Biomedical Sciences
Brunel University of London
UCAS Code: C900 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Brunel University of London
UCAS Code: C900 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
including grade B in Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Applied Science
Obtain a minimum of 120 UCAS tariff points in an Access to HE Diploma in Biomedical Science, Medicine, Health and Human Science or Science with 45 credits at Level 3. All Biology and Chemistry units must be passed with Distinctions at level 3.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
including grade M2 in Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Applied Science
GCSE/National 4/National 5
A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade C or grade 4 and above are required, including English Language (or grade B/5 in English Literature), Mathematics and a Science subject.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
including Higher Level 5 in Biology, Chemistry or Physics. Standard or Higher Level 4 in Maths and Standard Level 5/ Higher Level 4 in English.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
including H3 in Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Applied Science
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
in any subject with an A level grade B in Biology/Human Biology/Chemistry/Physics/Applied Science or DM in Applied Science/Applied Science Pathway/Pharmaceutical Science and any A level at grade B
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate
in any subject with A levels grade BC including grade B in Biology/Human Biology/Chemistry/Physics/Applied Science or D in Applied Science/Applied Science Pathway/Applied Human Biology/Pharmaceutical Science with A levels grade BB in any subject
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
in Applied Science, Applied Science (Biomedical Science), Applied Science (Analytical & Forensic Science) or Applied Science (Physical Science)
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)
in any subject with an A level grade B in Biology/Human Biology/Chemistry/Physics/Applied Science or DM in Applied Science/Applied Science Pathway/Pharmaceutical Science and any A level at grade B
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
in Applied Science, Applied Science (Biomedical Science), Applied Science (Analytical & Forensic Science) or Applied Science (Physical Science)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in any subject with an A level grade B in Biology/Human Biology/Chemistry/Physics/Applied Science or DM in Applied Science/Applied Science Pathway/Pharmaceutical Science and any A level at grade B
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
in any subject with A levels grade BC including grade B in Biology/Human Biology/Chemistry/Physics/Applied Science or D in Applied Science/Applied Science Pathway/Applied Human Biology/Pharmaceutical Science with A levels grade BC in any subject
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in Applied Science, Applied Science (Biomedical Science), Applied Science (Analytical & Forensic Science) or Applied Science (Physical Science)
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
in any subject with A levels grade BC including grade B in Biology/Human Biology/Chemistry/Physics/Applied Science or D in Applied Science/Applied Science Pathway/Applied Human Biology/Pharmaceutical Science with A levels grade BC in any subject
Scottish Advanced Higher
including grade B in Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Applied Science
T Level
Subjects accepted: Health, Healthcare Science or Science
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About this course
The human body runs on complex internal processes, with cells and organs functioning in incredible ways to make us who we are. But, what happens when our health is compromised? This dynamic biomedical sciences degree is perfect for those with a fascination of how we work and how we treat human diseases.
At Brunel, we understand that your interest in biomedical sciences at this stage may be very broad and perhaps you're not ready to specialise. For this reason, we have made our Biomedical Sciences BSc flexible. As you continue through your degree, you can pick your own options and tailor your course to fit your interests. You can even switch over to a specialist pathway in the second year so there's no need to feel pressurised to commit to a specialist area yet.
The Royal Society of Biology has awarded its accreditation to all of Brunel’s biomedical sciences undergraduate programmes. This means you can be confident that our Biomedical Sciences BSc will prepare you for the working world – and your prospective employers will know this too. You'll receive a one year’s membership as an Associate Member once you graduate, integrating you into the sector with access to key contacts and up-to-date knowledge.
In your final year you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to our research programmes in cellular and biochemical pathways, the regulation of gene expression, DNA repair and immunological responses to microbial infection. This will give you first-hand experience of real-world laboratory research and prepare you for your future career.
Modules
Modules
Typical Modules include;
Structure and function
Biology of the Cell
Critical thinking
The Human Body: Principles of Anatomy and Physiology
For full list of modules please visit www.brunel.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/Biomedical-Sciences-BSc
Assessment methods
You'll be assessed through a mixture of coursework and written examinations to test your knowledge, understanding, problem solving and data interpretation.
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The Uni
Brunel University of London
Life Sciences
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Molecular biology, biophysics and biochemistry
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Around 2,500 graduates got degrees in this demanding but valuable subject last year. Graduates who want a career in research usually take postgraduate qualifications - over a third of graduates in the subject took this option - but those who want to start work when they graduate have a lot to choose from. Laboratory work and other jobs in the biosciences are popular, as well as in education, but many biochemistry graduates find their way into the finance industry and as a consequence, graduates from these disciplines are particularly likely to get jobs in London and the South East.
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Looking further ahead, below is a rough guide for what graduates went on to earn.
Molecular biology, biophysics and biochemistry
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