Success in medical microbiology requires more than theoretical knowledge. Students require structured support to apply learning in real-world contexts, analyse and evaluate clinical laboratory data, and understand how lab results inform clinical decision-making.
As a clinical specialism discipline that plays a vital role in healthcare worldwide, it’s essential that students can place their understanding within a broader clinical and global context. With the right support, they can develop the confidence, skills, and insight needed to pursue placements and future careers in clinical laboratories, research, and public health.
To support this, the LearnSci team has developed a new collection of medical microbiology Smart Worksheets in collaboration with the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS). These interactive resources are designed to help educators deliver meaningful, clinically relevant learning experiences that actively engage and empower students in labs, workshops, assessments and practice.
What are the new biomedical science additions to the Smart Worksheet Library?
The new Smart Worksheets have been designed to support the next generation of students who aspire to work in biomedical fields. These new Smart Worksheets offer a unique learning experience by providing students with immediate, personalised feedback while promoting independent, self-directed practice.
What are the new medical microbiology Smart Worksheets?
Medical microbiology is one of the six key clinical specialism areas found in IBMS-accredited BSc (Hons) programmes, aligned to the QAA Subject Benchmark Statement. Here at LearnSci, we have developed six new Smart Worksheets to complement your medical microbiology syllabus.
These include:
- Virology, public health and epidemiology
- Diagnosing respiratory pathogens
- Diagnosing urogenital pathogens
- Diagnosing foodborne pathogens
- Parasitology
- Mycology
Why and how do our new resources align with IBMS requirements?
The clinical specialism Smart Worksheets have been co-designed in collaboration with subject matter experts from IBMS-accredited programmes and practicing HCPC-registered biomedical scientists. By working closely with a diverse group of academics and professionals, we’ve ensured that the content is not only accurate but also aligned with current diagnostic practices, data interpretation, and real-world laboratory procedures.
Each worksheet has undergone a thorough quality assurance process, including input from student reviewers, external academic colleagues from IBMS-accredited programmes and the Executive Head of Education at the IBMS. This rigorous review ensures that the content is relevant, reliable, and ready to support high-quality biomedical science education.
Are these resources right for your university?
If your university delivers an IBMS-accredited BSc Biomedical Science programme, these resources have been created with you - and your students - in mind. However, these Smart Worksheets are highly relevant across a wide range of degree programmes, and are mapped to key clinical specialisms which align with academic and professional standards throughout biomedical science education.
This time of year is ideal for planning ahead. Whether you're refreshing your syllabus or refining existing modules, these worksheets offer an adaptable way to enrich your teaching. They’re particularly effective for supporting formative assessment, strengthening lab-based learning, and encouraging independent study.
