BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science at Kingston University

Programme overview

Kickstart your medical or research career with the Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) degree course from Kingston University, accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS). If you also complete the IBMS Training Portfolio, you can apply to register as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).

Duration: 3 years full time / 4 years full time including professional placement | Study mode: full-time (optional professional placement year) | Intake: 2027 | Location: Kingston upon Thames, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 offers a firm foundation in the biological and chemical principles upon which biomedical science is based, including various laboratory techniques. You will be introduced to molecular and cell biology, physiology, anatomy and biochemistry. Year 1 - core modules: Biochemistry for Biomedical Science, Genes, Cells, and Tissues, Human Physiology and Anatomy, Scientific and Laboratory Skills. Year 2 - core modules: Infection and Immunity, Medical Genetics, Medical Physiology, Research Methods and Skills, Pathobiology. Year 3 - core modules: Clinical Applications of Biomedical Sciences, Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology and Transfusion Science, Clinical Immunology and Medical Microbiology, Project (Bioscience), Future Skills Apply.

Career pathways

This degree provides excellent preparation for careers in science, health and education. Many of our students also go on to further studies at postgraduate level.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Entry 2027: BSc (Hons): 112-128 UCAS tariff points: At least two A-levels, including Biology or Biological Science at grade C or above, or equivalent Level 3 qualifications. Alternatively, a BTEC Extended Diploma in an appropriate science subject with grades Distinction, Merit, Merit to Distinction, Distinction, Merit (DMM - DDM). GCSE Mathematics at grade C/4 or above, or a recognised equivalent, is also required. No additional conditions of entry other than the required UCAS tariff points apply to this course. English language: Academic IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no element below 5.5. UCAS codes: B930, B931.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Home (UK) full-time annual tuition fee for entry in 2027/28 Source

International applicants: GBP 20,500 a year (2027/28). International Year 1 fee for entry in 2027/28; later years: Year 2 (2028/29): £21,300, Year 3 (2029/30): £22,100, Year 4 (2030/31): £22,900 Source

Intake: 2027

Duration: 3 years full time / 4 years full time including professional placement

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/explore/courses/1e3fad24-d7f5-807c-239f-b5a7e371ab14/course?studyYear=2027

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