Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences Foundation Degree
University Centre Leeds, Leeds City College
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If you’re seeking a career in science, this course is for you. Featuring both biotechnical and pharmaceutical sciences this course allows you to explore multiple disciplines of science. Study specialities such as pharmacology, microbiology, immunology, genetics, biomaterials, and medicinal and organic chemistry, then find your future focus.Are you ready to discover the next steps of your career? Work with microbes, synthesise molecules, and discover something new, as you learn and study in our ...Read more

If you’re seeking a career in science, this course is for you. Featuring both biotechnical and pharmaceutical sciences this course allows you to explore multiple disciplines of science. Study specialities such as pharmacology, microbiology, immunology, genetics, biomaterials, and medicinal and organic chemistry, then find your future focus.Are you ready to discover the next steps of your career? Work with microbes, synthesise molecules, and discover something new, as you learn and study in our cutting-edge laboratories. Our programme combines chemical and biological sciences allowing you to experience a range of scientific specialities. You will develop laboratory skills, learn to design and perform practical work, and analyse data. This programme will strengthen your academic and transferable skills prized by employers. Specialist modules will offer opportunities to break into the science sector or pursue a career that values logic and analysis. We place a strong emphasis on practical skills as well as theoretical knowledge supported by experience in our cutting-edge laboratories. This practical experience gives you the chance to apply your knowledge in a real-world environment.

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SR
Student Reviewer
24 Feb 20

Thanks to university centre leeds i have a 1st class honors degree and have been able to study further on a MSc. The degree programme is well recognised by other institutions and..Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
22 Jan 20

it was alot better than i was expecting, i enjoy the course and i made alot of friends this year. im doing amazing in the exams, alot better than i did at A- levels due to the..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

DC Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

56 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

M:30 Grades / Points required

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

MM Grades / Points required

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

MMP Grades / Points required

T Level:

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

D and C with the C in a relevant Science subject.

Typical offer: 56 UCAS tariff points from two A-levels (or equivalent qualifications), 32 points of which must be from one A level or an equivalent in a relevant science subject.

Overall pass with 60 credits, with 30 credits to be at a Merit grade in a relevant subject.

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England

£8,745 per year

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Students from England

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£8,745 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 Scotland

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

£8,745 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

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

£8,745 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

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24 Feb 20
Thanks to university centre leeds i have a 1st class honors degree and have been able to study further on a MSc. The degree programme is well recognised by other institutions and...
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SR
Student Reviewer
22 Jan 20
Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences Foundation Degree
it was alot better than i was expecting, i enjoy the course and i made alot of friends this year. im doing amazing in the exams, alot better than i did at A- levels due to the...
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