BSc Biomedical Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science, a biomedical science degree focused on human biology, disease mechanisms, and laboratory diagnostics. Core topics include Research Methods and Project Management. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science, the curriculum integrates practical laboratory training with theoretical study across clinical and molecular disciplines. The first year establishes core foundations through modules such as Introductory Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, and Molecular Biology. The second year progresses to advanced topics via Exploring Research, Human Genetics, Medical Microbiology, and Pharmacology and Physiology. The final year deepens specialisation through compulsory modules like Integrated Biomedical Science, Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology and Transfusion Science, and a Dissertation module. Students can further tailor their studies by choosing optional modules such as Parasitology, Toxicology, and Advanced Genetics.
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Entry requirements
112-120 UCAS Tariff Points. You can find out more about the tariff and qualification options from the UCAS tariff table . Offers are tailored to the individual applicant and their circumstances and can be across the tariff range. Applicants who meet our contextual information criteria will be offered at the bottom of the range. GCSE English Language, Mathematics and Biology/Combined Science at grade 4/C or above. Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths and Adult Literacy and Numeracy are also accepted. A full list of acceptable level 2 qualifications can be found here: Level 2 Acceptable Entry Requirements . GCSEs: GCSE English Language, Maths and Biology/Combined Science at C/4 or above. A-levels: BBD - BBB to include Biology at C or above. T-levels: P (C+) – M. T Levels Healthcare Science; Health and Science are accepted for entry to this course. Access to HE: 30 credits at Distinction, 6 at Merit and 9 at Pass - Science based. Scottish Highers: BBBC – AABB to include Biology. Irish LC Highers: B1, B2x3 – A2, B1x3 to include Biology. Other experience: IELTS 7.0 with no less than 7.0 in each element for applicants where English Language is not their first language. Alternative routes: If you don’t think you’ll meet the criteria for this programme, check out our integrated foundation year. Selection criteria: As part of the application and selection process, we are looking for your commitment to this programme. In your personal statement, you should demonstrate your motivation for choosing this course and reflect upon any experience you have gained.
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What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 100%
- Learning opportunities: 96%
- Assessment and feedback: 98%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 100%
- Learning resources: 97%
- Student voice: 91%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 25%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 80%
- Working and studying: 10%
Most common jobs
- Other Health Professionals: 80%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 5%
- Nursing Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 95%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 95%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 85 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 16%
- North West: 53%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 9%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 4%
- London: 4%
- South East: 2%
- South West: 1%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 2%
- Northern Ireland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 65%
- Access course: 10%
- Other HE qualification: 20%
- Other qualifications: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Introductory Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Introductory Immunology and Microbiology
- Molecular Biology
- Practical Laboratory Science
- Exploring Research
- Human Genetics
- Infection and Immunity
- Medical Microbiology
- Pharmacology and Physiology
- Cellular and Molecular Pathology
- Integrated Biomedical Science
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Haematology and Transfusion Science
- Dissertation module
- Parasitology
- Toxicology
- Advanced Genetics
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science at University of Cumbria earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £33,000 after 3 years, £38,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £32,000 and £42,000. The £38,500 median after five years is £500 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science at University of Cumbria do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biomedical Science at University of Cumbria?
100% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Biomedical Science at University of Cumbria?
The typical offer is BBD at A level. The average entrant had 110 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Biomedical Science at University of Cumbria?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.