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Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
Biomedical Science (Foundation degree delivered at Belfast Metropolitan College, Titanic Quarter campus)
Queen's University Belfast
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Biomedical Science (Foundation degree delivered at Belfast Metropolitan College, Titanic Quarter campus) course at Queen's University Belfast.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,C
CC at A-level including Biology and Chemistry + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 OR BC at A-level to include Biology or Chemistry at grade B and a further science subject from the list below + GCSE Biology and Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4. A-level Science subjects accepted: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, ICT (not Applied), Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Technology & Design. Other subjects will be considered on an individual basis and you should contact the Admissions and Access Service for guidance ([email protected]).
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Queen's University Belfast. These students are taking Biomedical Science (Foundation degree delivered at Belfast Metropolitan College, Titanic Quarter campus) or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Biology | A |
| Chemistry | A |
| Mathematics | A |
| Geography | A |
| Business Studies | A |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: B94A
Here's what Queen's University Belfast says about its Biomedical Science (Foundation degree delivered at Belfast Metropolitan College, Titanic Quarter campus) course.
This is a short cycle qualification of two years that is linked to (or within) first cycle qualifications, intended to equip learners with the skills and knowledge relevant to employment. Also at its core is the notion that they should support widening participation by providing an unequivocal progression route to a bachelor’s degree. This programme is designed in collaboration with QUB and the content of a Foundation Degree can accurately reflect the early content of BSc in Biomedical Science and Human Biology.
Biomedical Sciences comprises the health related sciences such as:
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Biochemistry
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Homeostasis
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Anatomy
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Physiology
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Immunology
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Genetics
Further modules provide a sound background to other fundamental areas of Sciences that will provide the foundations of general scientific knowledge moving forward. This Foundation Degree, has a compulsory work based learning element which will allow successful students to apply to become registered Science Technicians.
Source: Queen's University Belfast
Course details
Qualification
Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
Department
School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences
Location
Main Site | Belfast
Duration
2 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Biomedical sciences
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £6,167 per year |
| Scotland | £6,167 per year |
| Wales | £6,167 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £3,167 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £6,167 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £3,167 per year (provisional) |
| EU | £16,867 per year |
| International | £16,867 per year |
Queen's University Belfast student reviews
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3rd year student
1 year ago
Five stars: Excellent
3rd year student
1 year ago
Itu2019s quiet overall.
3rd year student
1 year ago
There isnu2019t many bursaries for home students.
3rd year student
1 year ago
Four stars: Great
3rd year student
1 year ago
The library is nice although busy at times. The campus is well kept and very nice.
3rd year student
1 year ago
The lectures are very good in general and the tutorials are useful. There is a good variety of modules.
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Queen's University Belfast
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Queen's University Belfast students who took the Biomedical Science (Foundation degree delivered at Belfast Metropolitan College, Titanic Quarter campus) course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
84%
low
Teaching on my course
84%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
92%
high
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
92%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
62%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
88%
med
Learning opportunities
82%
med
Learning opportunities
82%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
80%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
89%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
83%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
86%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
73%
low
Assessment and feedback
77%
med
Assessment and feedback
77%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
79%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
76%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
70%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
82%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
79%
med
Academic support
86%
med
Academic support
86%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
89%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
83%
low
Organisation and management
76%
med
Organisation and management
76%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
74%
low
How well organised is your course?
77%
med
Learning resources
89%
med
Learning resources
89%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
97%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
86%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
85%
med
Student voice
76%
med
Student voice
76%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
62%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
86%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
80%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
93%
high
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course.
86%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
85%
med
Student information
See who's studying at Queen's University Belfast. These students are taking Biomedical Science (Foundation degree delivered at Belfast Metropolitan College, Titanic Quarter campus) or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
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Earnings after graduation
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