Biomedical Sciences BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Biomedical Sciences BSc (Hons)
The human body runs on complex internal processes, with cells and organs functioning in incredible ways to make us who we are. But, what happens when our health is compromised? This dynamic biomedical sciences degree is perfect for those with a fascination of how we work and how we treat human diseases.
At Brunel, we understand that your interest in biomedical sciences at this stage may be very broad and perhaps youre not ready to specialise. For this reason, we have made our Biomedical Sciences BSc flexible. As you continue through your degree, you can pick your own option...
The human body runs on complex internal processes, with cells and organs functioning in incredible ways to make us who we are. But, what happens when our health is compromised? This dynamic biomedical sciences degree is perfect for those with a fascination of how we work and how we treat human diseases.<br/><br/>At Brunel, we understand that your interest in biomedical sciences at this stage may be very broad and perhaps youre not ready to specialise. For this reason, we have made our Biomedical Sciences BSc flexible. As you continue through your degree, you can pick your own options and tailor your course to fit your interests. You can even switch over to a specialist pathway in the second year so theres no need to feel pressurised to commit to a specialist area yet.<br/><br/>The Royal Society of Biology has awarded its accreditation to all of Brunel’s biomedical sciences undergraduate programmes. This means you can be confident that our Biomedical Sciences BSc will prepare you for the working world – and your prospective employers will know this too. Youll receive a one year’s membership as an Associate Member once you graduate, integrating you into the sector with access to key contacts and up-to-date knowledge.<br/><br/>In your final year you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to our research programmes in cellular and biochemical pathways, the regulation of gene expression, DNA repair and immunological responses to microbial infection. This will give you first-hand experience of real-world laboratory research and prepare you for your future career.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C900
Institution Code
B84
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
Not Accepted
Access to HE Diploma
Obtain a minimum of 128 - 120 UCAS tariff points in an Access to HE Diploma in Biomedical Science, Medicine, Health and Human Science or Science with 45 credits at Level 3. All Biology and Chemistry units must be passed with Distinctions at level 3.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
31
30
including Higher Level 5 in Biology, Chemistry or Physics. Standard or Higher Level 2 in Maths and Standard Level 5 / Higher Level 4 in English (if no GCSE grade C/4 in English and Maths)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
DMM
in Applied Science or Forensic & Criminal Investigation
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2,H2,H3,H3,H3
H3,H3,H3,H3,H3
including H3 in Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, or Physics
GCSE/National 4/National 5
A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C or grade 4 and above are required, including English Language (or grade B/5 in English Literature), Mathematics and a Science subject.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD
DM
in any subject with an A level grade B in Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry or Physics or DD-DM in Applied Science or Forensic & Criminal Investigation and any A level at grade B
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
DD
DM
in any subject with an A level grade B in Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry or Physics or DD-DM in Applied Science and any A level at grade B
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
DDM
DMM
in Applied Science
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,B,B
B,B,B
including grade B in Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, or Physics
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
M
in any subject with A levels grade BB including grade B in Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry or Physics or D-M in Applied Science or Forensic & Criminal Investigation with A levels grade BB in any subject
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate
D
M
in any subject with A levels grade BB including grade B in Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry or Physics or D-M in Applied Science with A levels grade BB in any subject
A level
A,B,B
B,B,B
including grade B in Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry or Physics
T Level
M
Subjects accepted: Health, Healthcare Science or Science
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £24,795 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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