Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
University of Worcester
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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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**Gain the scientific knowledge and laboratory skills needed to investigate, diagnose, monitor and treat different types of disease.**As a biomedical scientist, your skills and qualifications will be recognised across the UK and worldwide. Qualified graduates are highly sought after in pathology centres, forensic science laboratories, research institutions and in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.Biomedical science combines the natural sciences with medicine, looking at the ...Read more


Gain the scientific knowledge and laboratory skills needed to investigate, diagnose, monitor and treat different types of disease.

As a biomedical scientist, your skills and qualifications will be recognised across the UK and worldwide. Qualified graduates are highly sought after in pathology centres, forensic science laboratories, research institutions and in the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.Biomedical science combines the natural sciences with medicine, looking at the biology of the human body and investigating the causes and effects of disease. Biomedical scientists are at the heart of healthcare, driving modern medicine through analysis of patient samples to diagnose disease, assess the effectiveness of treatment, monitor organ function, and provide scientific information to help doctors make informed clinical decisions.-


Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)

the leading professional body for biomedical scientists and students - advancing knowledge and setting standards in biomedical science.-


Benefit from a course with small class sizes and outstanding facilities,

taught by staff with experience in both academic research and professional NHS laboratories.-


Gain professional skills

through practical, lab-based investigations, lectures and collaborative seminars. You will have opportunities to apply for work placements and shadowing through our local employer links.- In your final year, you can choose between two optional modules depending on your field of interest.-


You’ll graduate with the knowledge necessary to become an HCPC-registered biomedical scientist

in the NHS or to pursue an academic research career.- Final year biomedical science students at Worcester are


guaranteed an interview for our graduate entry Medicine MBChB,

provided they are predicted a 2:1 or better and are able to meet all other course entry requirements, which include passing either the UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test) or the GAMSAT (Graduate Medical Schools Admission Test) to a requisite level.


Why the University of Worcester?

The University of Worcester is a campus university, meaning everything you need is on site. We’re based in a vibrant cathedral city just 40 mins south of Birmingham and an hour north of Bristol, and our beautiful green campuses have plenty of parking and quality on-site accommodation.At Worcester small class sizes, supportive tutors and professionally focussed courses mean you’ll be prepared for your dream career. These are just some of the reasons why we’re first in the UK for both graduate employment and quality education.-


First in the UK for sustained employment

and/or further study (excluding specialist institutions), 5 years after graduation – Longitudinal Education Outcomes data 2024.-


First in the UK for quality education

– Times Higher Education University Impact Rankings 2024.-


Ofsted Outstanding

in 2023 the University’s primary and secondary teacher training programmes were rated ‘Outstanding’.Join us at one of our regular Open Days to see if the University is a good fit for you: www.worcester.ac.uk/opendays

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WUSCA ranking:
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52/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
61st
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
88th
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The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 87 = 13% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
13%
What students say
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Vaishnavi
28 Feb 25

Located in a nice area, lecturers are engaging and help out where they can. Lots of student opportunities available..Read more

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Millie
18 Feb 25

Nice environment, smaller uni allows me to feel more supported..Read more

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96 - 104 Grades / Points required

Must include A Level Biology, Human Biology or Chemistry, or equivalent.

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Psychology
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Biology
30%
Sociology
18%
Physical Education
13%
Health & Social Care
11%
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28 Feb 25
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18 Feb 25
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Nice environment, smaller uni allows me to feel more supported...
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University of Worcester
University of Worcester , Worcester

Established in 1946, the University of Worcester is a forward-thinking and inclusive institution that champions the transformative power...

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University of Worcester
Henwick Grove Worcester Worcestershire WR2 6AJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Worcester Shrub Hill  0.9 miles away

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