BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science with Foundation Year

Biomedical science forms an important component of medical science, informing, supporting and improving human healthcare and medicine. It is a broad-based science degree which studies the biological mechanisms of human health and disease. Study strategies of research, new discoveries and principles of new technologies for more effective analysis and precise interpretations of health and disease. Understand the theories, concepts and principles relevant to different disciplines in biomedical sciences as well as the wider application of these to address societal needs. Develop skills to evaluate scientific literature to understand how evidence-based decisions are made in biomedical sciences and how to conduct your own biomedical science research. Explore different techniques for developing medicines and how they are used to treat illness in the human body in our new state-of-the-art laboratory facilities. . Complete a 30-week placement in year three to experience some essential and fascinating insights for your future career

For September 2024 entry this course requires 104–120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. Numeracy and literacy requirements (e.g. GCSEs) GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or grade C in the old grading system). We also accept iGCSEs, Key Skills and Functional Skills and other qualifications at Level 2 of the National Qualifications Framework. See all of the equivalencies. A-level and AS levels 104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels. Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate – Skills Challenge Certificate We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff. Access to HE Diploma 102–118 UCAS tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades. BTEC National Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points) Diploma: Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points) Foundation Diploma/90-credit Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff Extended Certificate/Subsidiary Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff. Cambridge International Pre-U Diploma 104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two principal subjects. Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma: Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points) Diploma: Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points) Subsidiary Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff Introductory Diploma: We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff. Extended Project Qualification We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff. International Baccalaureate Certificates 104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Higher Level certificates. International Baccalaureate (Diploma) An overall score of 28–31 points. Scottish Highers 104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers. Scottish Advanced Highers 104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers. T Levels Merit (120 tariff points) Foundation Year entry requirements Numeracy and literacy requirements There are no GCSE requirements. The foundation year will cover these skills in preparation for degree study. For September 2024 entry 48–72 UCAS tariff points. IELTS - 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each component. TOEFL iBT - Overall 60