BSc Biomedical Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science. Core topics include Statistics, Research Methods, Clinical Skills, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The course includes an optional summer work placement with a public, private or voluntary sector employer, and a final-year Research Project.
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Entry requirements
UCAS points: 96 (or above) Typical qualification requirements: A Level: CCC to include Biology and one other Science such as Chemistry or Physics but to exclude General Studies. Welsh BACC: Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales Grade C and CC at A Level to include Biology and one other Science such as Chemistry or Physics but to exclude General Studies (this is equivalent to 104-80 UCAS tariff points). Science Requirement: Applicants taking Science A levels in England will need to pass the practical element alongside achieving the requested grade(s) BTEC: BTEC Extended Diploma Merit Merit Merit in a relevant subject which must include Biology modules Access to HE: Pass an Access to HE Diploma in Science and obtain a minimum of 96 UCAS tariff points T Level: Pass (C and above) Additional requirements include: The University normally requires a minimum 5 GCSEs including Mathematics/Numeracy and English at Grade C or Grade 4 or above, or their equivalent, but consideration is given to individual circumstances.
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What students say
Based on about 19 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 87%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 87%
What graduates do next
Based on about 5 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 45%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 25%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 48%
- Therapy professionals: 30%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 6%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 3%
- Caring personal services: 3%
- Find their work meaningful: 97%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 91%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 88%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 480 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 1%
- London: 1%
- South East: 2%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 91%
Who gets in
Based on about 55 students who started
- A levels: 67%
- Access course: 4%
- A degree: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 21%
- Other qualifications: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 2%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
Modules
- Skills and Professional Development 1 *
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Skills for biomedical scientists in practice 2
- Anatomy, Physiology and Pharmacology
- Microorganisms and disease
- Cellular Pathology and Disease Processes
- Human Molecular Genetics
- Professional Practice and Placement
- Research Project and Career Development *
- Modern Molecular Advances
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science at University of South Wales earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £28,500 after 3 years, £33,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,000 and £38,500. The £33,500 median after five years is £5,500 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science at University of South Wales do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biomedical Science at University of South Wales?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Biomedical Science at University of South Wales?
The typical offer is CCC at A level. The average entrant had 104 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biomedical Science at University of South Wales accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).