Overview

Throughout this Biomedical Science (with Foundation Year) (Hons) BSc programme from UWE Bristol (University of the West of England) focusses on human health and disease and pulls together clinical science and research, both important parts of the diagnostic and treatment process.

Career opportunities

You'll graduate with the insight, tools and practical experience to make a valuable contribution to the health of the community.

Graduates may go on to become biomedical scientists in the NHS by also completing the IBMS Registration Portfolio and gaining HCPC registration. Many also pursue careers in biomedical sciences, especially in research and development within the healthcare, pharmaceutical, and education sectors.

As well as preparing you for a laboratory-based job, the course will give you the transferable skills employers value in a wide variety of roles, from medical sales and scientific writing to quality control and health and safety.

Accreditation

The course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Human Anatomy and Physiology

Cells, Biochemistry and Genetics

Biomedical Skills

Infection and Disease

Molecular Cell Biology

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bristol, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Bio & Biomedical Engineering Biomedical Science Biology View 468 other Bachelors in Biology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

Tariff points: 56

Contextual tariff: See the contextual offers page.

GCSE: Grade C/4 or above in English, Mathematics and Double Science, or equivalent.

English Language Requirement: International and EU applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or approved equivalent*).

A-level subjects: No specific subjects required.

EDEXCEL (BTEC) Diploma: No specific subjects required.

Access: No specific subjects required.

Baccalaureate IB: No specific subjects required.

Irish Highers: No specific subjects required.

T Levels: No specific subjects required.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17000 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

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Living costs

Bristol

United Kingdom

750 - 1260 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Key information

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Disciplines

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