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Course summary
Medical Science focuses on the cutting-edge science that underpins modern medicine, fostering new discoveries and technologies which improve healthcare. Learn how our bodies work, how disease is treated and how new technology is evolving in this field.
Why study BSc (Hons) Medical Science at BU?
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Focus on the cutting-edge science that underpins modern medicine, fostering new discoveries and technologies which improve healthcare
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Learn how our bodies work, how disease is treated and how new technology is evolving in this field
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As your degree progresses, choose to concentrate your learning on human health and disease or the role of psychology in medical science via the optional units offered
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Develop skills to evaluate scientific literature to understand how evidence-based decisions are made in medical sciences and apply these to conduct your final year research
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We have invested in new state-of-the-art laboratory facilities so that you will have the best possible learning environment for developing the necessary practical skills for a career in medical science and the various opportunities it brings
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You have the option to undertake a placement, allowing you to put your skills into practice ensuring that when you graduate, you'll be career ready.
Career opportunities
Your degree will be centred around developing the skills you need to work in professional practice, as well as equipping you with a variety of transferable skills that will give you a range of career options. We expect our graduates will find work in scientific, technical or research fields relating to their chosen pathway, for example:
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Developing augmented reality to transform surgical procedures
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Biopsychosocial - further research into the understanding of the human condition.
Modules
Year 1 core units: Introduction to Medical Sciences | Exploring and Understanding Science | Cell Biology | Chemistry | Introduction to Immunology | Biological and Cognitive Psychology
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years
Start dates
- 21/09/2026
Apply by
14 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:
- B100
- Institution code:
- B50
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1, 2, 3
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
Bournemouth University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
See why these ratings were awarded
What does this TEF outcome mean?
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:
- B100
- Institution code:
- B50
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
- Year 3
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 120 - 128 points
120 - 128 tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent
A level
120–1280 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of two A-levels.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
120 tariff points (Grade DDM)
Access to HE Diploma
118 - 134 tariff points with any combination of Distinction, Merit, Pass grades
Scottish Higher
120 - 128 tariff points from Scottish Highers
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*D*
112 tariff points (Grade D*D*)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent
Scottish Advanced Higher
120–128 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of two Advanced Highers.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 31 - 33 points
21 - 33 overall including grade H5 from 2 Higher Level subjects
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent
Extended Project
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by 2 A-levels or equivalent
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English Language or English Literature and Mathematics grade C (or grade 4 in the reformed GCSE grading) or equivalent qualifications.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - DDM
120 tariff points (Grade DDM)
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma - D*D*
112 tariff points (Grade D*D*)
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma
Accepted as part of the overall tariff but it must be accompanied by an A-level or equivalent
T Level - M
120 UCAS tariff points
AccessBU: AccessBU provides you with the opportunity to tell us about your circumstances that are not always evident in your UCAS application. This widening access initiative also considers relevant criteria such as being in care or if you live in an area with a low participation rate in Higher Education - if you are eligible, your offer could be up to 16 UCAS tariff points below the published tariff.
Apprenticeships: We recognise the transferable knowledge and skills gained through apprenticeships and welcome applications from students with a Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship recognised by the Institute for Apprenticeships. Each application will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Deferred entry: We are happy to consider eligible applicants for deferred entry. If you have already submitted your application, please submit your deferral request through our website.
Direct entry: We welcome applications from students who have previously studied at degree level at other institutions and wish to transfer onto a BU course. Our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) procedure enables credit awarded from one institution to contribute to a BU award, subject to an application process. Please visit our RPL webpage for more information.
Mature applicants: We recognise that mature applicants may have a wealth of experience rather than formal qualifications, so we’ll consider your application on these merits if included in your application. You’ll need to apply to BU in the usual way through UCAS and you may be invited to an interview to discuss your suitability for the course based on the experience you tell us about in your application.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS (Academic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component of writing, speaking, listening and reading. |
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.
Please note that this information reflects historical entry requirements for UK 18-year-olds who pursued A-level and BTEC qualifications. Please see the relevant course page of our website for the most up-to-date details on this course’s entry requirements and selection methods. Our offer-making process is based on your potential to succeed on your chosen course and considers a range of factors.
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 and 2 other biosciences courses
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- A*A*A*
- Highest grades
- DEE
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
How do you compare?
See how students with your grades have been accepted onto this course in the past.
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
The number of student respondents and response rates can be important in interpreting the data – it is important to note your experience may be different from theirs. This data will be based on the subject area rather than the specific course. Read more about this data on the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
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| England | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9790 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9790 | Year 1 |
| EU | £20685 | Year 1 |
| International | £20685 | Year 1 |
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
Placement year: the tuition fee for a placement year is based on the academic year in which the placement takes place. For students completing their placement in the 2026/27 academic year, the fee is £1,900* (UK, ROI, CI and International).
*Important information about fees: The UK, ROI & CI fees listed above for the 2026/27 academic year have been confirmed by the UK Government (subject to Parliamentary approval). In line with the maximum fee limits set out in Regulations, tuition fees will increase annually thereafter in line with inflation (using RPI-X, a measure of inflation).
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