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University of Hull

UCAS Code: BC9Y | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Entry requirements

Pass Access to HE Diploma overall with a minimum 80 UCAS tariff points

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

24

UCAS Tariff

80

About this course

Course option

4years

Full-time | 2025

Subject

Biomedical sciences

Develop cutting-edge skills and knowledge that save lives on this degree at the forefront of groundbreaking medical innovation.

You’ll explore the human form and function in health and disease through lab-based learning and expert academic and industry guidance in state-of-the-art surroundings, applying your learnings to diagnoses and treatments.

This course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science and designed in collaboration with Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust to ensure it has real world relevance – you’ll graduate ready for various career routes with a biomedical science degree.

The foundation year equips you with essential scientific knowledge and study skills you need. Upon successful completion, you can transfer seamlessly into our degree programmes.

**Why study at Hull?**

• Real-world relevance: Study on an accredited programme designed in collaboration with Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.
• Industry links: Enhance your employability through our excellent relationships with biotechnology companies, research units and hospitals such as the Queen’s Centre for oncology and haematology at Hull’s Castle Hill Hospital.
• Industry-standard facilities: We’re one of the few UK campuses with a pre-clinical imaging unit. Gain practical skills and experience here, and in our leading research laboratory The Daisy Building.

**Where could this take me?**

You could start your career at the cutting edge of research, helping to diagnose and treat diseases with a biomedical science degree. You’ll be also eligible to work in the health service, medical institutions and education.

Typical graduate roles include biomedical scientist, forensic scientist, biotechnologist, toxicologist, healthcare scientist, and medical research scientist. Former Hull students have gone on to work for employers like ConocoPhillips, Reckitt, Smith & Nephew, the Civil Service, pharmacies, independent diagnostic and quality control testing laboratories and the NHS.

Modules

**Foundation modules include**:

Preparing for Learning in Higher Education
Foundation in Data Analysis
Introduction to Biological Sciences
Foundation Chemistry
Foundation Mathematics

**Core modules include**:

Biochemistry
Molecular Biology and Genetics
Cell Structure and Function
Clinical Microbiology and Immunity
Human Physiology

Optional modules include:

Human Genetics
Advanced Cellular Pathology
Advanced Biochemistry
Cancer Biology
Pharmacology and Diagnostics

All modules are subject to availability and this list may change.

Assessment methods

You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree.

Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests.

Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work.

Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.

Tuition fees

Select where you currently live to see what you'll pay:

Channel Islands
£9,535
per year
England
£9,535
per year
International
£17,500
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,535
per year
Republic of Ireland
£9,535
per year
Scotland
£9,535
per year
Wales
£9,535
per year

The Uni

Course location:

The University of Hull

Department:

Faculty of Health Sciences

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What students say

We've crunched the numbers to see if overall student satisfaction here is high, medium or low compared to students studying this subject(s) at other universities.

92%
Biomedical sciences

How do students rate their degree experience?

The stats below relate to the general subject area/s at this university, not this specific course. We show this where there isn’t enough data about the course, or where this is the most detailed info available to us.

Biomedical sciences (non-specific)

Teaching and learning

87%
Staff make the subject interesting
93%
Staff are good at explaining things
89%
Ideas and concepts are explored in-depth
72%
Opportunities to apply what I've learned

Assessment and feedback

Feedback on work has been timely
Feedback on work has been helpful
Staff are contactable when needed
Good advice available when making study choices

Resources and organisation

85%
Library resources
89%
IT resources
84%
Course specific equipment and facilities
85%
Course is well organised and has run smoothly

Student voice

Staff value students' opinions
Feel part of a community on my course

Who studies this subject and how do they get on?

97%
UK students
3%
International students
30%
Male students
70%
Female students
71%
2:1 or above
7%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

C
D
D

After graduation

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Biomedical sciences (non-specific)

What are graduates doing after six months?

This is what graduates told us they were doing (and earning), shortly after completing their course. We've crunched the numbers to show you if these immediate prospects are high, medium or low, compared to those studying this subject/s at other universities.

£22,000
med
Average annual salary
100%
high
Employed or in further education

Top job areas of graduates

91%
Nursing and midwifery professionals
4%
Welfare and housing associate professionals
2%
Welfare professionals

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