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BSc Medical Sciences

University of Worcester

Institution
University of Worcester
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Medical Sciences
Duration
3 years
UCAS code
B190
Typical offer
A-level BBC

Entry requirements

UCAS tariff points: 112 A-level: BBC BTEC National Extended Diploma: DMM T-level: Merit

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Sciences, covering human biology, disease mechanisms, and clinical diagnostics. Core topics include Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Clinical Skills, Communication & Writing, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The course includes preparation for UCAT and GAMSAT entry tests, and final-year students complete an independent research project. Students predicted a 2:1 or above, meeting all entry requirements, are guaranteed an interview for the graduate-entry Medicine MBChB.

Modules

  • Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology
  • Introduction to Genetics and Evolution
  • Cell Biology
  • Health and Disease
  • Chemistry for the Life Sciences
  • Professional Development in Biomedical Science
  • Introduction to Medical Imaging
  • Systems Physiology 1
  • Preparation for Graduate Entry Medicine
  • Molecular and Cellular Biology
  • Research and Professional Development in Healthcare
  • Research Project
  • Clinical Biochemistry
  • Microbiology and the Immune System
  • Benchside to Bedside: Interdisciplinarity in Medical Science
  • Sustainability in Public Health
  • Neuroendocrinology
  • Pharmacology
  • The Biochemistry of Cancer