, hospital and health resort law Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Lecture Language German	1	1.5

7. Semesters

Lecture	SWS	ECTS
Case Studies SE Case Studies SE 0.5SWS 0.5ECTS Lecture contents Linking of laboratory diagnostic parameters of biomed. Analytics on the basis of selected case studies Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Group work, discussion, work assignments with feedback Language German	0.5	0.5
Practical Training 1 PL Practical Training 1 PL 0SWS 3ECTS Lecture contents Laboratory methods (clinical chemistry, haematology, haemostaseology, immunology) and histology in the professional field Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Practical excercises, practical application of theoretical knowledg in the professional field Language German	0	3
Practical Training 3 PL Practical Training 3 PL 0SWS 22ECTS Lecture contents laboratory methods (histology, cytology, microbiology, immunhaematology, functional diagnostics, molecular biology) in the professional field Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Practical excercises, practical application of knowledg in the professional field Language German	0	22
Practice Reflection Seminar 1 SE Practice Reflection Seminar 1 SE 0.5SWS 0.5ECTS Lecture contents - Interaction with supervisors for the practical training - analysis of the professional methodological and organizational environment - dealing with professional criticism - dealing with stressful situations - feedback - cooperation in teams - reflection on personal learning progress - writing a report on the practical training Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Group work, feedback, discussion, peer feedback Language German	0.5	0.5
Practice Reflection Seminar 3 SE Practice Reflection Seminar 3 SE 0.5SWS 1ECTS Lecture contents - Interaction with supervisors for the practical training - analysis of the professional methodological and organizational environment - dealing with professional criticism - dealing with stressful situations - feedback - cooperation in teams - reflection on personal learning progress - writing a report on the practical training Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Group work, feedback, discussion, peer feedback Language German	0.5	1
Proseminar Bachelorthesis SE Proseminar Bachelorthesis SE 2SWS 3ECTS Lecture contents - scientific language - writing style, analysis of text examples - research concept, exposé, submission of bachelor thesis - Structure and outline of the bachelor thesis - citation, bibliography - electronic reference management with Citavi - plagiarism, copyright - figures and tables - formal aspects and layout, format template - concept presentation, presentation technique Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Media-supported lecture, practical excercises Language German	2	3

8. Semesters

Lecture	SWS	ECTS
Current Developments 2 ILV Current Developments 2 ILV 0.5SWS 0.5ECTS Lecture contents Examples of continuing education opportunities - webinars - conferences - meetings - workshops in various disciplines - open lectures - interprofessional teaching - guest lectures - company demonstrations - international events - field trips - etc. Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Integrated course Language German	0.5	0.5
Bachelor Project PL Bachelor Project PL 0SWS 10ECTS Lecture contents - structured and comprehensible implementation of the project plan - ongoing reflection and discussion of the Bachelor's project with the supervisors Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Practical training Language German	0	10
Bachelor Exam AP Bachelor Exam AP 0SWS 1ECTS Lecture contents - Presentation of the bachelor project - Deepening and linking of contents in the thematic context of the bachelor project Assessment methods Final exam The Bachelor examination is conducted by a commission - Chair, 1st examiner (supervisor of the Bachelor thesis), 2nd examiner (main lecturer from the respective core subject area) Teaching methods Final examination Language German-English	0	1
Mathematics 5: Statistical Consulting SE Mathematics 5: Statistical Consulting SE 0.5SWS 1ECTS Lecture contents - General support regarding statistical methods and discussions about data analysis - Individual support for specific statistical methods Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Seminar Language German	0.5	1
Practical Training 2 PL Practical Training 2 PL 0SWS 6ECTS Lecture contents Laboratory methods in the professional field (histology, cytology, microbiology, immunhaematology, functional diagnostics) Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Practical excercises, practical application of theoretical knowledge in the professional field Language German	0	6
Practical Training 4 PL Practical Training 4 PL 0SWS 4ECTS Lecture contents Getting to know a selected professional field Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Practical exercises, practical application of theoretical course contents in the professional field Language German	0	4
Practice Reflection Seminar 2 SE Practice Reflection Seminar 2 SE 0.5SWS 0.5ECTS Lecture contents - Interaction with supervisors for the practical training - analysis of the professional methodological and organizational environment - dealing with professional criticism - dealing with stressful situations - feedback - cooperation in teams - reflection on personal learning progress - writing a report on the practical training Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Group work, feedback, discussion, peer feedback Language German	0.5	0.5
Bachelor's Thesis Seminar SE Bachelor's Thesis Seminar SE 1SWS 7ECTS Lecture contents - Writing of the Bachelor's thesis according to scientific criteria - Structured comprehensible implementation of the project plan - Continuous reflection and discussion of the Bachelor's project in the group and in individual meetings with the supervisors - Clarification of problems and difficulties as well as theoretical-contentual, methodological and formal questions regarding the Bachelor's thesis - Implementation of the supervisors' feedback - Plagiarism check - Preparation for the Bachelor's examination Assessment methods Continuous assessment Teaching methods Presentation of the research concept, feedback within the group (students, internal supervisors, head of seminar) and discussion. Seminar on the supervision of the bachelor thesis, workshop format template. Language German	1	7

