
Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
Biomedical science is concerned with the detailed study of the human body, both in health and disease, with emphasis on the diagnosis and understanding of disease states and the mechanisms involved.
In Year 1 youll study the important fundamental sciences, including biochemistry, cell and molecular biology, and human anatomy and physiology.
In Year 2 youll develop your understanding of a wide range of disease processes, combined with the principles of laboratory procedures used to aid diagnosis and treatment.
Between Years 2 and 3, you’ll have the opportun...
Biomedical science is concerned with the detailed study of the human body, both in health and disease, with emphasis on the diagnosis and understanding of disease states and the mechanisms involved.<br/><br/>In Year 1 youll study the important fundamental sciences, including biochemistry, cell and molecular biology, and human anatomy and physiology.<br/><br/>In Year 2 youll develop your understanding of a wide range of disease processes, combined with the principles of laboratory procedures used to aid diagnosis and treatment.<br/><br/>Between Years 2 and 3, you’ll have the opportunity to undertake a professional placement year in industry. Alternatively, you can undertake a period of study abroad at one of Westminster’s partner institutions.<br/><br/>In Year 3 youll focus on the study of the complex nature of disease as it affects particular biological systems. Youll also study the laboratory procedures used in haematology, clinical immunology, cellular and molecular pathology, clinical biochemistry and medical microbiology, to diagnose and monitor disease. Youll also undertake a major research project, which will enable you to develop the skills you need for genuine scientific inquiry.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B940
Institution Code
W50
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Access to HE Diploma
96 UCAS Tariff points from the Access course in Science.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
96 UCAS Tariff points from the IB including a minimum of 4 in two HL science subjects and English grade 4 HL, Maths grade 4.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE minimum Grade 4 (Grade C in grading system prior to 2017) in Maths and English Language.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
A level
T Level
96 UCAS Tariff points
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
EU, International | £17,000 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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