BSc Biomedical Science including Foundation Year
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science, covering human physiology at the level of organ systems, cells, genes, and biochemistry. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques. The four-year programme includes a foundation year covering biology, chemistry, and academic skills before specialising in biomedical science. The course prepares graduates for careers in academic and industry research, further study such as PhDs, and graduate entry Medicine.
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Entry requirements
UCAS points: 48 (or above) Typical qualification requirements: A Level: DD, 48 tariff points to include a relevant Science subject but exclude General Studies. Welsh BACC: N/A BTEC: BTEC Extended Diploma Pass Pass Pass or BTEC Diploma Pass Pass in a relevant subject. Access to HE: Pass Access to HE Diploma in Science with a minimum of 48 UCAS Tariff points. T Level: Pass (D or E). Additional requirements include: The University normally requires a minimum 3 GCSEs including Mathematics and English at Grade C/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
- Starting your University Journey
- The Science of Life: Foundations in Biology
- Chemistry in Action: Science That Shapes the World
- The Impact Challenge
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science including Foundation Year 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 including Foundation Year 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 including Foundation Year 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 including Foundation Year at University of South Wales?
The typical offer is DD at A level. The average entrant had 104 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biomedical Science including Foundation Year 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).