BSc Biomedical Science with Foundation Year
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Neuroscience, covering biochemistry, molecular biology, immunology, physiology and pathophysiology, histology, and haematology. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Clinical Skills. The programme includes an integrated Foundation Year and a supervised dissertation project. Graduates may apply for HCPC registration as Biomedical Scientists upon completing the IBMS Registration Training Portfolio.
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Entry requirements
A level: CCD
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What students say
Based on about 6 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 84%
- Assessment and feedback: 73%
- Academic support: 86%
- Organisation and management: 50%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 79%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 40%
- Left higher education: 60%
What graduates do next
Based on about 113 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 84%
- Working and studying: 6%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 51%
- Other Health Professionals: 35%
- Caring personal services: 3%
- Therapy professionals: 2%
- Health associate professionals: 2%
- Find their work meaningful: 96%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 88%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 90%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 330 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 84%
- London: 5%
- South East: 4%
- South West: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 60%
- Access course: 5%
- A degree: 15%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 15%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Principles of Biology
- Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology
- Scientific Study Skills
- Mathematics and Computing for Science
- Biochemistry and Biomolecules
- Cell Biology
- Scientific Skills
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Scientific Skills for Biomedical Science
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Genetics and Molecular Biology
- Pharmacology and Toxicology
- Biology of Disease
- Infection and Immunity
- Developmental and Stem Cell Biology
- Haematology and Blood Transfusion
- Histology and Histopathology
- Advanced Biomedical Practice
- Dissertation
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science with Foundation Year at University of Suffolk earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £29,500 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £25,000 and £40,500. The £33,000 median after five years is £6,000 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science with Foundation Year at University of Suffolk do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biomedical Science with Foundation Year at University of Suffolk?
89% 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 with Foundation Year at University of Suffolk?
The typical offer is CCD at A level. The average entrant had 96 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biomedical Science with Foundation Year at University of Suffolk accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
How many students continue on BSc Biomedical Science with Foundation Year at University of Suffolk?
40% of students continued into their second year, and 60% left higher education.