Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
Glasgow Caledonian University
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Start date

16-SEP-24

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4 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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16-SEP-24

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4 Years

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Biomedical Science is vital for the clinical diagnosis of disease and accurate treatment of patients and the operation of the NHS and other health-related industries. We combine a hospital-based placement with academic study, so youll gain the knowledge and practical skills needed in cellular pathology,clinical biochemistry, haematology and clinical microbiology.Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the course ...Read more

Biomedical Science is vital for the clinical diagnosis of disease and accurate treatment of patients and the operation of the NHS and other health-related industries. We combine a hospital-based placement with academic study, so you'll gain the knowledge and practical skills needed in cellular pathology,clinical biochemistry, haematology and clinical microbiology.Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the course includes a work-based placement in Scottish NHS hospitals. The majority of our graduates find employment in NHS clinical laboratories. Some secure posts in industry, working as part of a research team in pharmaceutical development, biological product research and manufacture or conducting research in government, health service and university laboratories.

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WUSCA ranking
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2023 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
78/81
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
34th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
79th
Others in Biosciences
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 92 = 8% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
8%
Employment rate
Employment rate
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Others in Biosciences graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Others in Biosciences graduate salary
£20,000
What students say
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Eve
20 Nov 23

The WiFi on campus is not great, making it very difficult to get work done while on campus. Timetabling could also be improved to avoid multiple hour long breaks in-between..Read more

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Shuaib
20 Nov 23

GCU is a great place to study because it is in the heart of Glasgow and a 2 minute walk away from the bus station. All the lecturers are really nice and can provide you with..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BCC Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

BBBC Grades / Points required

Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6):

Pass Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

28 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H2,H3,H3,H3 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DMM Grades / Points required

Scottish HNC:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Scottish HND:

Pass Grades / Points required

T Level:

M Grades / Points required

to include two science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Health and Food Technology, Physics, Maths, Psychology and Life & Health Science

to include two science subjects e.g. Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Health and Food Technology, Physics, Maths, Application of Math, Psychology or Environmental Science

Accepted as equivalent to one Higher at grade B as part of the overall grade profile of Highers required for entry. Any essential subjects at Higher should still be achieved in addition to the Foundation Apprenticeship.

to include Higher Level Chemistry at 5 and Standard Level Biology at 5.

to include two sciences e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths

in Applied Science or Science

Level 1: HNC in relevant science subject (e.g. Applied Sciences) with graded unit C Year 2: HNC 15 credits in relevant subject - graded unit B to include Genetics, DNA Structure and Human Physiology/Human Body Structure and Function

Year 3: HND in relevant subject - graded units BB to include Genetics, DNA Structure and Human Physiology /Human Body Structure and Function and Human Metabolism

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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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£1,820 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£15,200 per year

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Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£15,200 per year

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Students from International

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Latest reviews

Latest Biomedical Sciences reviews

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E
Eve
20 Nov 23
Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
The WiFi on campus is not great, making it very difficult to get work done while on campus. Timetabling could also be improved to avoid multiple hour long breaks in-between...
Read more
S
Shuaib
20 Nov 23
Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
GCU is a great place to study because it is in the heart of Glasgow and a 2 minute walk away from the bus station. All the lecturers are really nice and can provide you with...
Read more
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Glasgow Caledonian University
Cowcaddens Road Glasgow Glasgow, City Of G4 0BA United Kingdom
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