Course contact details
Applicant Enquiry Team
Email:ask@uws.ac.uk
Phone:0800 027 1000
University of the West of Scotland
Paisley Campus
High Street
Paisley
PA1 2BE
Biomedical Science
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
- 4 Years
- Full-Time
- 7 September 2027
- Undergraduate
- Lanarkshire Campus
Course summary
Overview
UWS’s BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science and BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science programmes will equip you with the skills and experience needed to play a vital role in modern healthcare provision.
These programmes have been developed to provide a pathway to help you become a professional biomedical scientist. Biomedical scientists play an essential role in the identification of diseases and improving the provision of healthcare.
You’ll receive a grounding in biology, chemistry and data analysis, before progressing to study advanced aspects of biomedical science. Key strengths of the programmes are the development of practical laboratory and research skills.
Programme highlights
• These programmes are designed to prepare you for a career working at the forefront of modern healthcare, where you’ll play a vital role in the effective diagnosis, monitoring, treatment and prevention of disease.
• These programmes have been developed in partnership with the National Health Service, with both programmes being accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), and the Applied Biomedical Science programme also approved by the HCPC. Teaching includes expert tuition from NHS staff.
• A range of placement opportunities are available allowing you to apply your knowledge in a real-world laboratory setting.
Careers
UWS graduates are well qualified to enter a range of related medical professions including:
• NHS hospital laboratories
• Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service laboratories
• Health Protection Agency laboratories
• Research & development laboratories for the medical, pharmaceutical, veterinary and food sectors
• Primary and secondary teaching
• Nursing
Graduates can continue their studies to MSc and PhD level with some undertaking further study in related disciplines including pharmacy, medicine and dentistry.
Modules
Course Modules
In Year 1 you’ll complete modules in the fundamentals and diversity of life, chemistry, and you will learn how to critically evaluate scientific data and information.
In Year 2 you’ll be introduced to clinical biochemistry, haematology, microbiology, human and cellular biology and genetics.
In Year 3 you’ll complete modules in cellular and molecular pathology, blood sciences, infection and immunity. In term 2 of Year 3, modules are dependent upon which programme you are studying and whether you undertake a work placement.
In Year 4 you’ll study specialist aspects of biomedical science at an advanced level and complete a research dissertation in a topic of your choice.
Entry to the BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science programme is through a competitive selection process. As part of this programme, students undertake a clinical placement in an NHS laboratory in Year 3. This is compulsory for the award of BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science.
Assessment method
You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials and workshops.
You will also have the opportunity to take part in group work and independent learning to develop your transferable skills such as research, presentation, communication and working as part of a team.
This degree is assessed using a variety of assessment methods including:
• Written examinations
• Coursework
• Practical assessment
Professional bodies
Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.
- Biomedical Science, Institute of
How to apply
Apply by
13 January 2027
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- B940
- Institution code:
- U40
- Campus name:
- Lanarkshire Campus
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
- Year 4
Entry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A levelCCC
Including Biology or Human Biology.
Year 2 entry with A Levels in BBC including Biology.
Year 2 entry with A Levels in BBC including Biology.
T LevelPass (C and above)
For year 2 entry, Grade D in relevant subject
UCAS TariffOffer: 96
Including Biology or Human Biology
Scottish HNCPass
Year 1: Healthcare Practice
Year 2: Applied Science; Biomedical Science/Applied Biomedical Science; Industrial Biotechnology.
Year 2: Applied Science; Biomedical Science/Applied Biomedical Science; Industrial Biotechnology.
Scottish HNDPass
Year 3: Biomedical Science; Biological Science; Applied Biological Science.
Scottish HigherBBCC
Including Biology or Human Biology
Scottish Advanced HigherBBC
Year 2 entry: Advanced Highers in Biology plus Chemistry at least at National 5 Grade C
International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammeOffer: 24
including 3 subjects at H4 (one of which should be Biology or Human Biology)
For year 2 entry, 30 points including Biology/Human Biology and Chemistry at Higher Level
For year 2 entry, 30 points including Biology/Human Biology and Chemistry at Higher Level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)MMM
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H3H3H3H3
Including Biology or Human Biology
Year 1 entry: SWAP (BBB)
Access to Medicine; Access to Science; Access to Biological and Chemical Science; Access to Chemistry and Biology; Access to Health and Biological Science; Access to Dietetics; Access to Health and Life Sciences; Access to Radiography.
Entry requirements for students joining after Year 1: Year 2 Entry:
Scottish Advanced Highers: BBC including Biology, plus Chemistry at least at National 5 Grade C
A Levels: BBC including Biology
International Baccalaureate: 30 points including Biology/Human Biology and Chemistry at Higher Level
SQA HNC: Applied Science; Bioscience; Biomedical Science/Applied Biomedical Science; Industrial Biotechnology
Year 3 Entry:
SQA HND: Biomedical Science; Biological Science; Applied Biological Sciences
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Typical qualification requirements
A level BCC
Including Biology or Human Biology.
Year 2 entry with A Levels in BBC including Biology.
Year 2 entry with A Levels in BBC including Biology.
UCAS Tariff Offer: 63
Including Biology or Human Biology
Scottish Higher CCC
Including Biology or Human Biology
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 7 | Overall score of 7.0, with no less than 7.0 in reading, listening and speaking, and no less than 6.5 in writing |
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
Our Minimum Entry Requirements are applicable to those applicants who have not had an equal opportunity to demonstrate their academic ability at school or college and are known as ‘widening access’ applicants. We also sometimes refer to this type of applicant as receiving a ‘contextual’ offer. For more information, please visit our website using the link below.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1820 | |
| England, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland | £9790 | |
| EU & International | £16275* |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Tuition fees are provisional and based on fees in academic year 2026/27
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