Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
University of Bedfordshire
Key Course Facts
Course Description
Almost everyone in the UK will benefit at some point in their lives from disease diagnosis expertise. This IBMS accredited course provides a sound base in the laboratory sciences used to diagnose or investigate diseases, preparing you for a range of careers. Study normal life processes and the pathological changes that occur in disease. Keep up to date with current developments with guest lectures by biomedical science experts from institutes and hospital laboratories. Gain experience in techniques - such as problem based learning (PBL) for disease diagnosis - commonly used in medical schools. Our Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) degree provides an excellent base to pursue a career in hospital laboratories, pharmaceutical industries and/or postgraduate entry into medical science related courses.
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 17 graduates of Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) at University of Bedfordshire for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Biomedical Sciences.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates of Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) at University of Bedfordshire
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23500 | £20000 | £26000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £22500 - £26000 | £17000 - £23500 | £20500 - £30000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Biomedical Sciences
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23000 | £22375 | £26273 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19489 - £26022 | £16894 - £27526 | £20699 - £33736 |
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What You Will Learn
Programme content: As a student of Biomedical Science, BSc (Hons) you will study the following course modules.
Modules
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 Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) at University of Bedfordshire
| 70% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 20% | Natural and social science professionals |
| 10% | Teaching Professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
Must include a science subject
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
Must include a science subject
112 - 120 UCAS Tariff points. Must include a science subject.
112 - 120 UCAS Tariff points. Must be in a science subject.
Must be in a science subject.
Mathematics GCSE grade 4 or grade C required.
Requirements for international students / English requirements
IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)
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- 5.0
- Foundation / Pathway Courses
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- 6.0
- Graduate Degrees
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- 6.0
- Undergraduate Degrees
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still be able to join Biomedical Science, BSc (Hons).
Costs
Tuition Fees Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
| EU | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £13200 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
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)
- year 2
- year 3
University Rankings
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About University of Bedfordshire
The University of Bedfordshire is a publicly funded university located in Bedfordshire and Buckinghamshire, England. One of the main campuses, in Luton, is home to the university’s Business, Media, Art & Design, Science, Computing, Law, Psychology, and Social Sciences schools. The Bedford campus is just a twenty minute walk from the town centre, and is home to the Primary Education, Secondary Education, Physical Education, Sport and Exercise Sciences, and Tourism schools.
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