Biomedical Science
Bournemouth University
UCAS Code: B940 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
104–120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels.
102 - 118 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades
104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two principal subjects.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by two A-level sized qualifications to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
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.
An overall score of 28 - 31 points.
Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Distinction*, Distinction (104 UCAS tariff points)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
Distinction, Merit, Merit (112 UCAS tariff points)
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff
104 - 120 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two Scottish Advanced Highers.
104 - 120 tariff points from a minimum of four Scottish Highers
T Level
120 UCAS tariff points
UCAS Tariff
The entry requirements for this course are 104 - 120 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A levels.
We accept this qualification, but it must be accompanied by an A-level sized qualification to meet the overall UCAS tariff.
About this course
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**Biomedical Science form 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.**
**Why study BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science at BU?**
- 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 science 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 science and how to conduct your own biomedical science research
- Complete a 30-week placement in year three to experience some essential and fascinating insights for your future career
- Explore different techniques for developing medicine and how they are used to treat illness in the human body in our new state-of-the-art laboratory facilities.
- Within 15 months of graduating, 96% of our students are in employment or further study (source DiscoverUni 2023)
Biomedical Science is a rapidly growing area of study and graduates are highly sought after by a diverse range of organisations, not only medical, but those involved in other scientific and related technical research and development.
We expect most of our graduates will want to progress their particular area of interest, either by making an original contribution to knowledge in their field by further postgraduate study, or by working in a diagnostic, pharmaceutical or research organisation.
Modules
Year 1 core units: Exploring and Understanding Science | Introduction to Immunology | Human Genetics and Molecular Biology | Cell Biology | Human Anatomy & Physiology | Biomedical Laboratory Skills
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Bournemouth University
Department of Life and Environmental Sciences
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