Course Summary

Biomedical Science is vital for the clinical diagnosis of disease and accurate treatment of patients and the operation of the NHS and other health-related industries. We combine a hospital-based placement with academic study, so you'll gain the knowledge and practical skills needed in cellular pathology,clinical biochemistry, haematology and clinical microbiology. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the course includes a work-based placement in Scottish NHS hospitals. The majority of our graduates find employment in NHS clinical laboratories. Some secure posts in industry, working as part of a research team in pharmaceutical development, biological product research and manufacture or conducting research in government, health service and university laboratories.

Course Details - Modules

Modules are not listed for this Course.

Course Details – Assessment Method

Our graduates leave university with a balanced knowledge and understanding of all branches of biomedical science after completing a course designed to allow them to become enquiring, independent learners while exhibiting high levels of professionalism. Half of our assessment methods are practically based, providing hands-on laboratory skills and experience of data handling and presentation. This approach helps to make the programme distinctive and attractive to employers and will also equip graduates with the necessary skills and competencies to allow them to compete in the global marketplace

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Biomedical Science, Institute of

How to Apply

26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application Codes

Course code: B940

Institution code: G42

Campus Name: Main Site

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

to include Chemistry A level and GCSE Maths English at B/6 and Double Science at BB

Year 1 entry: HNC in related subject ;at least 12 credits (B in Graded unit) Year 2 entry: HNC in related subject 15/16 credits (A in Graded unit must include genetics unit; HND (min BB in graded unit).

Year 3 entry: HND in related subject (AB in graded units). (If B in GU in Year 1,need A in GU in Year 2)

Two science subjects (such as Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Health and Food Technology, Physics, Maths, Psychology) and one essay-based subject such as English, History or Modern Studies plus Maths/English/Biology or Human Biology at Int. 2/Nat 5 B

5 in Chemistry at Higher and Biology at least at Standard

in relevant subject including Chemistry and Biology plus GCSE English and Maths at B and Double Science at BB

to include Chemistry plus one other science plus essay-based subject (English, History or Modern Studies)

in Biology, Maths and English along with the necessary Higher level subjects and grades

SWAP Access to Science with BBB overall Academic IELTS 7.0 with no individual element below 6.5 or equivalent A in Higher ESOL is acceptable

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

to include two science subjects (from Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Health and Food Technology, Physics, Maths or Psychology) and one essay-based subject such as English, History or Modern Studies. PLUS National 5 Biology/Human Biology, English and Maths at B.

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English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic) 7.0 IELTS of overall 7.0 with a minimum of 6.5 in each element

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 77%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 65%

Go onto work and study: 85%

Fees and funding

England 9250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Wales 9250.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 9250.0 Year 1
Republic of Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Scotland 1820.0 Year 1
EU 12250.0 Year 1
International 12250.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

2022/23 fees are yet to be confirmed. The stated fee is the 2021/22 fee and can be used as a guide. For further information please visit our website www.gcu.ac.uk/study/tuitionfees

Provider information

City Campus
Cowcaddens Road
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Glasgow
G4 0BA

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