BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science at University of Essex

Programme overview

Three-year degree providing the practical skills and knowledge for labs and hospitals across the NHS and private sector, covering the human immune system, pathogenic and non-pathogenic bacteria, haematology and blood transfusion, cell pathology and mechanisms of neurological diseases.

Faculty: School of Life Sciences | Department: School of Life Sciences | Duration: 3 years (4 with optional placement or study abroad year) | Intake: October 2027 | Study mode: full-time; year abroad option, placement year option | Location: Colchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

First-year modules include Quantitative Methods for Life Sciences, Molecular Cell Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry of Macromolecules, Genetics and Evolution, Anatomy and Physiology, General and Organic Chemistry and Biomedical Science: Practice and Employability. Students take part in Science Week at Public Health England in Colindale in year one and can visit hospitals in year two.

Career pathways

Graduates are on the path to a career 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. 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: 3 years (4 with optional placement or study abroad year)

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