Initial Year for Extended Degree Science- BIOMEDICAL AND HEALTHCARE SCIENCE BSc (Hons)
University of Hertfordshire
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Hertford Regional College

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North Hertfordshire College

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Oaklands College

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West Herts College

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North Hertfordshire College

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The Initial Year of the Extended Degree Science - Biomedical and Healthcare Science, provides a good grounding in fundamental science including biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics along with specialised modules in healthcare, mammalian physiology, genetics and psychology. It is designed to allow students some flexibility to tailor their module choices to their interests and abilities, and relevance to their preferred degree programme. Students will progress to level 4 in a BSc (Hons) ...Read more

The Initial Year of the Extended Degree Science - Biomedical and Healthcare Science, provides a good grounding in fundamental science including biology, chemistry, physics, and mathematics along with specialised modules in healthcare, mammalian physiology, genetics and psychology. It is designed to allow students some flexibility to tailor their module choices to their interests and abilities, and relevance to their preferred degree programme. Students will progress to level 4 in a BSc (Hons) degree in one of nineteen programmes covering a broad range of biomedical sciences and healthcare professions.

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WUSCA ranking:
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46/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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60th
CUG Ranking
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84th
What students say
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Farhana Yesmin
21 Sep 24

My best experience would be the environment, everyone is super friendly and supportive. The university area has a nice and calming vibe and nature friendly. I love greenery. The..Read more

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Aleena
08 Feb 24

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UCAS Tariff:

48 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

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

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48 UCAS points

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£6,165 per year

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£6,165 per year

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Students from Scotland

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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.

£6,165 per year

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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.

£6,165 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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21 Sep 24
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My best experience would be the environment, everyone is super friendly and supportive. The university area has a nice and calming vibe and nature friendly. I love greenery. The...
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08 Feb 24
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University of Hertfordshire
University of Hertfordshire , Hatfield

The University of Hertfordshire (Herts) is nestled in the heart of the home counties, just 25 minutes north of London, with...

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