BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science/Biomedical Science
Glasgow Caledonian University
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Biomedical scientists carry out laboratory tests on specimens sent for analysis by GPs and other healthcare professionals.Biomedical Science is vital for the clinical diagnosis of disease and accurate treatment of patients and the operation of the NHS and other health-related industries.We offer the only Biomedical Science course with placement in Glasgow that is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).The ...Read more

Biomedical scientists carry out laboratory tests on specimens sent for analysis by GPs and other healthcare professionals.
Biomedical Science is vital for the clinical diagnosis of disease and accurate treatment of patients and the operation of the NHS and other health-related industries.
We offer the only Biomedical Science course with placement in Glasgow that is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).The Biomedical Science course is also accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.
You will gain the knowledge and skills needed to become a biomedical scientist, including cellular pathology, clinical biochemistry, haematology, and clinical microbiology. A key strength of the course is a work-based placement in a Scottish hospital by selection.

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WUSCA ranking:
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78/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
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30th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
75th
What students say
E
Eve
20 Nov 23

The WiFi on campus is not great, making it very difficult to get work done while on campus. Timetabling could also be improved to avoid multiple hour long breaks in-between..Read more

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Shuaib
20 Nov 23

GCU is a great place to study because it is in the heart of Glasgow and a 2 minute walk away from the bus station. All the lecturers are really nice and can provide you with..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BCC Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

BBBC Grades / Points required

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

H2,H3,H3,H3 Grades / Points required

Scottish HNC:

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

Scottish HND:

Pass Grades / Points required

to include two science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Health and Food Technology, Physics, Maths, Psychology and Life & Health Science

to include two science subjects e.g. Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Health and Food Technology, Physics, Maths, Application of Math, Psychology or Environmental Science

to include two sciences e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths

Level 1: HNC in relevant science subject (e.g. Applied Sciences) with graded unit C Year 2: HNC 15 credits in relevant subject - graded unit B to include DNA and Genetics, and Human Body Structure and Function

Year 3: HND in relevant subject - graded units BB to include DNA and Genetics, Human Body Structure and Function, and Human Metabolism

Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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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

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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

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 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

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 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.

£15,200 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

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.

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.

£15,200 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.

£15200 Per year

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Latest reviews

Latest Biomedical Sciences reviews

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E
Eve
20 Nov 23
BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science/Biomedical Science
The WiFi on campus is not great, making it very difficult to get work done while on campus. Timetabling could also be improved to avoid multiple hour long breaks in-between...
Read more
S
Shuaib
20 Nov 23
BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science/Biomedical Science
GCU is a great place to study because it is in the heart of Glasgow and a 2 minute walk away from the bus station. All the lecturers are really nice and can provide you with...
Read more
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Cowcaddens Road Glasgow Glasgow, City Of G4 0BA United Kingdom
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