Plymouth,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science in Plymouth United Kingdom | University of Plymouth
University of Plymouth
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Plymouth United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
16,300
(c. USD21,748.28)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Gain insights into evidence-based learning by studying the science behind human health, illnesses, and treatments. You'll immerse yourself in a dynamic educational setting that showcases cutting-edge advancements and their applications in clinical and diagnostic work. Learn from world-renowned researchers and healthcare professionals while unlocking diverse career paths in both private and public sector research facilities.
Distinguish yourself with an Institute for Biomedical Science (IBMS)-accredited degree and take advantage of the option to switch to BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science after your second year. This pathway includes a year-long NHS placement, preparing you for a career as a certified NHS Biomedical Scientist. Access our exclusive open laboratory and learning hub tailored for science and engineering students, with the added option of an industrial placement year.
Aspiring NHS Biomedical Scientists can apply to transition to BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science following their second year, which includes a year-long placement in an approved NHS lab. Admission is competitive, requiring a behavior-focused interview, Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance, and occupational health evaluation. Graduates who complete this program qualify to register with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) as Biomedical Scientists, eligible for NHS employment.
Full-time program spanning 3 years (with optional placement year).
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
UCAS tariff
112 - 128
GCSEs: Grade C/4 or above in Mathematics and English. Consideration may be given to equivalent qualifications such as Functional Skills.
Plus one of the following:
A levels: 112128 Tariff points to include a minimum of three A levels, including Grade B in Biology/Human Biology, and Grade B in a relevant second science. General Studies excluded.
Relevant second sciences: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Applied Science, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geology, Geography, Psychology, and IT.
Access to HE Diploma: Pass an Access to HE Diploma with 30 Level 3 credits at distinction, including 15 Level 3 credits in Biology and 15 Level 3 credits in a second relevant science. The remaining 15 Level 3 credits must be at merit or above.
BTEC RQF National Extended Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma: DDM depending on the BTEC and units studied. If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. Without this information we may be unable to process your application quickly and you could experience significant delays in the progress of your application to study with us. Please explicitly state the full list of modules within your qualification at the time of application or contact Admissions for further advice.
T level: Accepted preference pathways would be Health or Science. Typical offer will be confirmed once an application is received.
International Baccalaureate: 30 points overall to include Grade 5 in Higher Level Biology and Grade 5 in a second relevant science. English and Mathematics accepted within as GCSE equivalent at higher level = 4, standard level = 5
IELTS: Overall average score of at least 6.0, with a score of at least 6.0 in all elements.
TOEFL IBT 76
Minimum Component Scores - Component scores of listening 17, reading 18, speaking 20, writing 18
112 - 128
GCSEs: Grade C/4 or above in Mathematics and English. Consideration may be given to equivalent qualifications such as Functional Skills.
Plus one of the following:
A levels: 112128 Tariff points to include a minimum of three A levels, including Grade B in Biology/Human Biology, and Grade B in a relevant second science. General Studies excluded.
Relevant second sciences: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Applied Science, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geology, Geography, Psychology, and IT.
Access to HE Diploma: Pass an Access to HE Diploma with 30 Level 3 credits at distinction, including 15 Level 3 credits in Biology and 15 Level 3 credits in a second relevant science. The remaining 15 Level 3 credits must be at merit or above.
BTEC RQF National Extended Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma: DDM depending on the BTEC and units studied. If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. Without this information we may be unable to process your application quickly and you could experience significant delays in the progress of your application to study with us. Please explicitly state the full list of modules within your qualification at the time of application or contact Admissions for further advice.
T level: Accepted preference pathways would be Health or Science. Typical offer will be confirmed once an application is received.
International Baccalaureate: 30 points overall to include Grade 5 in Higher Level Biology and Grade 5 in a second relevant science. English and Mathematics accepted within as GCSE equivalent at higher level = 4, standard level = 5
IELTS: Overall average score of at least 6.0, with a score of at least 6.0 in all elements.
TOEFL IBT 76
Minimum Component Scores - Component scores of listening 17, reading 18, speaking 20, writing 18
Tuition
GBP
16,300