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Biomedical Science
BSc (Hons) · 3 Years · Full-time · 21/09/2026 · UndergraduateColeraine
Course summary
Study Biomedical Science at Ulster University in the United Kingdom.
BSc Hons Biomedical Science 3 years full time.
How to apply
Apply by
14 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:
- B992
- Institution code:
- U20
- Campus name:
- Coleraine
- Campus Code:
- C
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
A level - BBB
Essential Subjects:
Two subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Nutrition and Food Science, Physics.
Double Award Life and Health Sciences is acceptable as two subjects.
OR
One subject from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Nutrition and Food Science, Physics, plus one subject from Environmental Technology, Geography, ICT, PE, Single Award Life and Health Sciences.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
BTEC must be science-based
Access to HE Diploma - D: 24 credits M: 21 credits
Only science-based programmes are acceptable.
Pass science-based Access Course with a minimum overall average of 65% and a minimum of 65% in each level 3 module. To include a 20 credit Level 2 Mathematics module, passed at 40% or successful completion of NICATS Mathematics as part of the pre-2021 Access Diploma.
Scottish Higher - BBBCC
Grades BBBCC including BB in either:
Two subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics.
OR
One subject from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics plus Geography or Physical Education.
English & Mathematics is required at Standard Level 1, 2, or 3.
Scottish Advanced Higher - CCC
Grades CCC including either:
Two subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics.
OR
One subject from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics along with Geography or Physical Education
English & Mathematics required at Standard Level 1, 2, or 3
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 26 points
An overall profile of 26 points with at least 13 points at higher level. This must include two subjects from Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, or Biology, with a minimum of 6 points achieved in each of the two specified subjects.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H3, H3, H3, H3
120 UCAS Tariff Points with at least five subjects at Higher Level to include two science subjects at H3.
Essential Subjects:
Grades H3/H3 in two subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Home Economics, Mathematics, Physics.
OR
Grades H3/H3, with one subject from Biology, Chemistry, Home Economics, Mathematics, Physics, plus one subject from Agricultural Science, Geography, Physics/Chemistry, and Physical Education.
If Maths is not passed at H3, you will be required to achieve a minimum of H6/O4 in addition to the two science subjects. English is required at a minimum of H6/O4.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
You must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements for admission to a first degree course and hold a GCSE pass in English Language at grade C or grade 4 or above (or equivalent). You must also hold a GCSE pass in Mathematics and Chemistry or Double Award Science at grade C or grade 4 or above (or equivalent).
Please note that for purposes of entry to this course the Level 2 Essential / Key Skill in Application of Number is NOT regarded as an acceptable alternative to GCSE Maths.
English language requirements for international applicants
The minimum requirement for this course is Academic IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5. Trinity ISE: Pass at level III also meets this requirement for Tier 4 visa purposes.
Ulster recognises a number of other English language tests and comparable IELTS equivalent scores.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
- Data from:
- This course
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- AAB
- Highest grades
- CCC
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| EU | £17490 | Year 1 |
| International | £17490 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £4855* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £4855* | Year 1 |
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
* 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
Please note that fees for Home and GB for 2026/27 have not yet been set by Department for the Employment in NI and will be subject to an inflationary increase from 2025/26.
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