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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
University of Strathclyde
Full Time
16-SEP-24
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
University of Strathclyde
Full time
16-SEP-24
4 Years
Have an impact on the development of new or improved medicines and the treatment of disease.Why Biomedical Science at Strathclyde? Ranked 3rd in the UK for Biological Sciences (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022).Our courses are underpinned by our strong research base, links with industry, the NHS and international partners.Accreditation by the Royal Society of Biology.Opportunity to study and take part in lab-based research abroad.Choose at the end of Year 2 to progress to joint Honours or an Integrated Masters degree in any of the biomolecular sciences.Our MSci programmes are appropriate if you are interested in an academic or research-related career.Your CareerGraduates have found jobs in the development of drugs, food processing, protecting the environment, fighting disease or slowing the ageing process. Recent graduates are working in a variety of positions including research in academia, NHS/private sector laboratory technician, clinical support worker, and in areas such as medical writing, clinical drug trials, medical sales, and production control. The transferable skills you gain will prepare you for a career not only in science but also in areas such as finance, management, marketing, sales, business and media. IBMS accreditation of the BSc Honours in Biomedical Science ensures that this degree meets the academic requirements for registration as a biomedical scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council which is essential if you wish to pursue a career in an NHS laboratory.
Exam type
A levelA level:
BBB Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
AABB - AAAC Grades / Points required
Scottish Advanced Higher:
BB Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
30 Grades / Points required
Scottish HNC:
Pass Grades / Points required
Scottish HND:
Pass Grades / Points required
Year 1 entry: BBB (two sciences required, at least one of which must be Biology or Chemistry; GCSE Chemistry 6/B (if not at A Level); GCSE Maths 6/B, GCSE English Language 6/B or Literature 6/B)Year 2 entry: BBB (Chemistry and Biology, GCSE Maths 6/B, and GCSE English Language 6/B or English Literature 6/B)
Chemistry B, Biology/Human Biology, B, Maths and English National 5 B.
Year 2 entry: Chemistry B, Biology B, plus year one entry requirements.
Two science subjects (Chemistry/Biology/Physics) HL5; English SL5; Maths SL5.
Graded Unit B.
Year 2 entry: Graded Units BBYear 3 entry: Graded Units AB
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£1,820 per year
Students from Scotland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. 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 Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. 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 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
This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.
£25,250 per year
Students from EU
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£25,250 per year
Students from International
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