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Medical Bioscience (top-up)

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 1 Years
  • Full-time
  • 15 September 2025
  • Undergraduate
University Campus North Lincolnshire
Awarded by:
University of Hull
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Course summary

Are you interested in topics related to medicine, science, and health? Do current medical issues such as COVID-19 and genetic engineering spark your interest? Do you want to learn more about this field? Then our BSc [Hons] Medical Bioscience programme could be just right for you.

The BSc [Hons] Medical Bioscience programme includes many industry-relevant practical lessons and skills developed in scientific and clinical settings. These support learners in developing practical skills required for various roles within the sector.

Theoretical content supports practical lessons and covers a wide range of topics within medical bioscience, which provides students with underlying knowledge in key areas and helps inform career and/or further study choices.

The BSc [Hons] Medical Bioscience programme includes a variety of modules that reflect different areas of the Medical Bioscience sector. This will allow students to develop an awareness of potential career opportunities and the underpinning knowledge. Practical lessons will be delivered at NLC STEM Campus in the purpose-built (HE) STEM laboratories.

Emerging fields pertinent to medical bioscience are embedded throughout the BSc [Hons] Medical Bioscience programme, ensuring students have the knowledge and skills to give them a competitive edge in a challenging economic climate. By covering emerging fields, students will leave the programme with the most current and up-to-date knowledge that will not only be a benefit should they wish to undertake further educational study but also if they choose to enter employment, then they will be equipped with an understanding of and practical experience within the most current and emerging areas within this field. This attractive prospect has been identified as an essential factor by employers.

Careers leading on from these programmes include Analytical Support Chemist, Technical Support Scientist, Microbiology Support Scientist, Process Development Technologist, Laboratory Assistant, Senior Laboratory Technician, Assistant Scientist, Technical Specialist (Scientist), Quality Control Laboratory Assistant, Laboratory Co-ordinator, Technical Laboratory Assistant, Laboratory Analyst, Laboratory Research Assistant, Science Teacher, Medical Writer, Pharmaceutical Development/Sales and Charity/Support Work.

This course is particularly relevant to people already working in or looking to develop a career in scientific or medical research or laboratories.

If you wish to continue studying beyond this course, it will provide you with a strong academic basis. After completing the BSc in Medical Bioscience, learners could progress onto the following Master’s degrees: MSc Translational Oncology [University of Sheffield], MSc Biomedical Sciences [University of Hull], MSc Pharmacology, and MSc One Health [University of Lincoln].

Modules

This course includes the following compulsory modules that all students complete:

  • Scientific Research Project (40 credits)
  • Pathogenic Microbiology (20 credits)
  • Regenerative Medicine (20 credits)
  • Translational Oncology (20 credits)
  • Pharmacology (20 credits)

Occasional changes to modules and course content may take place. Students will be notified when applicable.

Assessment method

The primary delivery method for this course is face-to-face on campus. On-campus teaching includes a combination of lectures, practical lessons, small group seminars, workshops, guest lectures, and one-on-one discussions with your tutor.

Throughout this course, students will receive approximately 14 hours of teaching per week. Additional one-to-one meetings with tutors will provide further support.

This course is subject to validation. You can still apply for this course while it is being approved.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • University Campus North Lincolnshire

Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 1 Years

Start dates

  • 15 September 2025

Apply by
29 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
B101
Institution code:
N64
Campus name:
University Campus North Lincolnshire
Campus Code:
N
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
29 January

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:
B101
Institution code:
N64
Campus name:
University Campus North Lincolnshire
Campus Code:
N

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

A level
Not accepted

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Not accepted

Access to HE Diploma
Not accepted

Scottish Higher
Not accepted

HND (BTEC)

240 credits in a relevant HND science subject

240 credits from a FdSc Bioscience/Biochemistry/Medical Bioscience or a FdSc Science-related subject.

We are committed to creating educational opportunities for people from various backgrounds and situations. If you have been out of formal education for some time and/or do not have the qualifications stated, we might still be able to consider your application and offer you a range of support. We are here to help. Please get in touch to find out more.

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

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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

Your Tuition fees cover most costs associated with your course (including registration, tuition and assessment.)
There may be some extra costs that you might need to make, or choose to pay, for example:
• Books (you’ll have access to books from your module reading lists in the HE library, but you may want to buy your own copies)
• Printing and photocopying
• Trips and enhancement opportunities
• Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) to include a White laboratory coat and UV glasses- you will be advised about these upon receiving an offer of a place on the programme.

If your course includes a work placement, you may be required to pay for a Basic or Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

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