Medical Sciences BSc (Hons)
University of South Wales
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Start date

22-SEP-25

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3 Years

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

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The Medical Sciences course is designed primarily for students who want to become medical doctors. It is part of the graduate entry feeder scheme to medicine at Cardiff University (A101) and our graduates are also able to progress to postgraduate medicine at other universities. The teaching of all subject areas, which range from anatomy and physiology to clinical skills and health policy, is reinforced by applying theoretical knowledge to clinical scenarios. Throughout the programme, you will ...Read more

The Medical Sciences course is designed primarily for students who want to become medical doctors. It is part of the graduate entry feeder scheme to medicine at Cardiff University (A101) and our graduates are also able to progress to postgraduate medicine at other universities. The teaching of all subject areas, which range from anatomy and physiology to clinical skills and health policy, is reinforced by applying theoretical knowledge to clinical scenarios. Throughout the programme, you will gain valuable, hands-on clinical training and research experience.Every year, there are ten places available on the A101 programme for suitably qualified graduates of this course. For details, please refer to the published admissions policy for A101 at Cardiff University.As well as being a strong scientific qualification, a key feature of the Medical Sciences degree is the application of scientific knowledge to clinical scenarios using clinical simulation. You will gain experience from intensive work placements in local NHS facilities. These provide first-hand experience of medicine and healthcare in a range of departments and disciplines.From studying topics as diverse as tropical medicine, clinical practice or biological anthropology, to potentially being selected to take part in human dissection, you will gain robust scientific knowledge and skills during this course. When you graduate, you'll be able to decide which area of healthcare is suitable for you and be in a very strong position for an application to postgraduate medicine. Many of our graduates progress to medicine and most now work in the healthcare sector.The Medical Sciences degree is based on our Glyntaff campus. Glyntaff is surrounded by green open spaces. Our students say they love the relaxed atmosphere and beautiful views.

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
56/101
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
95th
Biology (Non-Specific)
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 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Biology (Non-Specific) graduate salary at this uni
£17,000
UK Biology (Non-Specific) graduate salary
£18,000
What students say
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Midhila
12 Feb 24

Being a first year student, the experience has been amazing so far. All the lecturers and other staff are very kind and helpful which makes it easier for everyone to adjust to the..Read more

J
Jade
05 Nov 23

The location of the 4 campuses is unique and can be suitable for various people's wants. The support at the university is amazing. Some examples are great nurses, a well-being..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BBB Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

120 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

D:24,M:18,P:3 Grades / Points required

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

DDM Grades / Points required

T Level:

M Grades / Points required

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):

A* - B Grades / Points required

Biology is required. General Studies is excluded. We take all aspects of an application into consideration. Combinations with other listed qualifications are acceptable and others not listed may also be acceptable – please contact enquiries@southwales.ac.uk.Please note that A Level Chemistry is also required if you are considering applying to Cardiff Medical School after studying at USW

Biology is required. General Studies is excluded.

An Access to Science or Mathematics is required with 18 distinctions to come from Biology modules. We take all aspects of an application into consideration. Combinations of credits amounting to the same tariff points are acceptable – if you have any questions please contact enquiries@southwales.ac.uk.

A relevant subject is required which includes Biology modules.

Passing the T Level with Merit (C or above in the Core), providing Biology subject content meets A Level criteria.Chemistry is required if applicant intends to apply to Cardiff Medical School after USW and current T Levels do not cover sufficient Chemistry.

We accept the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Diploma in lieu of a third subject. Biology is required. General Studies is excluded.

Popular A-level subjects

Biology (Non-Specific)

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Biology
74%
Chemistry
39%
Geography
30%
Mathematics
30%
History
11%
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England

£9,000 per year

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£9,000 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,000 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,000 per year

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£9,000 per year

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£12,600 per year

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Latest reviews

Latest Medical Sciences reviews

Medical Sciences
Medical Sciences
M
Midhila
12 Feb 24
Medical Sciences BSc (Hons)
Being a first year student, the experience has been amazing so far. All the lecturers and other staff are very kind and helpful which makes it easier for everyone to adjust to the...
Read more
J
Jade
05 Nov 23
Medical Sciences BSc (Hons)
The location of the 4 campuses is unique and can be suitable for various people's wants. The support at the university is amazing. Some examples are great nurses, a well-being...
Read more
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University of South Wales
University of South Wales , Pontypridd

With more than 23,000 students and 2,700 staff, the University of South Wales (USW) is one of the largest universities in Wales, and...

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University of South Wales
University of South Wales Pontypridd Rhondda, Cynon, Taff CF37 1DL United Kingdom
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