BSc (Hons) Medical Science

The BSc (Hons) Medical Science programme at Bournemouth University is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the biological and chemical processes that underpin human health. Students will learn about the structure and function of the human body, the causes and consequences of disease, and the ways in which medical science contributes to the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of illness. The programme covers a range of topics, including anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and microbiology, and provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a career in healthcare or related fields.

Additional Information

The programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, and practical sessions, and includes opportunities for hands-on experience in laboratory settings. Students will also have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a dedicated medical science laboratory and a range of specialist equipment. The programme is taught by experienced academics with a strong research background, and visiting lecturers from the healthcare industry bring real-world perspectives to the course.

Unlock Your Potential: Choose Bournemouth University for a Future in Medical Science

Bournemouth University offers a unique learning environment that combines cutting-edge facilities with a commitment to student support. The university's location on the south coast of England provides opportunities for students to gain practical experience in a variety of healthcare settings, including hospitals, clinics, and community care organizations. The university's strong focus on interdisciplinary learning and collaboration prepares students for the complex demands of modern healthcare practice.

• Focus on the cutting-edge science that underpins modern medicine, fostering discoveries and technologies which improve healthcare

• Learn how our bodies work, how the disease is treated, and how new technology is evolving in this field

• Choose to concentrate on a broad approach or focus on the specific role of psychology in medical science via the option units offered

• Develop the ability to undertake your original research for the benefit of medical science

• We have recently invested in new state-of-the-art laboratory facilities so that you will have the best possible learning environment for developing the necessary practical skills for a career in medical science and the various opportunities it brings. 

• Spend a minimum of 30 weeks in a practical setting in the industry in your third year, ensuring you graduate with demonstrable scientific skills and the ability to disseminate them. You'll be career ready; 96% of our graduates are employed or further studied within fifteen months of finishing the course. 

This course requires 104–120 UCAS tariff points, including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. We are happy to consider a combination of qualifications and grades to meet the overall tariff, for example, A-levels A*CC, ABC, BBB or BCC, BTECs DDM, or DMM.

20 hours per week