BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science at Bournemouth University

Programme overview

Explore how the body works, why disease happens and how healthcare is advancing, building practical skills for careers in research, diagnostics and pharmaceuticals.

Department: Medical Sciences | Duration: 3 years full-time, or 4 years full-time with one placement year; foundation year students complete an additional year at the start | Study mode: full-time (optional placement year) | Intake: September 2027, September 2028 | Location: Poole, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Units include Exploring and Understanding Science, developing the skills to conduct independent research in the biomedical sciences.

Career pathways

Graduates develop professional and transferable skills for a range of careers, including work behind the scenes in medical settings.

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Application information

Entry requirements

For September 2027 and 2028 entry: 112–128 UCAS tariff points (A-level grades BBC–ABB) including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent; BTEC Extended Diploma (DMM–DDM) and T Levels (Merit) accepted. Foundation year: 48-72 UCAS tariff points including 1 A-level or equivalent. IB Diploma: 28 to 31 points. GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade 4 (or C). English: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with minimum 5.5 in each component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee per year for September 2027 start; UK fee covers UK, Republic of Ireland and Channel Islands students Source

International applicants: GBP 18,685 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee per year for September 2027 start; UK fee covers UK, Republic of Ireland and Channel Islands students Source

Intake: September 2027, September 2028

Duration: 3 years full-time, or 4 years full-time with one placement year; foundation year students complete a

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/explore/unis/22e93c90/bournemouth-university/courses?studyYear=2027

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