BSc Biomedical Science with foundation and Placement year
University of Greater Manchester
About this course
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science with foundation and Placement year, a BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science degree centred on human biology from a medical perspective. Core topics include Ethics & Professional Practice. The course holds accreditation from the Institute of Biomedical Science and includes a dedicated industry placement year between the third and final years. The foundation year covers introductory topics through Transition to Higher Education, Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology, Principles of Biomolecular Science, Research Skills for Medical Biology, and Investigating Science and Personal Development. Subsequent years advance into Introduction to Biochemistry, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Introduction to Biomedical Science, Cellular Pathology, Preparation for Placement, and Biomedical Science Placement. Further study involves Research Science in Practice, Molecular Genetics, Medical Biochemistry, Medical Microbiology, Project, and Professional Practice. Optional or final-stage areas are explored through modules such as Blood Science, Clinical Immunology, and Biological Basis of Disease and Therapeutics.
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Entry requirements
48 UCAS points. We accept a full range of qualifications that carry UCAS points, including A-levels and BTECs. Please see our guide to the UCAS Tariff for examples of how to achieve these points. For most courses, we are also able to consider non-tariffable qualifications. Any subjects are acceptable at Level 3. Biology, chemistry or other relevant science-related subjects are preferred. You should also have five GCSEs at grade 4/C or above (or equivalent), including English, Mathematics and Science. You’ll be required to attend an interview and/or provide a portfolio of work. If English isn't your first language, you'll need IELTS 7.0 with no less than 6.5 in any band (or equivalent) to meet the HCPC and IBMS's English language requirements. Please visit the HCPC's Certificate of English language proficiency web page for more information and details of the other English language tests they accept. After enrolment, you'll need to meet further conditions to secure your placement. We'll discuss these with you during levels HE4 and HE5 of the course. Each organisation offering placements will have specific conditions you must meet before attending their placement. The exact requirements will vary depending on the nature of the organisation and placement. For example, the conditions for an NHS placement will include: (1) As the placement involves regulated activity, you'll need to get an Enhanced Disclosure certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). (2) You'll be required to pass occupational health screening satisfactorily. (3) You'll need to demonstrate that you're of good health and good character before transfer and on an ongoing basis throughout your studies and career. This list is not exhaustive.
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What students say
Based on about 13 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 94%
- Learning opportunities: 99%
- Assessment and feedback: 95%
- Academic support: 97%
- Organisation and management: 97%
- Learning resources: 96%
- Student voice: 96%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 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 88 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 74%
- Working and studying: 11%
- Further study: 3%
- Unemployed: 2%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 77%
- Caring personal services: 6%
- Therapy professionals: 4%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 2%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 1%
- Find their work meaningful: 93%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 84%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 88%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 140 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 91%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 4%
- East Midlands: 2%
- South East: 4%
Who gets in
Based on about 40 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 95%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Gold for student experience, Bronze for student outcomes.
Modules
- Transition to Higher Education
- Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology
- Principles of Biomolecular Science
- Research Skills for Medical Biology
- Investigating Science and Personal Development
- Introduction to Biochemistry
- Molecular and Cellular Biology
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Introduction to Biomedical Science
- Cellular Pathology
- Preparation for Placement
- Biomedical Science Placement
- Research Science in Practice
- Molecular Genetics
- Medical Biochemistry
- Medical Microbiology
- Project
- Professional Practice
- Blood Science
- Clinical Immunology
- Biological Basis of Disease and Therapeutics
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science with foundation and Placement year at University of Greater Manchester earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £21,500 after 3 years, £25,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £18,500 and £34,000. The £25,000 median after five years is £14,000 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science with foundation and Placement year at University of Greater Manchester do next?
88% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biomedical Science with foundation and Placement year at University of Greater Manchester?
94% 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 with foundation and Placement year at University of Greater Manchester?
The average entrant had 70 UCAS points.
Does BSc Biomedical Science with foundation and Placement year at University of Greater Manchester include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Biomedical Science with foundation and Placement year at University of Greater Manchester?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.