Overview

Within the Biomedical Sciences with Foundation BSc course from the University of Reading you will learn about the systems that underpin all living organisms from a cellular, tissue, organ and whole body perspective. From this basis, you will study the diseases that affect each area and the mechanisms that the body uses to combat them.

The flexible nature of the course will then allow you to pick specialist modules that match your interests. You will also have the chance to carry out a year-long industrial placement or a paid vacation studentship in order to gain valuable work and research experience.

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This programme has been accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB) following an independent and rigorous assessment.

Accredited degree programmes contain a solid academic foundation in biological knowledge and establish a profile of key skills that bioscience employers can recognise in accredited graduates, including technical and transferable skills.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biology
Chemistry
Mathematics
Academic Skills
Cellular and Molecular Principles of Life
Microbiology
Anatomy and Physiology
Human Pathology
Biochemistry

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-30 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-01-29 00:00:00

Language

English

PTE Academic

69

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Duolingo English Test

125

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Reading, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Biomedical Science Physiology View 49 other Bachelors in Physiology 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

PTE Academic

69

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TOEFL^® IBT

88

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Duolingo English Test

125

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Other requirements

General requirements

Typical offer

BBB – for applicants without Biology and a second scienceCCC – for applicants with Biology and a second science

International Baccalaureate

30 – for applicants without higher level Biology and a second science24 – for applicants with Biology and a second science, both at higher level

GCSE

Grade 4 (C) in Science if not studying sciences at A level

BTEC

DMM

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
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Tuition Fee

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International

29950 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 29950 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

9250 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Reading

903 - 1382 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Funding

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