About the course

Study Biomedical Science with access to our state-of-the art laboratories with teaching delivered by world-leading experts. Follow your interests by specialising in a scientific area of your choice as you become part of our global community. BSc Biomedical Science explores the science of the human body and the causes of diseases that affect mankind. Based in the Birmingham Medical School, this broad course explores the major body systems right down to the cellular and molecular level. Working in our state-of-the-art laboratories, you will find out how research translates into advances in clinical practice. You’ll explore emerging fields such as stem cell therapies and also learn more about major disorders like cancer and arthritis. Personalise your Biomedical Science degree in an area of interest to you as you study. Select from optional graduation routes with minor designations of Biomedical Science with Biomedical Entrepreneurship or Biomaterials or even to include a Year in Computer Science or Civic Leadership. Study as part of the global science community with opportunities to undertake an optional placement year working in industry and access financial support to take on summer projects in the College’s own active research laboratories or be involved in an international exchange with other universities in France and China. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Birmingham
Autumn (September), 2025	Birmingham
Autumn (September), 2026	Birmingham

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Birmingham

BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma and Subsidiary Diploma not accepted. International Baccalaureate Diploma: Overall score of 32 points, with minimum grades of 6, 6, 5 in higher level subjects, to include at least two sciences (from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics – Maths Studies is excluded). TOEFL - 88 overall with no less than 21 in Reading, 20 in Listening, 22 in Speaking and 21 in Writing , IELTS - 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any band

　　Number of A levels required:

　　3

　　Typical offer:

　　AAB or ABB + A in Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). Our Unconditional Offer Scheme is available to outstanding applicants.

　　Required subjects and grades:

　　Two science A levels from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Physics, GCSE grade B/6 in Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry (or double award science) if not offered at a higher level.

　　General Studies:

　　not accepted as part of the minimum 3 A Level subjects.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 88.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Birmingham. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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