The BSc Biomedical Science course explores the scientific basis of medicine and the causes of diseases that affect humankind. Our broad programme covers single cells and molecular processes up to whole body systems and is consistently updated to reflect the latest developments in all of the major biomedical disciplines.
As a student of Biomedical Science at Birmingham, you will have the opportunity to undertake an industrial placement year where we will support you to find your ideal placement either in industry or in the biomedical sector, or help you to access financial ...
The BSc Biomedical Science course explores the scientific basis of medicine and the causes of diseases that affect humankind. Our broad programme covers single cells and molecular processes up to whole body systems and is consistently updated to reflect the latest developments in all of the major biomedical disciplines. <br/><br/>As a student of Biomedical Science at Birmingham, you will have the opportunity to undertake an industrial placement year where we will support you to find your ideal placement either in industry or in the biomedical sector, or help you to access financial support to take on summer projects in our own active research laboratories.<br/><br/>Core skills developed throughout our integrated curriculum such as communication, organisation, problem solving and analysis are highly valued by graduate employers whichever career path you choose to follow.<br/><br/>This programme has been accredited by the Royal Society of Biology following an independent and rigorous assessment. Accredited degree programmes contain a solid academic foundation in biological knowledge and key skills, and prepare graduates to address the needs of employers. The accreditation criteria require evidence that graduates from accredited programmes meet defined sets of learning outcomes, including subject knowledge, technical ability and transferable skills.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
29/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B900
Institution Code
B32
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 Overall score of 32 points, with minimum grades of 6, 6, 5 in higher level subjects, to include at least two sciences (from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics – Maths Studies is excluded). Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Not Accepted Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalAccepted in place of A levels with the following grade equivalencies: D2 = A*; D3 = A; M2 = B. Combinations of A levels and Principle subjects are accepted. NB required subjects must be offered (see A level Section) Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade. A levelA,A,B Typical offer: AAB Required subjects and grades: Two science A levels from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Physics; GCSE grade 6/B in Mathematics and 6/B in Biology and Chemistry (or double award science) if not offered at a higher level. General Studies: Not accepted as part of the minimum 3 A Level subjects. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |