BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science (NHS placement) at University of Essex

Programme overview

Four-year degree with a year on placement in the NHS, building practical skills and laboratory experience for work in labs and hospitals across the NHS and private sector. Topics include the human immune system, bacteria, haematology and blood transfusion, cell pathology and neurological diseases.

What you will study

Years one and two follow the biomedical science modules (Quantitative Methods for Life Sciences, Molecular Cell Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry of Macromolecules, Anatomy and Physiology and others). Year three is spent on NHS placement, where you can also complete your final-year research project supervised by NHS professionals.

Career pathways

Graduates are on a fast-tracked path to a career in the NHS as a biomedical scientist or medical researcher.

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Application information

Entry requirements

GCSE Mathematics C/4 plus 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A-levels including C in Chemistry or Biology or an equivalent science subject (Maths, Psychology, Statistics, Physics, Applied Science or Human Biology); IB: 29 points in the IB Diploma, or 112 UCAS tariff points including at least 2 Higher Level subjects with 4 in Higher Level Chemistry or Biology. T-levels in Science are considered case by case; T-levels in Health or Healthcare Science are not accepted. Contextual offer: GCSE Mathematics C/4 plus 96 UCAS tariff points including C in Chemistry or Biology or equivalent. A satisfactory basic DBS check is required before any placement and is organised by the University. International applicants: IELTS 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or an equivalent accepted test; a pre-sessional English pathway is available.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year Source

International applicants: GBP 25,600 a year Source

Intake: October 2027

Duration: 4 years (including a year on NHS placement)

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