Cardiff,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Healthcare Science - BSc (Hons) Degree in Cardiff United Kingdom | Cardiff Metropolitan University
Cardiff Metropolitan University
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Cardiff United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
16,000
(c. USD21,427.36)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Healthcare Science is a fast-paced, ever-changing field that demands skilled professionals to conduct various laboratory procedures essential for patient care and wellbeing. The BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science program at Cardiff Met, accredited by professional bodies, equips students with the scientific expertise needed to examine human health and disease from multiple perspectives. Incorporating work-based training throughout all years, this program effectively prepares graduates for NHS careers.
This degree aligns with NHS Wales's workforce needs, significantly boosting graduate employability. In their second year, students focus on one specialization: Blood Science, Cellular Science, Genetics Science, or Infection Science. Graduates can apply for Biomedical Scientist registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), expanding their career prospects. The Royal Society of Biology accredits this course, partially fulfilling requirements for Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol) status.Healthcare Science is a vibrant, professional field dedicated to studying disease mechanisms and their impact on bodily functions, with the ultimate goal of improving diagnosis, treatment, and prevention methods.This discipline opens doors to fulfilling careers in the NHS and organizations like the Health Protection Agency, National Blood Authority, and Medical Research Council.Cardiff Metropolitan University's Healthcare Science graduates qualify for HCPC registration as Biomedical Scientists.The program includes extensive NHS laboratory training across all three years, providing comprehensive preparation for roles as Healthcare Science Practitioners or Biomedical Scientists within the NHS.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS
Qualification Requirements
‚ÄãThe following requirements are based on typical offers relevant to entering year 1 of the degree.
If you do not meet these entry requirements, we also offer a Foundation Year which allows progression to Year 1 upon successful completion. You will need to pass the foundation year with an overall mark of 70% at the first attempt, with a minimum of 65% from the Term 2 Biological Sciences module.
- Tariff points: 112-120
  - Contextual offer: See our contextual offers page.
  - GCSE: Five GCSEs at Grade C / 4 or above to include English Language / Welsh First Language, Mathematics / Mathematics – Numeracy and Science.
  - English Language Requirement: Academic IELTS 7 overall with at least 6.5 in all elements, or equivalent.
  - A level subjects: Minimum three A levels. Grades BC in Biology and an equivalent Science.
- Relevant subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, IT, Mathematics, Food Technology, Environmental Science or Geography considered as the equivalent Science. Welsh Baccalaureate – Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate considered as a third subject.
  - BTEC National / Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma: DDM within Applied Science.
  - T Level: Science subject considered, alongside a further relevant Level 3 qualification.
  - Access to Higher Education Diploma: 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction in both Biology and an equivalent Science. Access to Higher Education Diplomas in the areas of Biosciences, Health Care, Health Science and Science are acceptable. A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above in English language, Mathematics and Science will also be required.
  - International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: Minimum two Grade 5/6 in Higher Level Biology and equivalent Science.
  - Irish Leaving Certificate: H1 in both Biology and an equivalent Science. Higher level subjects only considered with a minimum grade H4.
  - Scottish Advanced Highers: Grades CD in Biology and an equivalent Science. Scottish Highers are also considered, either on their own or in combination with Advanced Highers.​
  - Other requirements: Successful interview, DBS and Occupational Health check.
Tuition
GBP
16,000