BMedSci Medical Science
About this course
BMedSci (Hons) in Medical Science, a medical science degree focusing on human body function and healthcare practice. Core topics include Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Clinical Skills. The course offers an optional year-long placement opportunity in research and clinical environments and holds accreditation from the Royal Society of Biology. The first year introduces foundational concepts through the compulsory modules Fundamentals of Medical Science, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Anatomy & Physiology, and Microbiology. The second year progresses to disease mechanisms and patient-centred care, featuring the compulsory modules Genetics & Molecular Pathology, Organ Systems Physiology, Clinical Perspectives, and Evidence Based Medicines. The final year culminates in an independent research study alongside advanced study in specialized topics, delivered through the compulsory modules Endocrinology: an integrated approach, Cancer Biology and Clinical Pharmacology, Advanced Clinical Perspectives, and Research and Innovation.
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Entry requirements
UCAS points: 112 A Level: BBC with one A level at grade C or above in either Biology, Chemistry or Human Biology BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM in Applied Science Contextual Offer: DMU operates a generous contextual offer for students from underrepresented backgrounds in Higher Education. This is a minimum of one to two grade reduction from our typical offer and full details including eligibility criteria can be found at dmu.ac.uk/contextual T Levels: Merit in Science (must include Laboratory science module). Access to HE: 112 UCAS Tariff Access to HE Diploma ‘Science’ with 15 credits at Distinctions in science specific modules and 30 credits at Merit. International Baccalaureate (IB): 28+ with six higher level points in Chemistry or Biology GCSEs: 5 x GCSEs at grade 4/C or above including English and Maths If English is not your first language an IELTS score of 6.5 overall is essential.
Admissions (2022 entry, home applicants)
Offer rate 96%: 368 offers from 384 applications, from the university's Freedom of Information return.
What students say
Based on about 27 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 94%
- Learning opportunities: 87%
- Assessment and feedback: 81%
- Academic support: 87%
- Organisation and management: 91%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 88%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 70 students who started
- Continued on course: 84%
- Left higher education: 13%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 3%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 35%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Other Health Professionals: 30%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 95 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 5%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 13%
- East Midlands: 44%
- West Midlands: 18%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 9%
- South East: 1%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started
- A levels: 95%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Fundamentals of Medical Science
- Chemistry & Biochemistry
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Microbiology
- Genetics & Molecular Pathology
- Organ Systems Physiology
- Clinical Perspectives
- Evidence Based Medicines
- Endocrinology: an integrated approach
- Cancer Biology and Clinical Pharmacology
- Advanced Clinical Perspectives
- Research and Innovation
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BMedSci Medical Science at De Montfort University earn?
The median salary is £28,500 after 15 months, £27,500 after 3 years, £32,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £41,000.
What do graduates of BMedSci Medical Science at De Montfort University do next?
70% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BMedSci Medical Science at De Montfort University?
94% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BMedSci Medical Science at De Montfort University?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 104 UCAS points.
What is the offer rate for BMedSci Medical Science at De Montfort University?
96% of home applicants received an offer for 2022 entry: 368 offers from 384 applications, according to the university's Freedom of Information return.
Is BMedSci Medical Science at De Montfort University accredited?
Yes. Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Does BMedSci Medical Science at De Montfort University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BMedSci Medical Science at De Montfort University?
84% of students continued into their second year, and 13% left higher education.