Medical Sciences - BSc (Hons) at University of South Wales

Programme overview

The BSc (Hons) Medical Sciences is a foundation for graduate-entry medicine, combining biomedical theory, health policy and clinical skills through case-based learning and placements. It is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology and based at Pontypridd; Cardiff University reserves 10 places a year on its Graduate Entry Medicine course for graduates.

Duration: 3 years full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Pontypridd, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one: Skills and Professional Development 1, Diversity of Cellular Life, Genetics and Evolution, Human Anatomy and Physiology, Human Growth and Development, Clinical and Professional Practice 1. Year two covers cellular pathology, microorganisms and disease, human molecular genetics, pharmacology and Clinical and Professional Practice 2. Year three includes a Research Project, Global Health Challenges, Regenerative Medicine and Bench to Bedside.

Career pathways

Graduate Entry Medicine; Physician Associate; Graduate Entry Dentistry; NHS Scientist Training Programme; further study at MSc and PhD level.

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Application information

Entry requirements

118 UCAS points or above. A-level: BBB or ABC to include Biology, excluding General Studies. Welsh Baccalaureate: grade B plus BB at A-level including Biology. BTEC Extended Diploma DDM in a relevant subject including Biology modules. Access to HE: Science Diploma with 45 level 3 credits (24 Distinctions, 18 from Science; 18 Merits; 3 Passes). T Level: Pass (C or above). Offers are subject to interview. Five GCSEs including Mathematics/Numeracy and English at grade C/4 or above. Enhanced DBS check with DBS Update Service. For progression to Cardiff University School of Medicine a second science A-level (Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology) is also required; Cardiff does not accept BTEC and accepts only the Agored Cymru Access to HE Diploma (Medicine).

International applicants: GBP 17,600 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

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