Biomedical Science Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Biomedical Science Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview
Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), which is essential for employment in hospital pathology laboratories, our Biomedical Science degree involves the study of health and disease and how the human body functions during normal and diseased states.
Why study with us
• Biosciences students study similar modules in Year 1, so you have the chance to switch to another specialist degree to pursue your interests and career goals.
• You can undertake opportunities to colla...
Course Overview
Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), which is essential for employment in hospital pathology laboratories, our Biomedical Science degree involves the study of health and disease and how the human body functions during normal and diseased states.
Why study with us
• Biosciences students study similar modules in Year 1, so you have the chance to switch to another specialist degree to pursue your interests and career goals.
• You can undertake opportunities to collaborate with academics through our Undergraduate Research Internship Scheme.
• Taught by internationally-recognised research-active scientists and biomedical scientists.
What you’ll do
• You’ll develop a range of laboratory based and theoretical skills associated with sound scientific practice.
• We have a strong focus on practical experience ensuring that you’ll graduate with real-world skills for a variety of careers both inside and outside of the laboratory.
• You'll have the opportunity to take the Healthcare Science route after Year 1, which includes placements in NHS pathology laboratories.
Accreditations
• This course is accredited by the IBMS, which is essential if you're looking for employment in hospital pathology laboratories. The IBMS is the professional body for biomedical scientists and support staff - advancing knowledge and setting professional standards.
Future careers
Biomedical Science graduates can work in diagnostic and pathology laboratories in hospitals and other medical institutions or within biomedical related industries. Others opt to pursue careers in research through postgraduate study.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-20
Campus
Preston Campus
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A02-A10
Institution Code
C30
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
A level
112 to 120 UCAS points at A2 including Chemistry or Biology at grade C. General Studies, Critical Thinking, and Citizenship and Community Studies not accepted
T Level
We accept the following T Levels at grade M for this course: T Level Science and T Level Healthcare Science.
UCAS Tariff
AS
Not accepted
Access to HE Diploma
112 to 120 UCAS Points including 15 credits at Level 3 in Chemistry or Biology Modules at Distinction
GCSE/National 4/National 5
5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including Maths and English or equivalent. Equivalent qualifications are Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or Level 3 Key Skills in Maths and Communication.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pass IB Diploma including 112 to 120 UCAS points from Higher Level subjects, including HL Biology or Chemistry at grade 5.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Applied Science BTEC Modules - awarded 2016 onwards - must have the following: Merit in TWO out of the following THREE externally assessed ‘mandatory’ units: 1 Principles and Applications of Science I 3 Science Investigation Skills 5 Principles and Applications of Science II AND: Distinction in FOUR of the following internally assessed ‘optional’ units: 8 Physiology of Human Body Systems 9 Human Regulation and Reproduction 10 Biological Molecules and Metabolic Pathways 11 Genetics and Genetic Engineering 12 Diseases and Infections 17 Microbiology and Microbiological Techniques 20 Biomedical Science Unit 14 Applications of Organic Chemistry and Unit 18 Industrial Chemical Reactions can be accepted when combined with Biology Units for a good balance.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
112 to 120 UCAS points, including Chemistry or Biology at grade H3.
A level
72 points at A2 including Chemistry or Biology or Environmental science or Applied Science
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
including Science
Access to HE Diploma
72 UCAS points including science
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pass with 72 points from Higher Level Subjects including science
T Level
in Science or Healthcare Science
GCSE/National 4/National 5
5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including Maths and English or equivalent. Equivalent qualifications are Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or Level 3 Key Skills in Maths and Communication.
Not accepted
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
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| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Islands, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland, England, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Northern Ireland, England, Channel Islands, Scotland, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, England | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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