Applied Biomedical Science (Pathology) with placement year BSc (Hons)
Ulster University
Key Course Facts
Course Description
BSc Hons Applied Biomedical Science (Pathology) with placement year - 4 years full time. In order to attain their DPP (Pathology) and meet the needs for professional registration as a Biomedical Scientist, students undertake a clinical placement in a health service laboratory.
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 44 graduates of Applied Biomedical Science (Pathology) with placement year BSc (Hons) at Ulster University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Biomedical Sciences.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of Biomedical Sciences
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £24010 | £27000 | £35000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20530 - £26990 | £20500 - £34500 | £27500 - £44500 |
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What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Applied Biomedical Science (Pathology) with placement year, BSc (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
Job in line with future plans
Utilise skills from studies
Work is meaningful
Required skill level of job after 15 months
% Skilled jobs
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Applied Biomedical Science (Pathology) with placement year BSc (Hons) at Ulster University
| 45% | Natural and social science professionals |
| 30% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 5% | Caring personal services |
| 0% | Sales occupations |
| 0% | Media Professionals |
| 0% | Customer service occupations |
| 0% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 0% | Elementary occupations |
| 0% | Administrative occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Assessment Methods
Study Time Distribution
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Including 2 science subjects – 2 from Group A OR 1 from Group A and 1 from Group B. Group A – Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Biology or Home Economics, of which Chemistry is preferred Group B – PE, Geography, ICT, Applied Science, Environmental Technology, Life & Health Science Applied Science Double Award is also acceptable as 2 science subjects Provided the above subject requirements are met you can substitute a combination of alternative qualifications recognised by the University for one of the A level grades.
To include BB in 2 science subjects – 2 from Group A OR 1 from Group A and 1 from Group B Group A – Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Biology or Home Economics, of which Chemistry is preferred Group B – Physical Education, Geography, Information Technology, Applied Science
Pass science-based Access Course with a minimum overall mark of 70% and a minimum of 70% in each level 3 module.
To include 2 science subjects – 2 from Group A OR 1 from Group A and 1 from Group B Group A – Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Biology, Home Economics, of which Chemistry is preferred Group B – Physical Education, Geography, Information Technology, Applied Science
To include 13 points at higher level to include two science subjects as follows; 2 from Group A OR 1 from Group A and 1 from Group B Group A – Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Biology or Home Economics, of which Chemistry is preferred Group B – PE, Geography, ICT, Applied Science At least 6 points must be achieved in each of the two science subjects.
To include at least 9 distinctions (BTEC should be science-based).
To include 2 science subjects (2 from Group A OR 1 from Group A and 1 from Group B). Group A – Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Biology or Home Economics, of which Chemistry is preferred Group B – PE, Geography, IT Applicants are also required to have Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Level English and Maths grade H6 or above OR Irish Leaving Certificate Ordinary Level English and Maths at grade O4 or above.
English language requirements for international applicants The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement for Tier 4 visa purposes. Ulster recognises a number of other English language tests and comparable IELTS equivalent scores.GCSE You must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements for admission to a first degree course and hold a GCSE pass in English Language at grade C or grade 4 or above (or equivalent). You must also hold a GCSE pass in Mathematics and Chemistry or Double Award Science at grade C or grade 4 or above (or equivalent). Please note that for purposes of entry to this course the Level 2 Essential / Key Skill in Application of Number is NOT regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCSE Maths.
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Costs
Tuition Fees Applied Biomedical Science (Pathology) with placement year BSc (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £4530 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £4530 | year 1 |
| EU | £15360 | year 1 |
| International | £15360 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Further information about full time undergraduate fees can be found at https://www.ulster.ac.uk/apply/fees-and-finance/undergraduate.
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2024
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
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About Ulster University
Ulster University is a publicly funded higher education institution located in Northern Ireland. The university owns and manages four main campuses: Belfast, Coleraine, Jordanstown, and Magee. Each campus hosts its own special facilities for the departments that occupy them, with some of the facilities between them including an award-winning Law Clinic, television and radio studios, Clinical Physiology suites, among many other well-equipped facilities.
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