Overview
UWS’s BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science and BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science programmes will equip you with the skills and experience needed to play a vital role in modern healthcare provision.
These programmes have been developed to provide a pathway to help you become a professional biomedical scientist. Biomedical scientists play an essential role in the identification of diseases and improving the provision of healthcare.
You’ll receive a grounding in biology, chemistry and data analysis, before progressing to study advanced aspects of biome...
Overview<br/><br/>UWS’s BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science and BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science programmes will equip you with the skills and experience needed to play a vital role in modern healthcare provision. <br/><br/>These programmes have been developed to provide a pathway to help you become a professional biomedical scientist. Biomedical scientists play an essential role in the identification of diseases and improving the provision of healthcare.<br/><br/>You’ll receive a grounding in biology, chemistry and data analysis, before progressing to study advanced aspects of biomedical science. Key strengths of the programmes are the development of practical laboratory and research skills.<br/><br/>Programme highlights<br/><br/>• These programmes are designed to prepare you for a career working at the forefront of modern healthcare, where you’ll play a vital role in the effective diagnosis, monitoring, treatment and prevention of disease.<br/>• These programmes have been developed in partnership with the National Health Service, with both programmes being accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), and the Applied Biomedical Science programme also approved by the HCPC. Teaching includes expert tuition from NHS staff.<br/>• A range of placement opportunities are available allowing you to apply your knowledge in a real-world laboratory setting.<br/><br/>Careers<br/><br/>UWS graduates are well qualified to enter a range of related medical professions including:<br/><br/>• NHS hospital laboratories<br/>• Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service laboratories<br/>• Health Protection Agency laboratories<br/>• Research & development laboratories for the medical, pharmaceutical, veterinary and food sectors<br/>• Primary and secondary teaching<br/>• Nursing<br/><br/>Graduates can continue their studies to MSc and PhD level with some undertaking further study in related disciplines including pharmacy, medicine and dentistry.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
08/09/2025
Campus
Lanarkshire Campus
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B940
Institution Code
U40
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4
UCAS Tariff108 Including Biology or Human Biology Scottish HigherB,B,B,B Including Biology or Human Biology International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme24 including 3 subjects at H4 (one of which should be Biology or Human Biology) For year 2 entry, 30 points including Biology/Human Biology and Chemistry at Higher Level Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)MMM Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2,H2,H2,H3 Including Biology or Human Biology Scottish Advanced HigherB,B,C Year 2 entry: Advanced Highers in Biology plus Chemistry at least at National 5 Grade C Scottish HNCPass Year 2: Applied Science; Biomedical Science/Applied Biomedical Science; Industrial Biotechnology. Scottish HNDPass Year 3: Biomedical Science; Biological Science; Applied Biological Science. A levelB,C,C Including Biology or Human Biology. Year 2 entry with A Levels in BBC including Biology. T LevelM For year 2 entry, in relevant subject |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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Scotland | £1,820 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £15,500 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |