BSc Medical Sciences
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Medical Sciences. Core topics include Statistics, Research Methods, Clinical Skills, and Ethics & Professional Practice. The course includes two one-week clinical placements and a dissertation module involving human cadaveric dissection at Cardiff University. The programme is one of the feeder pathways to Cardiff University's graduate-entry medicine course.
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Entry requirements
UCAS Points: 118 (or above) Typical qualification requirements: A Level: BBB or ABC to include Biology but to exclude General Studies. Welsh BACC: Grade B and BB at A Level to include Biology but to exclude General Studies BTEC: Extended Diploma Distinction Distinction Merit in a relevant subject which must include Biology modules Access to HE: Science Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits equating to 24 Distinctions (18 from Science) from Science units, 18 Merits and 3 Passes. Other combinations equating to 118 UCAS tariff points are acceptable T Level: Pass (C and above) Students studying may transfer to BSc (Hons) Medicals Sciences, provided they achieve an average mark of 70% or higher in their foundation year, with no module grade below 60% Offers are subject to successful interview Please note: Please note that A Level Chemistry is also required if you are considering applying to Cardiff Medical School after studying at USW. BTEC qualifications are no longer accepted by Cardiff University Medical School. Access to Higher Education courses: Cardiff University School of Medicine will only accept the Agored Cymru Access to HE Diploma (Medicine) course. Additional requirements include: For entry to this course 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. However, if looking to progress to graduate entry medicine at university after completing your degree with us, we would advise you to check their entry criteria as the GCSE/IELTS requirement could be higher and you would be expected to meet these requirements irrespective of your degree or any level 3 qualifications/results you have achieved. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check on the Child & Adult Workforce and Child & Adult Barring List and subscription to the DBS Update Service is required.
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What students say
Based on about 13 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 98%
- Learning opportunities: 95%
- Assessment and feedback: 91%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 96%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 97%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 30%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 30%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- Baccalaureate: 10%
- Access course: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.
Modules
- Skills and Professional Development 1*
- Diversity of Cellular Life
- Genetics and Evolution
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Human Growth and Development
- Clinical and Professional Practice 1
- Cellular Pathology and Disease Processes
- Microorganisms and disease
- Human Molecular Genetics
- Anatomy, Physiology and Pharmacology
- Clinical and Professional Practice 2
- Research Project and Career Development*
- Human Structure
- Global Health Challenges
- Modern Molecular Advances
- Regenerative Medicine
- Human Variation
- Bench to Bedside
Questions about this course
What do graduates of BSc Medical Sciences at University of South Wales do next?
70% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Medical Sciences at University of South Wales?
98% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Medical Sciences at University of South Wales?
The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 149 UCAS points.
Is BSc Medical Sciences at University of South Wales accredited?
Yes. This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.