BSc Biomedical Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science, a biomedical science degree centred on human health, disease mechanisms, and clinical laboratory practice. Core topics include Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Project Management, Clinical Skills, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Ethics & Professional Practice. This degree holds accreditation from the Institute of Biomedical Science and features partnerships with numerous National Health Service trusts across England, alongside an optional twelve-month placement year between the second and third years. The first year establishes fundamental scientific principles through modules such as Fundamental Biochemistry And The Molecules Of Life, Human Physiology: From Cells To Systems, Introduction To Genetics, Genomics And Molecular Mechanisms, and The Practitioner Scientist 1. The second year addresses disease biology and clinical diagnostics with modules including Applied And Clinical Microbiology, Clinical Biochemistry, Metabolism And Endocrine Systems, Haematology, Immunology And Transfusion Science, and The Practitioner Scientist 2. The final year focuses on advanced concepts and independent enquiry through modules such as Advanced Topics In Biomedical Science, Integrated Laboratory Medicine, The Professional Scientist, and a compulsory Research Project that allows students to conduct independent investigation.
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Entry requirements
UCAS: 112-120 UCAS points. A Levels: BBC. BTEC: DMM. Other UK qualifications: Access to HE Diploma - Pass Access with a minimum of 80 UCAS tariff points. Applicants to Staffs who are taking the Access to HE Diploma receive a reduced tariff point offer as part of our access and participation plan activity UAL Level 3 Extended Diploma - grade of Merit overall OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - grade DMM T Levels - Eligible T Level applications will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of P (A*-C) or Higher Pass as a condition of offer If you do not meet our direct entry requirements for degree level study, then a BSc (Hons) with a Foundation Year is available. You'll study your first year at City of Stoke-on-Trent Sixth Form College and on successful completion join the BSc (Hons) course at the Stoke-on-Trent university campus. High levels of tutor support and guidance will prepare you for degree level study. This route is useful if you have only studied sciences up to GCSE level or have had a break in your studies. We welcome applications from students studying a range of international and UK qualifications, including Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales, Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers and the Irish Leaving Certificate. Offers will normally be made in line with our standard entry requirements and may include specific grade requirements in relevant subjects.
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What students say
Based on about 14 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 87%
- Assessment and feedback: 87%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 68%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 68%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 35 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 15%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 30%
- Caring personal services: 20%
- Elementary occupations: 20%
- Other Health Professionals: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 275 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 6%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 75%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 1%
- South East: 2%
- South West: 1%
- Wales: 8%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 75%
- Access course: 15%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Fundamental Biochemistry And The Molecules Of Life
- Human Physiology: From Cells To Systems
- Introduction To Genetics, Genomics And Molecular Mechanisms
- Introductory Microbiology And Host Responses
- The Practitioner Scientist 1
- Applied And Clinical Microbiology
- Clinical Biochemistry, Metabolism And Endocrine Systems
- Haematology, Immunology And Transfusion Science
- Molecular And Cellular Pathology
- The Practitioner Scientist 2
- Advanced Topics In Biomedical Science
- Integrated Laboratory Medicine
- Research Project
- The Professional Scientist
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science at University of Staffordshire earn?
The median salary is £27,500 after 15 months, £27,500 after 3 years, £31,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,500 and £38,000. The £31,500 median after five years is £7,500 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science at University of Staffordshire do next?
100% 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 Staffordshire?
88% 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 Staffordshire?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 103 UCAS points.
Does BSc Biomedical Science at University of Staffordshire include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Biomedical Science at University of Staffordshire?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.