Biomedical Science
Glasgow Caledonian University
UCAS Code: B940 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Glasgow Caledonian University
UCAS Code: B940 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
to include two science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Health and Food Technology, Physics, Maths, Psychology and Life & Health Science
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
Accepted as equivalent to one Higher at grade B as part of the overall grade profile of Highers required for entry. Any essential subjects at Higher should still be achieved in addition to the Foundation Apprenticeship.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
to include two sciences at HL 4
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
to include two sciences e.g. Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
in Applied Science
Level 1: HNC in relevant science subject (e.g. Applied Sciences) with graded unit C Year 2: HNC 15 credits in relevant subject - graded unit B to include DNA and Genetics, and Human Body Structure and Function
Scottish HND
Year 3: HND in relevant subject - graded units BB to include DNA and Genetics, Human Body Structure and Function, and Human Metabolism
Scottish Higher
to include two science subjects e.g. Biology/Human Biology, Chemistry, Health and Food Technology, Physics, Maths, Application of Math, Psychology or Environmental Science
T Level
Health and Science: Science
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About this course
Biomedical Science is vital for the clinical diagnosis of disease and accurate treatment of patients and the operation of the NHS and other health-related industries.
You’ll gain the knowledge and practical skills needed to become a Biomedical Scientist including cellular pathology, clinical biochemistry, haematology and clinical microbiology disciplines. Both our BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science and BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science degrees are accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) and our BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science degree is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), the course includes a work-based placement in Scottish NHS hospitals.
The majority of our graduates find employment in NHS clinical laboratories. Some secure posts in industry, working as part of a research team in pharmaceutical development, biological product research and manufacture or conducting research in government, health service and university laboratories.
Assessment methods
Our graduates leave university with a balanced knowledge and understanding of all branches of biomedical science after completing a course designed to allow them to become enquiring, independent learners while exhibiting high levels of professionalism.
Half of our assessment methods are practically based, providing hands-on laboratory skills and experience of data handling and presentation. This approach helps to make the programme distinctive and attractive to employers and will also equip graduates with the necessary skills and competencies to allow them to compete in the global marketplace
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The Uni
Glasgow Caledonian University
Department of Life Sciences
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