BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science

Study in our state-of-the-art Rosalind Franklin Building on a course accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), which means that all our graduates meet the academic requirements for entry into the biomedical science profession.

We pride ourselves on our dedicated biomedical science staff, many of whom are fellows of the IBMS. Our practical classes are supported by biomedical scientists from local NHS trusts, meaning that we prioritise the application of techniques to practice.

Our BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science course is committed to quality teaching, underpinned by research. In the last Research Excellence Framework (REF), the University of Wolverhampton was ranked at its highest ever level, with more than half of our research being judged as being either internationally excellent or world-leading.

All biomedical science students get the chance to benefit from current advances in technology. Get hands-on experience with world-leading technology as part of your learning experience, giving you the facilities to meet your full potential during studies.

This course will enable students to develop their knowledge of the aetiology of disease with its presentation, diagnosis, and treatment through the study of underpinning scientific subjects and through the study of biomedical science specialist subjects.

Studying this course, you will develop scientific, intellectual, and practical skills to provide you with the abilities to plan and carry out laboratory investigations in biomedical science and to evaluate evidence underpinning practice. You will also foster the development of the qualities needed for employment in situations requiring the exercise of professionalism, personal responsibility, and decision-making.

The University is committed to a transparent fee structure, with no hidden costs, to help you make an informed decision. This includes information on what is included in the fee and how fees are calculated and reviewed

^# Undergraduate part-time fees for 50% rate of study

GCSE English Language at grade C/4 or above. Equivalents accepted for English GCSE requirements only  

If you do not hold a GCSE grade C/4+ in Mathematics you will be strongly advised to complete your Mathematics GCSE alongside your studies at the University.

Students wishing to take a hospital laboratory placement as part of the Applied Biomedical Science route must have GCSE Maths at C/4 or above or, Level 2 Essential / Key Skill in Application of Number or an equivalent mathematics qualification.

PLUS EITHER

• 96 UCAS points
• A Levels - grades CCC / BCD to include Biology
• BTEC L3 Extended Diploma or OCR Cambridge L3 Technical Extended Diploma - grades MMM in Applied Science
• Access to HE Diploma: 45 Level 3 credits at Merit, 36 of these must be in Science

Use the UCAS Tariff calculator to check your qualifications and points

Students must usually have studied for a minimum of two years post GCSE level. However, we will consider applications from mature students who do not have two years of post-16 study, where they have relevant work experience. Please see http://wlv.ac.uk/mature for further information.

If you've got other qualifications or relevant experience, please contact The Gateway for further advice before applying.

International students need to have IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each area to meet the GCSE English requirement, equivalencies are not accepted

International entry requirements and application guidance can be found at http://www.wlv.ac.uk/international/apply

English language requirements also apply

Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)

Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).

Tuition Fees Loan (Home Fee Status):

Most students will be able to apply for a loans to pay for these subject to eligibility. To find out more information please refer to the government Student Finance website.

Changes for EU students:

EU citizens living in the UK with 'settled' status, and Irish nationals living in the UK or Ireland, will still be classified as Home students, providing they meet the usual residency requirements, for more information about EU Settlement Scheme (EUSS) click here.

Self-funding:

If you don’t want to take out a loan to pay your fees or if you aren’t eligible to receive a loan, you might want to take advantage of the University’s scheme to pay by instalments: See How to pay.

Your employer, embassy or organisation can pay for your Tuition fees:

If your employer, embassy or organisation agrees to pay all or part of your tuition fees; the University will refer to them as your sponsor and will invoice them for the appropriate amount.

We must receive notification of sponsorship in writing as soon as possible, and before enrolment, confirming that the sponsor will pay your tuition fees.

Financial Hardship:

Students can apply to the Dennis Turner Opportunity Fund.

Bursaries and Scholarships:

In addition the University also offers a range of Bursaries and Scholarships packages

You can find more information on the University’s Funding, cost, fee and support pages.

Telephone

01902 32 22 22

Email

enquiries@wlv.ac.uk

Online

Order a prospectus