BSc Biomedical Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science, a biomedical science degree focusing on foundational scientific principles and laboratory practice. This course includes a compulsory foundation year. The course begins with a foundation year designed to build fundamental competencies and laboratory skills. Students complete compulsory modules including Chemistry, Mathematics, Essential Science Skills, and Biological Sciences.
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Entry requirements
64 points at A2 including Chemistry or Biology or Environmental science or Applied Science BTEC Extended Diploma: MPP including science BTEC Diploma: MM including science Pass Access Course: 64 UCAS points including science International Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass with 64 points from Higher Level Subjects including science T Level - P (D or E) in Science or Healthcare Science IELTS: 6.0 with no component lower than 5.5 GCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English
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What students say
Based on about 36 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 86%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 78%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 77%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 75%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 110 students who started
- Continued on course: 74%
- Gained a higher qualification: 1%
- Left higher education: 25%
What graduates do next
Based on about 35 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 9%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Administrative occupations: 25%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 15%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 45%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 25 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- North West: 90%
- South East: 10%
Who gets in
Based on about 95 students who started
- A levels: 93%
- Access course: 3%
- Other HE qualification: 4%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Chemistry
- Mathematics
- Essential Science Skills
- Biological Sciences
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science at University of Lancashire earn?
The median salary is £24,500 after 15 months, £26,000 after 3 years, £28,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,500 and £40,500. The £28,000 median after five years is £11,000 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science at University of Lancashire do next?
79% 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 Lancashire?
86% 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 Lancashire?
The average entrant had 116 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biomedical Science at University of Lancashire accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
How many students continue on BSc Biomedical Science at University of Lancashire?
74% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.