Overview

The degree is aimed at students wishing to pursue a career in diagnostic laboratory science as biomedical scientists within the NHS, research or management careers in the pharmaceutical industries or academic research.

Career Prospects

The Biomedical Science degree at Queen's University Belfast is aimed at students wishing to pursue a career in:

Diagnostic laboratory science as Biomedical Scientists within the National Health Service

Clinical trials relating to drug registration and patents

Government or Charity-funded research laboratories

Management careers in the Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology Industries

Academic Research and Development

Postgraduate entry to Medicine, Dentistry and allied health Professions after gaining a strong scientific training at undergraduate level

In addition to graduates in Biomedical Science being interested in pursuing a career in the field, the degree also affords opportunities for careers in the broad field of medicine and medically-related subjects such as medical sales and science writing. In addition, the degree provides access to graduate jobs open to other disciplines due to the many transferable skills gained on the course.

Accreditation

The degree is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Clinical Bacteriology and Immunology

Clinical Biochemistry

Haematology and Transfusion Science

Histopathology and Cytology

Molecular Basis of Life

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-06-30 00:00:00 , International

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Language

English

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL^® IBT

90

Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biomedicine Human Medicine View 338 other Bachelors in Biomedicine 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

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL^® IBT

90

Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
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Home contents and baggage
Accidents
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Other requirements

General requirements

A level requirements

AB (in any order in Biology/Human Biology and Chemistry) B + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4

OR

A (Biology/Human Biology or Chemistry) AB including a second science subject + GCSE Biology and Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4.

Irish leaving certificate requirements

H2H3H3H3H3 including Higher Level grade H2 and H3 in any order in Biology and Chemistry + if not offered at Higher Level then Ordinary Level grade O4 in Mathematics.

Access Course

Successful completion of Access Course with an average of 80% with no less than 70% in any module normally including two Biology modules (Level 3) and two Chemistry modules (Level 3). GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 or equivalent in Access Course.

International Baccalaureate Diploma

33 points overall including 6,5,5 at Higher Level to include Higher Level grades 6,5 (in any order) in Biology and Chemistry + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4

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Tuition Fee

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International

23100 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 23100 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

4630 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4630 GBP per year during 36 months.

Northern Ireland (NI) £4,630
Republic of Ireland (ROI) £4,630
England, Scotland or Wales (GB) £9,250
EU Other £23100
International £23100

Living costs for Belfast

561 - 887 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

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Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.

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Overview

Career Prospects

Accreditation

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

Student insurance

Other requirements

General requirements

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Tuition Fee

International

National

Living costs for Belfast

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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