Course Summary

The primary goal of Biomedical Science is to enhance understanding of human body function in health and disease. In the first two years of your degree, you will gain a broad knowledge of subjects related to medical science and in scientific research methods. In addition, you will enhance your critical analysis abilities while developing your interpersonal skills through team-working and oral/written communications. Advanced knowledge of molecular biology will be acquired in the third and fourth years of the programme. Molecular biology has revolutionised the progress of biology over the last half century, culminating in the determination of the complete human genome sequence, and is central to current investigations to understand the genetic basis of human disease and pathology, as well as to the development of improved crops.

Course Details - Modules

View all modules on the programme page to find out more about what you will be studying and when. University of Aberdeen modules are designed to give you breadth and depth to your degree. The range of modules you study will allow you to become proficient in all subjects which are directly relevant to your degree giving you greater career options.

Course Details – Assessment Method

Students are assessed by any combination of three assessment methods: coursework such as essays and reports completed throughout the course; practical assessments of the skills and competencies they learn on the course; and written examinations at the end of each course. The exact mix of these methods differs between subject areas, years of study and individual courses. Honours projects are typically assessed on the basis of a written dissertation.

Course Details – Professional Bodies

Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.

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: B9C7

Institution code: A20

Campus Name: Main Site

Campus code:

Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

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

A minimum of 3 A Levels at ABB to include AB from Chemistry and another science of Mathematics subject. For Second Year entry, a minimum of 3 A Levels at AAB to include Chemistry, Biology and Phyiscs with AB from Chemistry and Biology. Also required: GCSE at C or above in English or English Language, Mathematics and in either Chemistry, or Physics.

A minimum of 4 Highers at AAAB (C or B at Advanced Higher may substitute for B or A at Higher respectively) obtained at a single sitting or a minimum of 5 Highers at AAAAB obtained over two sittings. AB is required from Chemistry and another science or Mathematics subject. For entry into Second Year, a minimum of 3 AH at AAB, including 2 AH at AB from Chemistry and Biology. Standard Grades 1, 2 or 3 or Int 2, or National 5 at grades A, B or C in English, Mathematics and in either Chemistry or Physics.

For Second Year entry, a minimum of 3 AH at AAB, including 2 AH at AB from Chemistry and Biology. Standard Grades 1, 2 or 3 or Int 2, or National 5 at grades A, B or C in English, Mathematics and in either Chemistry or Physics.

A minimum of 34 points with 6 points at HL required from Chemistry and another science or Mathematics subject. For Second Year entry, a minimum of 36 points with 6 points minimum at HL required from Chemistry and Biology. A minimum of SL or HL in English and Maths required.

A minimum of 5H with 4@ H2 AND 1@ H3, with H2 and H3 from Chemistry and another science or mathematics subject, OR AAABB including AB from Chemistry and another science or maths subject. The grading within band B must be at B2 or above. O in English, Mathematics and in either Chemistry or Physics at a minimum.

A minimum of DDD with the main subjects being Science or Maths. Also required: GCSE at C or above in English or English Language, Mathematics and in either Chemistry, or Physics or Dual Award Science.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.

English language requirements

Test Grade AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic) 6.0 Listening - 5.5 or above; Reading - 5.5 or above; Speaking - 5.5 or above; Writing - 6.0 or above.
TOEFL (iBT) 78.0 TOEFL DI code is 0818: Listening - 17 or above; Reading - 18 or above; Speaking - 20 or above; Writing - 21 or above.
PTE Academic 59.0 Listening - 59 or above; Reading - 59 or above; Speaking - 59 or above; Writing - 59 or above.
Trinity ISE Pass overall at ISE II with a distinction in writing and merit in the other three skills.
Institution's Own Test Academic English Pre-sessional Programmes - Pass (valid for one year) OR Academic English Preparation Programme - Pass at Level Four (valid for one year)

To study for an undergraduate degree at the University of Aberdeen it is essential that you can speak, understand, read, and write academic English fluently. These skills will allow you to understand lectures, produce high standards of written work, and perform well in examinations. We can assess your English language proficiency through a variety of means: through your nationality, through the qualifications you gained in high school, or through a recognised English language test. Please note certification must be within the two years prior to commencement of your degree programme, unless otherwise stated.

Please use the checklist at the following webpage to determine how you can meet our English language requirements:

https://www.abdn.ac.uk/study/international/undergraduate-degrees-english-requirements-268.php

Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 75%

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

Go onto work and study: 90%

Fees and funding

Additional Fee Information

Fee information not yet published for entry in Academic Year 2022/2023.

Provider information

Directorate of External Relations
King's College
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Aberdeen
AB24 3FX

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