Medical Sciences BSc (Hons)
University of Central Lancashire
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 45 graduates of Medical Sciences BSc (Hons) at University of Central Lancashire for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Medicine (Non-Specific).
This particular course
Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of Medicine and Dentistry
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £35000 | £43804 | £49273 |
25-75 percentile range | £30000 - £40000 | £37276 - £46348 | £42231 - £55817 |
All Medicine and Dentistry courses in the UK
Course Description
Course overview
Delivered over just two years, our BSc (Hons) Medical Sciences accelerated programme provides a unique opportunity for you to gain a scientific degree which is embedded within a clinically-focused curriculum.
Why study with us
- This course will prepare you for further study including graduate entry Medicine, Dentistry, Physician Associate Studies or Pharmacy as well as postgraduate study on a variety of courses.
- By studying a full degree course over two years instead of three, you’ll enjoy the benefits which include financial savings and entering professional employment earlier.
- This unique course focuses on both academic achievement and the development of strong student personal profiles, alongside training in clinical and communication skills.
What you’ll do
- Enjoy access to state-of-the-art facilities such as specialised human anatomy resource centres using much of the same equipment as medicine students.
- You’ll be taught by experienced scientists, doctors and clinicians in excellent facilities.
- Taught in small, culturally diverse groups promoting integration, cultural exchange and personal development.
Future careers
Your clinically-relevant scientific knowledge from your BSc (Hons) Medical Sciences degree will prepare you as a highly competitive candidate for entry onto graduate entry medicine, dentistry, physician associate, pharmacy and other professional study programmes.
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.
This particular course
Current jobs
All courses of University of Central Lancashire
Required skill level of job after 15 months
All Medicine (Non-Specific) courses of University of Central Lancashire
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Medical Sciences BSc (Hons) at University of Central Lancashire
25% | Nursing Professionals |
20% | Elementary occupations |
10% | Teaching Professionals |
10% | Skilled trades occupations |
10% | Therapy professionals |
10% | Protective service occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)
M in T Level Health, Healthcare Science, or Science.
Access to HE Diploma
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 7 | with no component score less than 70 (to have been taken within 2 years before the course commencement date) |
Costs
Tuition Fees Medical Sciences BSc (Hons)
England UK | £11100 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £11100 | year 1 |
Scotland | £11100 | year 1 |
Wales | £11100 | year 1 |
Channel Islands | £11100 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
*subject only to annual increase in line with UK Retail Price Index inflation rate
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, 2025
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
University Rankings
Positions of University of Central Lancashire in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of University of Central Lancashire in related subject specific rankings.
Medicine & Health
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- #26
- #33
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- Medicine
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
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- #29
- #37
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- Medicine
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #30
- #501
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- Medicine
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QS World University Rankings By Subject
[Published 22 March, 2023]
See all 28 university rankings of University of Central Lancashire
About University of Central Lancashire
The University of Central Lancashire (UCLAN) is a government funded university located in the proud city of Preston, in Lancashire, England. The university’s main campus can be found right in the heart of the city, only a few minutes away from an assortment of shopping centres, entertainments and nightlife for those interested.
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Student composition of University of Central Lancashire
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Central Lancashire by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 16990
- postgraduates:
- 4915
- Total:
- 21905
Where is this programme taught
Similar courses
Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) | UCAS Tariff | City | ||
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Biomedical Science with Foundation Year BSc (Hons) | The University of Sheffield | - | - | - | £9250 | £29110 | - | Sheffield | On campus Full-time | |
Biomedical Science (with foundation year) BSc (Hons) | University of Hull | - | - | - | £9250 | £18300 £19500 | - | Hull | On campus Full-time | |
Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) | University of the West of Scotland | - | - | - | £9250 | £15250 | - | Paisley | On campus Full-time | |
Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) | Staffordshire University | - | - | - | £9250 | £16750 | - | Stoke-on-Trent | On campus Full-time | |
Biomedical Sciences BSc (Hons) | University of Reading | - | - | - | £9250 | £27650 | - | Reading | On campus Full-time | |
Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) | Middlesex University | - | - | - | £9250 | £15100 | - | London | On campus Full-time | |
Nutrition and Medical Sciences BSc (Hons) | University College London | - | - | - | £9250 | £32100 | - | London | On campus Full-time | |
Biomedical Sciences (Immunology) with Placement BSc (Hons) | Brunel University | - | - | - | £9250 | £21470 £23615 | - | Uxbridge | On campus Full-time | |
Biomedical Sciences (Genetics) with Placement BSc (Hons) | Brunel University | - | - | - | £9250 | £21470 £23615 | - | Uxbridge | On campus Full-time | |
Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) | University of Gloucestershire | 91% | 5% | 26% | £9250 | £15000 £15450 | 117 | Cheltenham | On campus Full-time |
Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
British Quacquarelli Symonds, UK
- Published:
- 22 March, 2023
- Criteria used in ranking -QS World University Rankings By Subject:
- Academic Reputation: 50%
Employer Reputation: 30%
Research Citations Per Paper: 10%
H-index: 10%
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023