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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Our Biomedical Science degree enables you to explore the sciences related to medicine and in particular, the specialist disciplines of diagnostic Biomedical Science as practised in Health Service Laboratories. Our degree is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science and is aimed at students wishing to pursue a career in diagnostic laboratory science as biomedical scientists within the NHS, research or management careers in the pharmaceutical industries or academic research.
Biomedical Science Highlights
Professional Accreditations
This degree, which is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science, is aimed at students wishing to pursue a career in diagnostic laboratory science as biomedical scientists within the NHS, research and development or management careers in the pharmaceutical industries and/or academic research.
Global Opportunities
The School has established links with the University of Nevada in Reno, USA. Opportunities are available to work in the research laboratories for a year between second and final year.
Career Prospects
Introduction
The BSc in Biomedical Science at Queens is aimed at students wishing to pursue a career in:
• Diagnostic laboratory science as Biomedical Scientists within the National Health Service.
• Clinical trials relating to drug registration and patents.
• Government or Charity-funded research laboratories
• Management careers in the Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology Industries
• Academic Research and Development.
• Postgraduate entry to Medicine, Dentistry and allied health Professions after gaining a strong scientific
training at undergraduate level
In addition to graduates in Biomedical Science being interested in pursuing a career in the field, the degree also affords opportunities for careers in the broad field of medicine and medically-related subjects such as medical sales and science writing. The degree also provides access to graduate jobs open to other disciplines due to the many transferable skills gained on the course.
Exam type
A levelA level:
ABB - AAB Grades / Points required
Scottish Advanced Higher:
ABB - AAB Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
33 - 34 Grades / Points required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
H2,H3,H3,H3,H3 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Two Science subjects required at A-level to include Biology or Chemistry (preferably both).Acceptable second Science subjects:Computer Science, ICT, Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Geography, Geology, Home Economics, Mathematics, Nutrition & Food Science, Physics, Physical Education, Psychology, Technology & Design. Other subjects considered on an individual basis.A-level General Studies and Critical Thinking are normally excluded from offers. However, the grade achieved may be taken into account when results are published in August and may be used in a tie-break situation.
Two Science subjects required at Advanced Higher to include Biology or Chemistry (preferably both) - see list under A-level.Offers are normally made on the basis of a combination of Scottish Highers and Advanced Highers.
Access Course must contain sufficient relevant modules in Biology and Chemistry.Contact the Admissions and Access Service (admissions@qub.ac.uk) for advice.
34 points required for Biology or Chemistry with another Science (with 6 in Biol/Chem at HL),6,5Successful completion of IB Diploma with 33 points overall including 6 (Biology or Chemistry),5,5 at Higher Level if both Biology and Chemistry offered
To include H2 and H3 (in any order) in Biology and ChemistryIf not offered at Higher Level then Ordinary Level grade O4 in Mathematics.
BTEC RQF National Extended Diploma in Applied Science (Biomedical Science route only)Successful completion of National Extended Diploma (1080 Level 3 GLH) with overall grade D*DD.Applicants must have Distinction grade in Science Investigation SkillsPhysiology of Human Body SystemsBiological Molecules & Metabolic PathwaysBiomedical Science
Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.
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England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£4,750 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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£25,300 per year
Students from EU
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£25,300 per year
Students from International
£25300 Per year
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