University of Huddersfield
Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
University of Huddersfield

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Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews for 20 graduates of Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) at University of Huddersfield for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Biomedical Sciences (Non-Specific).

Overall student satisfaction
84 /100
20 total respondents
The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Medical Sciences

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Biomedical Sciences (Non-Specific) 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 £34500 £31000 £33000
25-75 percentile range £32000 - £41000 £15500 - £38500 £23000 - £40000


Salary of all UK Graduates of Medical Sciences

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £25000 £27000 £35000
25-75 percentile range £21091 - £28004 £20500 - £34500 £27500 - £44500

Course Description

Studying Biomedical Science gives you the foundational knowledge needed to perform clinical research and promote the health of both humans and animals. This Biomedical Science BSc(Hons) degree course explores key subject areas, including blood science, immunology, physiology and pathology.

You’ll start the course alongside our other biological science students, building up your knowledge in medical pharmacology and microbiology and biochemistry. In your final year, you’ll explore some of the latest developments in biomedical science.

Why Study Biomedical Science BSc(Hons) at University of Huddersfield?

A Biomedical Science BSc(Hons) degree prepares you for a range of exciting careers or for further study. This course equips you with the ability to:

  • Prevent, screen, diagnose and treat chronic diseases.
  • Understand the science of major and emerging infectious diseases.
  • Perform statistical analysis, write, and conduct presentations as part of research.

You’ll gain relevant real-world experience throughout this course. You’ll be taught by leading doctoral-level academics through lectures, seminars, and sessions, which will give you the chance to gain hands-on experience using modern, scientific instruments in our specialist biological sciences labs.

Following your first two years in the course, you’ll have the opportunity to put your knowledge and skills to the test in an optional supervised work placement year. During this placement year, you’ll:

  • Experience working in a real-world environment within the industry in the UK or internationally.
  • Explore employment opportunities within organisations related to your studies.
  • Network with potential employers and construct work experience profiles to prepare for a future biomedical science career.

This course will prepare you for a variety of potentially exciting careers in a range of fields in the biomedical science industry, as well as for future study. You’ll be able to work in healthcare, including diagnostics and clinical research, biotech industries, medical research, medical genetics, pharmaceuticals and more.

Professional Bodies

The course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) for a period of five years, commencing September 2021 intake.

Why Huddersfield?

Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area.

Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).

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.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) at University of Huddersfield

90% Caring personal services
5% Finance Professionals
0% Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations

You’ll be taught via lectures, tutorials, and laboratory work. Assessment will include project work, teamwork, assignment, and examinations. The final year research project contributes to your degree classification. In the final year, you can undertake an extended research project in the laboratory with expert supervision. Your module specification/course handbook provides full details of the assessment criteria applying to your course.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Minimum Required UCAS Tariff

from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including a minimum grade B in a relevant Science subject at A Level.

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

Qualification requirements

31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.

Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)

Successful completion of the University of Huddersfield Science Extended Degree leading to a BSc(Hons) Degree course - https://courses.hud.ac.uk/full-time/undergraduate/science-extended-degree-leading-to-a-bsc-hons-degree/ Applications are also welcomed from mature candidates capable of benefiting from the course. For further information please see the University's minimum entry requirements.

Requirements for international students / English requirements

IELTS academic test score (similar tests may be accepted as well)

    • 6.5
    • All Degrees

Please see our website for more information - http://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-finance/undergraduate-scholarships/
Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Biomedical Science, BSc (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)

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
EU £17600 year 1
International £17600 year 1

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)

University Rankings

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About University of Huddersfield

The University of Huddersfield is a research university which is maintained through public funding, based in Huddersfield in West Yorkshire, England. The university’s main campus, known as Queensgate, is located within just five minute’s walking distance of Huddersfield city centre. In addition, there are two other campuses used for distinct functions, the Oldham campus and the Barnsley campus.

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Student composition of University of Huddersfield

undergraduates:
11075
postgraduates:
3010
Total:
14085
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