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**Biomedical science is the fundamental building block of medical practice. Without a deep understanding of the body, healthcare practitioners cannot diagnose and treat illnesses and diseases, such as cancer. At Kent, we equip you with the skill set you need for a successful career within the world of biomedical science or beyond.**
Biomedical Science with a Foundation Year is an excellent conversion course for applicants who dont meet the academic requirements for direct entry but have shown academic ability in non-science subjects.
**Accreditation**
Our Biom...
**Biomedical science is the fundamental building block of medical practice. Without a deep understanding of the body, healthcare practitioners cannot diagnose and treat illnesses and diseases, such as cancer. At Kent, we equip you with the skill set you need for a successful career within the world of biomedical science or beyond.**<br/><br/>Biomedical Science with a Foundation Year is an excellent conversion course for applicants who dont meet the academic requirements for direct entry but have shown academic ability in non-science subjects. <br/><br/>**Accreditation**<br/>Our Biomedical Science degree is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) and the Royal Society of Biology (RSB). Our four-year Biomedical Science with a Sandwich Year programme has Advanced Accreditation. Students graduating from RSB recognised courses are eligible for associate membership and are entitled to two years’ membership at half price. <br/><br/><br/>* Hear from Biomedical Science student, Nivedita and academic, Dr Jill Shepherd, as they talk about the course and what it’s like to be a Biomedical Science student at Kent: https://youtu.be/SjV4zQlmT3c <br/><br/><br/>* Find out about our ground-breaking research and how it’s impacting the world we live in: https://www.kent.ac.uk/biosciences/news <br/><br/><br/>* Gain real-world experience, with behind the scenes visits to hospitals, that will highlight how you could use your skills. <br/><br/><br/>* Focus on your future with the chance to take a paid Summer Studentship after your second year, giving you valuable hands-on experience in our research labs. <br/><br/><br/>* Study in industry standard laboratories, with our well-equipped facilities, providing an excellent environment for teaching and research. <br/><br/><br/>* Get involved with science outside of the lab by joining Kent BioSoc. This student-run society holds a seminar series, academic talks, trips and social events. <br/><br/><br/>**Year Abroad**<br/>Expand your horizons and tailor your degree to suit you with a year abroad, where youll study at one of our partner institutions for a year. Studying abroad can help you grow in confidence, enhance your employability, plus youll make friends in the country youre studying in and meet other adventurous students from around the world.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
27/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B943
Institution Code
K24
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
UCAS Tariff104 120 including any required subjects as listed in the relevant qualification section Scottish HigherScottish Highers qualifications are considered on an individual basis Access to HE DiplomaThe University welcomes applications from Access to Higher Education Diploma candidates for consideration. A typical offer may require you to obtain a proportion of Level 3 credits in relevant science subjects at merit grade or above. International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammePearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM DMM including any required subjects as listed in the relevant qualification section GCSE/National 4/National 5Applicants should have grade C or 4 in Maths GCSE or a suitable equivalent level qualification A levelB,B,B B,C,C including any required subjects as listed in the relevant qualification section T LevelM overall in Science with a minimum of grade B in the core (including grade B in the paper B written examination) or overall in Science with a minimum of grade C in the core (including grade C in the paper B written examination) |
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