Course times

The planned form of degree program in four years is intended to ensure that the workload of the study program is compatible with a (part-time) professional career by means of organizational and didactic measures. Due to the required ECTS for a Bachelor's degree and an intensive interleaving of theory and practice in training laboratories, a higher proportion of face-to-face teaching at FH Campus Wien is to be expected.

1st to 6th semester:

The number of allocated teaching hours amounts to 20-30 hours per week and consists of courses at FH Campus Wien or online formats. The allocation and announcement of the concrete timetables takes place in each preceding semester.

The lessons can be scheduled in the following time periods:

Mon-Thu 3 p.m.-9.30 p.m.
Fri 1.00 p.m.-9.30 p.m.
Sat 8.00 a.m.-5.15 p.m.
max. 1 blocked week per semester

7th and 8th semester:

The fourth year of study (7th and 8th semesters) is largely devoted to the completion of clinical internship training and participation is required to the extent of at least 30 hours per week in routine work hours of the internship sites during the day.

Number of teaching weeks
18 per semester

In order to enable all students to gain the necessary practical experience and thus to complete their studies within the regular study period, practical learning phases may take place during the summer months if required. Four vacation weeks in July or August are scheduled for it in any case.

Electives
Selection and participation according to available places. There may be separate selection procedures.

In order to be able to provide all students with the necessary practical experience and thus enable them to complete their studies within the regular duration of their studies, there may be practical learning phases during the summer months if required. Four vacation weeks in July or August are planned in any case.

How you benefit

With this degree you will be qualified to practice the profession of biomedical scientist. The MTD Act is the basis for this degree program. According to the MTD Act, numerous activities may only be performed by members of the biomedical science profession. For you this means that you are guaranteed to find a job and that you can practice your profession throughout the EU. The practically oriented degree program means that you will be ready to start work immediately and are optimally prepared to plan and conduct every phase of a complex laboratory analysis process. In the diagnostic stage, you first decide based on the test results how to proceed further. As part of your commitment to lifelong learning you are obligated to keep abreast of the latest technologies so that you can apply and evaluate them. The results of your analyses support the diagnosis, follow-up examination, therapy monitoring and rehabilitation of patients. You work in various health care facilities with materials of human origin and examine in particular blood, bone marrow, urine, feces, tissue, amniotic fluid, saliva and hair. You use a variety of laboratory equipment, prepare tissue samples, examine stained preparations under the microscope or cultivate cell cultures. In clinical diagnostics you work directly with patients and with the help of ECG, spirometry or EEG to measure the performance and functionality of organs such as the heart, lungs or brain. More and more biomedical scientists at universities and in the pharmaceutical industry are pursuing careers in research and development. Many also decide to found their own businesses. You can also apply your laboratory analytical knowledge in other industries. The degree program provides a strong foundation together with practical work experience and continuing training to manage teams and laboratory facilities.

Hospitals
Outpatient clinics, private laboratories
Medical practices
Sanatoriums, rehabilitation centers
Sports medicine
University hospitals and universities
Non-university research institutions

Health offices
Biopharmaceutical industry
Industry and trade of laboratory technology
Food industry
Veterinary medicine
Environmental protection

Admission

Admission requirements

The provisions of FHStG §4 regarding admission requirements apply.
The fluency of the German language (competence level C1 according to the European Framework of Reference for Languages) is a prerequisite for all applicants.

Higher education entrance qualification:

General university entrance qualification or equivalent foreign certificate
In the case of foreign certificates, the Rector' s Office will assess their equivalence. If supplementary examinations are required, the relevant certificates must be submitted prior to commencement of the studies.

