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Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
Our practice-led degree offers a fascinating insight into human life processes, as well as disease and health within the human population. You will develop a range of practical and analytical skills using our state-of-the-art life sciences labs. Our aim is to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to progress into a variety of Biomedical Science careers.
The course is in the final stages of approval for accreditation by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
**What is covered in this course?**
Biomedical Science embraces a range of disciplines...
Our practice-led degree offers a fascinating insight into human life processes, as well as disease and health within the human population. You will develop a range of practical and analytical skills using our state-of-the-art life sciences labs. Our aim is to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to progress into a variety of Biomedical Science careers.<br/><br/>The course is in the final stages of approval for accreditation by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).<br/><br/>**What is covered in this course?**<br/><br/>Biomedical Science embraces a range of disciplines, including clinical biochemistry, human molecular genetics, cell biology, infection and immunity, and haematology and transfusion science. These subjects are of immense importance in healthcare provision and medical research, as well as underpinning the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.<br/><br/>On this course you will learn how the human body functions during health and disease, and develop an understanding of the diagnosis, management, and treatment of a range of diseases. Throughout the programme you will gain important practical and scientific skills, developed by learning in our state-of-the-art life sciences laboratories where you will use industry standard equipment.<br/><br/>In the final year you will complete an independent research project under the guidance of one of our academic staff, providing you with the opportunity to consolidate your learning on the course.<br/><br/>When you graduate, a range of careers are open to you as well as the option for further postgraduate training and study. These careers include medical laboratory assistant, trainee biomedical scientist, conducting clinical trials for drug companies, research assistant and research technician, marketing assistant and medical and scientific sales representative. You could also use your qualification to progress into teaching, or undertake postgraduate study to obtain Master’s, Physician Associate/Assistant or PhD qualifications. Exceptional graduates may be able to progress into postgraduate entry Medicine or Dentistry courses.<br/><br/>You will be taught by our team of specialist academic staff who have a wealth of industry, clinical and research experience and will provide the expertise to support your learning throughout the course. We encourage a collaborative culture, so students feel able to seek support and guidance from academic and support staff and you will have the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development of the course as part of the biomedical science community at the University.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
City South Campus, Edgbaston
Application Details
29 January
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Course Code
C900
Institution Code
B25
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff112 Please note: If you qualify for our BCU Accelerate scheme, you could receive an offer that is two grades below our normal entry requirements. Scottish Higher112 UCAS tariff points from three Advanced Highers (CCD) or two Advanced Highers (CD) plus two Highers (CC). Required subjects: Biology or Chemistry at Higher level or above. Access to HE DiplomaPass with 60 credits, 45 credits at level 3. Accepted subjects: Bioscience-related pathway International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme28 Obtain a minimum of 28 points overall. Required subjects: Either Biology, or Chemistry at Higher level. For students who do not already hold a GCSE in Mathematics at grade C/4 or above, grade 5 in Maths (Standard level) from the IB Diploma will be accepted. For students who do not already hold a GCSE in English Language at grade C/4 or above, English Language (Standard level) from the IB Diploma will be accepted. For English A, this must be grade 4 or above; for English B, this must be grade 5 Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)112 UCAS tariff points. Extended Diploma: accepted subjects: Applied Science or Biomedical Science. Diploma accepted subjects: Applied Science or Biomedical Science at grade DM overall, in combination with one other A level/Level 3 equivalent . A diploma in other subjects can be accepted in combination with an A level in Biology or Chemistry at grade B or above, or a level 3 equivalent. Certificate accepted subjects: Applied Science or Biomedical Science, alongside two A levels or Level 3 equivalents qualification in an accepted Science subject. Please note that Health and Social Care cannot be accepted as a Science qualification for the purpose of meeting our entry requirements. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)Minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points, achieved in five Higher level subjects. Required subjects: Biology or Chemistry at Higher level. GCSE/National 4/National 5Applicants for this course need GCSE English Language or English Literature and GCSE Maths at grade C/4 or above. If you do not have these or are not undertaking them, we accept other level 2 equivalents, or we may ask you to pass BCU's GCSE equivalency t Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)112 UCAS tariff points. Extended Diploma: accepted subjects: Applied Science or Biomedical Science. Diploma accepted subjects: Applied Science or Biomedical Science at grade DM overall, in combination with one other A level/Level 3 equivalent . A diploma in other subjects can be accepted in combination with an A level in Biology or Chemistry at grade B or above, or a level 3 equivalent. Certificate accepted subjects: Applied Science or Biomedical Science, alongside two A levels or Level 3 equivalents qualification in an accepted Science subject. Please note that Health and Social Care cannot be accepted as a Science qualification for the purpose of meeting our entry requirements. Scottish Advanced Higher112 UCAS tariff points from three Advanced Highers (CCD) or two Advanced Highers (CD) plus two Highers (CC). Required subjects: Biology or Chemistry at Higher level or above. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)112 UCAS tariff points. Extended Diploma: accepted subjects: Applied Science or Biomedical Science. Diploma accepted subjects: Applied Science or Biomedical Science at grade DM overall, in combination with one other A level/Level 3 equivalent . A diploma in other subjects can be accepted in combination with an A level in Biology or Chemistry at grade B or above, or a level 3 equivalent. Certificate accepted subjects: Applied Science or Biomedical Science, alongside two A levels or Level 3 equivalents qualification in an accepted Science subject. Please note that Health and Social Care cannot be accepted as a Science qualification for the purpose of meeting our entry requirements. A levelB,B,C 112 UCAS tariff points from three A Levels. Grades BBC (or equivalent). Required subjects: Biology or Chemistry at Grade B or above. Excluded subjects: General Studies; Critical Thinking; Extended Project. T LevelM Merit overall. Accepted subjects: Science. |
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