Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
University of the West of Scotland
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Lanarkshire Campus

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Start date

SEP-25

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Duration

4 Years

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

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Lanarkshire Campus

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SEP-25

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4 Years

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OverviewUWS’s BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science and BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science programmes will equip you with the skills and experience needed to play a vital role in modern healthcare provision. These programmes have been developed to provide a pathway to help you become a professional biomedical scientist. Biomedical scientists play an essential role in the identification of diseases and improving the provision of healthcare.You’ll receive a grounding in biology, chemistry and data ...Read more

OverviewUWS’s BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science and BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science programmes will equip you with the skills and experience needed to play a vital role in modern healthcare provision. These programmes have been developed to provide a pathway to help you become a professional biomedical scientist. Biomedical scientists play an essential role in the identification of diseases and improving the provision of healthcare.You’ll receive a grounding in biology, chemistry and data analysis, before progressing to study advanced aspects of biomedical science. Key strengths of the programmes are the development of practical laboratory and research skills.Programme highlights
• These programmes are designed to prepare you for a career working at the forefront of modern healthcare, where you’ll play a vital role in the effective diagnosis, monitoring, treatment and prevention of disease.
• These programmes have been developed in partnership with the National Health Service, with both programmes being accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), and the Applied Biomedical Science programme also approved by the HCPC. Teaching includes expert tuition from NHS staff.
• A range of placement opportunities are available allowing you to apply your knowledge in a real-world laboratory setting.CareersUWS graduates are well qualified to enter a range of related medical professions including:
• NHS hospital laboratories
• Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service laboratories
• Health Protection Agency laboratories
• Research & development laboratories for the medical, pharmaceutical, veterinary and food sectors
• Primary and secondary teaching
• NursingGraduates can continue their studies to MSc and PhD level with some undertaking further study in related disciplines including pharmacy, medicine and dentistry.

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CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
74th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
128th
Others in Subjects Allied To Medicine
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 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Others in Subjects Allied To Medicine graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Others in Subjects Allied To Medicine graduate salary
£22,000
What students say
SR
Student Reviewer
23 Dec 19

My university experience so far is very good. Coming from another university in France, I really appreciate it here. Like the cafeteria and the gym. Lectures are really..Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
24 Feb 15

My whole course is..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BCC Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

BBBB Grades / Points required

Scottish Advanced Higher:

BBC Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

108 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

24 Grades / Points required

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

H2,H2,H2,H3 Grades / Points required

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

MMM Grades / Points required

Scottish HNC:

Pass Grades / Points required

Scottish HND:

Pass Grades / Points required

T Level:

M Grades / Points required

Including Biology or Human Biology.Year 2 entry with A Levels in BBC including Biology.

Including Biology or Human Biology

Year 2 entry: Advanced Highers in Biology plus Chemistry at least at National 5 Grade C

Including Biology or Human Biology

including 3 subjects at H4 (one of which should be Biology or Human Biology) For year 2 entry, 30 points including Biology/Human Biology and Chemistry at Higher Level

Including Biology or Human Biology

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

Year 2: Applied Science; Biomedical Science/Applied Biomedical Science; Industrial Biotechnology.

Year 3: Biomedical Science; Biological Science; Applied Biological Science.

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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

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.

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

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

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.

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

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

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.

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

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

£15,500 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£15,500 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£15500 Per year

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SR
Student Reviewer
23 Dec 19
Advanced Biomedical Science MSc
My university experience so far is very good. Coming from another university in France, I really appreciate it here. Like the cafeteria and the gym. Lectures are really...
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24 Feb 15
My whole course is...
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University of the West of Scotland
UWS Eco Campus, Stephenson Place Hamilton International Technology Park Hamilton G72 0LH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Blantyre  0.9 miles away
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