University entrance examination (Berufsreifeprüfung, Studienberechtigungsprüfung)
The following compulsory subjects of a university entrance examination as well as an essay on a general topic (in German) are required for admission to this degree program (according to §64a UG 2002):

- Biology and environmental science
- Chemistry 2
- English 2
- Mathematics 1
- Physics 1

The university entrance examination (Studienberechtigungsprüfung) must include a combination of at least three of the listed subjects.
English 2 (equivalent to proficiency level B2) must in any case be proven by an examination.
In case of deviations in the combination of subjects, the head of the degree program decides.

Relevant professional qualification
The completion of the following training courses is defined as a relevant professional qualification.

Apprenticeship groups (according to WKO 2018)
- Chemical Engineering
- Druggist / chemist
- Laboratory Technology
- Pharmaceutical technology
- Pharmaceutical commercial assistant
- Physics laboratory technician
- Textile chemistry
School for intermediate vocational education
- Vocational school for chemistry
- Vocational school for textile chemistry
- Vocational school for chemical plant engineering
Healthcare professions
- Diploma in the higher service of health care and nursing
- Diploma in medical technical professions

For all relevant professional qualifications, the additional examination English 2 (equivalent to competence level B2) is required.

Completion of similar intermediate vocational schools will be approved after review by the head of the degree program.

After being accepted, you must provide the following proof of your suitability:
- First aid training: First aid certificate from the Austrian Red Cross or an equivalent institution at least 16 hours (within the last two years)
- Proof of good standing (Current extract of your police record - not older than 3 months)
- Medical certificate of good health that includes all the relevant health parameters for your education as a biomedical scientist (not older than 3 months)
- Hepatitis B vaccination (at least the first of the two part vaccination)

The following content is only available in German!

Information sheet Vaccination Recommendation BMG: Vaccination Recommendation for Health Personnel in Austria (PDF 50 KB)

Information for applicants with non-Austrian (school) certificates (PDF 145 KB)

Regulations for the admission of third country citizens (PDF 294 KB)

Application

To apply, you will need the signed application form as well as a copy of the following documents:

Birth certificate
Proof of citizenship
Marriage certificate if applicable
Transcripts from your last completed school level
School leaving certificate / university entrance qualification examination (Studienberecthigungsprüfung) / University entrance exam (Berufsreifeprüfung) / verification of professional qualifications
CV in table form with Photo

Please note
It is not possible to save incomplete online applications. You must complete your application in one session. Your application will be valid as soon as you upload all of the required documents and certificates. In the event that some documents (e.g. transcripts) are not available at the time you apply, you may submit these later via email, mail or in person as soon as possible.

Admission procedure

The admission procedure consists of a computer-assisted test and an interview.

Aim
The aim is to ensure places are offered to those persons who complete the two-stage admission procedure with the best results. The tests procedures used are designed to assess the skills needed for an applicant's chosen profession.

Procedure
The computer-assisted admission test includes a series of test requirements to assesses if you fulfill the basic intellectual and social-emotional performance requirements. The test consists of several parts that must be finished within a time limit and assesses the following:
- Your ability to concentrate
- Verbal intelligence (e.g. completing sentences, word order)
- Numerical intelligence (arithmetical problems, numerical comparisons)
- Figural intelligence (pictorial and abstract thinking)
Applicants who have achieved the minimum level on the test will then undergo an admission interview. Please bring the required original documents with you to the interview. The admission interview provides a first impression of the applicant's personal suitability. This includes professional motivation, professional understanding, performance, problem-solving skills and a capacity for careful consideration.

Criteria
The criteria for acceptance are based solely on performance. The geographical origin of the applicant has no influence on the admission decision. The admission requirements must be met in all cases. All the required documents must be provided in time. The admission committee (which comprises, among others, the head of the academic section and representatives of the teaching staff) awards places to the applicants who score highest in the tests

Dates

Test dates (planned in presence):

31^st May 2022
7^th July 2022
25^th August 2022
6^th September 2022

Assignment to test dates is made through the secretary's office.

Studying with disabilities

If you have any questions regarding accessibility or if you have a specific need in the admission procedure due to an impairment, please contact Ursula Weilenmann for organizational reasons as early as possible at barrierefrei@fh-campuswien.ac.at.

