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Biomedical Science BSc

  • BSc
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 1 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
Tooting Campus
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Course summary

This degree provides a fascinating insight into the biological science behind health, disease and development of medical therapies. It covers a diverse range of subjects, starting with fundamental aspects of cell and molecular biology, anatomy, physiology, pharmacology and genetics, progressing to the investigation of the disease process, including research, diagnosis and treatment.

Students will develop a solid understanding of human health and disease, informed by the latest research, equipping them with in-depth scientific knowledge, critical analysis, practical laboratory and transferrable employability skills. Students will focus their learning in Year 3 by choosing one of our tailored scientific pathways, graduating in one of several specialisms. Currently, these include Biomedical Science with: Anatomy; Cell and Molecular Biology; Genomics; Immunity and Infection; Medical Ethics and Law; Physiology and Pharmacology; Psychology, Psychiatry and Neuroscience.

On this course, there is an opportunity to undertake a Professional Training Year within a related biomedical sector, such as industry, research, government or the NHS. There is also the opportunity to transfer to Year 3 of City St George's four-year Biomedical Science MSci at the end of the second year, subject to academic achievement and available places.

Modules

You can find extensive information about the modules you can expect to study on this course on our website in our course structure section: https://www.citystgeorges.ac.uk/prospective-students/courses/undergraduate/biomedical-science#accordion861950-header640906

Assessment method

Progress is judged by a mixture of in-course assessment and written exams; each year’s marks contribute towards your final degree classification.

Assessment methods vary by module but include:

poster or slide-based presentations
quizzes
assessed practical and essays for ICA's.
exams, which may include:
both short and long answer questions
single best answer questions
calculation and data analysis problems
essay questions
objective structured practical examinations, where you demonstrate knowledge of structure and function in the dissecting room
oral exams, where you answer questions from a panel of examiners.

You can find detailed information about assessment methods for this course on our website: https://www.citystgeorges.ac.uk/prospective-students/courses/undergraduate/biomedical-science#accordion861950-header640908

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Tooting Campus

Study options

  • BSc • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 1 September 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:
B940
Institution code:
C60
Campus name:
Tooting Campus
Campus Code:
T
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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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:
B940
Institution code:
C60
Campus name:
Tooting Campus
Campus Code:
T

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

You can find extensive information about the support City St George's provides for International students on our website: https://www.sgul.ac.uk/study/offer-holders/international-student-support. This includes guidance on the visa application process, preparing for your studies, enrolment, support during your studies, and English language requirements.

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Entry requirements

A level
BBC

Biology at grade B plus Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Psychology at grade B.
Must also meet GCSE requirements as outlined on website.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM

DMM (Must be in Applied Science) Must also meet GCSE requirements as outlined on website.

Access to HE Diploma
D: 21 credits M: 24 credits P: 0 credits

Full award diploma (Medicine and Medical Biosciences OR Biomedical Sciences OR Science). Must also meet GCSE requirements as outlined on website.

Scottish Higher
BBC

To include Chemistry and Biology at grade B, and supplemented by 2 Scottish Advanced Highers at BC. Must also meet GCSE/National 5 requirements as outlined on website.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
29 points

14 points at Higher Level, including a minimum grade 5 in Biology and Chemistry. At Standard Level, a minimum score of 5 must be attained in Maths and English, if at least a 6 (B) has not previously been attained in GCSE/IGCSE Maths and English. We accept both Mathematics: analysis & approaches and Mathematics: applications & interpretations.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
M2, M2, M3

Combinations of individual Pre-U subjects and A Levels are acceptable. Biology and Chemistry at M2. Must also meet GCSE requirements as outlined on website.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

A minimum of five passes at grade 4 (C) GCSE, including English Language, Mathematics and Double Science.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6.56.5 overall (including minimum 6.5 in Writing and a 6 in all other components)

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.

At City St George’s, we want to attract students who share our mission to improve the health of society, regardless of their background. That’s why our Contextual Admissions schemes take into consideration additional information from your application, like the school you attended or the area you live in or if you have been in care, to make the admissions process fairer. Further details on Contextual Admissions are available on our website.

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.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

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