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BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science

University of Hull, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

A Biomedical Science degree from Hull opens doors to a career in laboratory science and beyond.

Biomedical science applies biological principles to medicine. It explores the physiological processes and functions of the human body to appreciate disease processes, diagnosis, and treatment.

This is a dynamic topic with continual advancements in health care and science driving innovation and research. Through supported laboratory learning, you'll gain a deep understanding of the human form and function in health and disease.

You'll gather the knowledge and skills for employment in a variety of settings – including potentially life-saving work at the cutting edge of health research.

This course is accredited by The Institute of Biomedical Science - so you can be confident that it's been approved by expert academics and professionals as meeting industry standards.

General Eligibility

Points can be from any qualification on the UCAS tariff but must include at least 80 points from

  • A levels

  • BTEC Subsidiary Diploma, Diploma, or Extended Diploma

  • OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma, Diploma, or Extended Diploma

  • CACHE Diploma or Extended Diploma

  • Irish Leaving Certificate

  • Scottish Highers

  • Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma

  • or a combination of appropriate Level 3 qualifications

  • Applicants should have A level Biology/Applied Science at Grade C or above (or merit from relevant BTEC). Applicants taking the reformed A-level must also Pass the practical element.

Alternative qualifications

  • IB Diploma: 28 points including 5 in HL Biology

  • Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 18 credits at Merit in Biology

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1

CORE

  • Biochemistry

  • Cell Structure and Function

  • Principles of Genetics

  • Microbiology and Immunology

  • Skills for Biomedical and Forensic Scientists

  • Human Physiology

2 Year 2

CORE

  • Molecular Genetics and Proteomics

  • Blood Sciences 

  • Clinical Microbiology and Immunology

  • Professional and Research Skills for Biomedical Scientists

  • Biological Basis of Disease

  • Molecular Cell Biology and Histopathology

3 Year 3

CORE

  • Independent Research Project

OPTIONAL

  • Human Genetics

  • Cellular Pathology

  • Clinical Biochemistry

  • Clinical Hematology

  • Medical Microbiology

  • Muscle Fitness and Failure

  • Molecular and Medical Parasitology

  • Cancer Biology

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

IELTS 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each skill.

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