Since we try to take into account individual needs due to disabilities when conducting the written admission test, we ask you to indicate in your online application to Weilenmann in which form you require support.

Your contact person in the department Gender & Diversity Management
Mag.^a Ursula Weilenmann
barrierefrei@fh-campuswien.ac.at
http://www.fh-campuswien.ac.at/barrierefrei

International Master’s Degree Program MARBLE

FH Campus Wien is a partner in the international joint degree program MARBLE - Master in Biomedical Laboratory Sciences. Along with Austria, Ireland, Sweden, and Portugal are study locations for the students. The MARBLE program offers the first international Joint Master's degree program (JMD) in Biomedical Laboratory Sciences (BLS) and is open to students from all over the world. The program combines academic teaching, research methodology and research activities, communication, laboratory management, and advanced evidence-based practice using state-of-the-art biomedical technologies.

Participating countries

Austria
Ireland
Portugal
Sweden

Home university
Escola Superior de Tecnologia da Saúde de Coimbra (Portugal)

Exchange and strengthening on a European level

The program expands students' expertise, shares teaching resources, and increases mobility and thus increases exchange and networking within Europe and on an international level. It provides access to specialized post-graduate education in the diagnostic field of Biomedical Sciences in the European Union. The aim is to meet the requirements in laboratory diagnostics and to strengthen, harmonize and support the importance and identity of the profession also on a European level.

What is special about MARBLE

Expanded knowledge in the diagnostic field in order to be well equipped for future requirements and challenges in biomedical science
Academic permeability, lifelong learning and mobility within Europe and worldwide
Increasing the quality and efficiency of a highly specialized professional education within Europe and worldwide
Harmonization of competences on a European level
Strengthening creativity and innovation in the education at Master's level
Strengthening of European educational partnerships

Admission requirements

Bachelor's degree or Baccalaureate degree in Biomedical Science or an equivalent education
Completion of at least 60 ECTS in a range of disciplines / specialist areas / subjects in the field of biomedical science e.g. clinical (bio)chemistry, clinical immunology, clinical microbiology, cytopathology, hematology, histopathology, immunohistochemistry, molecular pathology, transfusion and transplantation sciences
English proficiency:
- Proof of English proficiency based on the International English Language Testing System (IELTS)
- C1 level (minimum score of 6.0 with at least 5.0 points in each section)
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) (on paper) minimum score of 550 with 4.0 in the written section
- TOEFL (IBT) 79 points (with at least 17 points in each section)
- Official letter from the university stating that English was the language of instruction in the Bachelor's degree program

Program and schedule

The first semester starts in the winter semester in Coimbra (Portugal) and is completed in Austria at FH Campus Wien. The second semester starts in Gothenburg (Sweden) and continues in Dublin (Ireland). The presentation of the master theses takes place again in Coimbra (Portugal).

Course Overview (lPDF 77 KB)

For more information on the joint degree program MARBLE, click here or visit the website of our Portuguese partner university.

Costs

EU students: 4500 Euro/year
Non-EU students: 9000 Euro/year

Note: In the 2nd year of study, EU students have the option of completing the Master's project in the 3rd and 4th semester during a work placement. This depends on the location and has to be clarified and organized independently.

Your contact at FH Campus Wien
Your contact person in the Bachelor's Degree Program Biomedical Science:

Secretary's office Biomedical Science
Favoritenstrasse 226, D.1.18
1100 Vienna
T: +43 1 606 68 77-4100
F: +43 1 606 68 77-4109
bioanalytik@fh-campuswien.ac.at

Contact

Head of Degree Program: Fernando Medes, PhD
Email: fjmendes@estecoimbra.pt
T: +351 239 802 430

The program is supported by the European Association for Professionals in Biomedical Science (EPBS).

Application at Escola Superior de Tecnologia da Saúde de Coimbra (Portugal):

Please submit your application here
Results report of AQ Austria

Current application deadline: 1^st April to 15^th May 2022

More information and recruitment deadlines can be found here

Contact

> Mag. Andrea Hager, MSc

Head of Degree Program Biomedical Science
T: +43 1 606 68 77-4104
andrea.hager@fh-campuswien.ac.at

Secretary's office

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Office hours during the semester
Mon to. Fri, 8.30 a.m.-11.00 a.m. and 12.30 p.m-14.30 p.m.
We recommended you make an appointment.