BSc Biomedical Science with Foundation Year
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Neuroscience, a four-year undergraduate programme covering biomedical science. Core topics include Data Analysis, Mathematical Modelling, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Clinical Skills, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The programme includes a 40-credit Final Year Research Project. This degree is recognised as a relevant background for graduate-entry medicine.
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Entry requirements
72 UCAS points required from level 3 qualifications. These can include: A-Levels at grades B and C (if you have two A-Levels) or grades D, D and D (if you have three), or above BTEC Extended Diploma with Merit, Merit, Pass Access to HE Diploma T-Levels You also need GCSE English and Maths (grade 9-4 / A*-C) or Level 2 equivalents.
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What students say
Based on about 8 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 98%
- Learning opportunities: 96%
- Assessment and feedback: 98%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 95%
- Learning resources: 97%
- Student voice: 97%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 25%
What graduates do next
Based on about 12 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 45%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 25%
- Administrative occupations: 20%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 20%
- Sales occupations: 20%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- 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 415 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 4%
- London: 40%
- South East: 41%
- South West: 6%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- No formal qualifications: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
- Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Gold for student experience, Bronze for student outcomes.
Modules
- Applied Health Professions
- Introduction to Applied Science
- Laboratory Practice
- Mathematics: Essential Skills for Scientific Study
- Personalised Learning
- Study Skills for Success
- Cell and Microbiology
- Essential Skills for Bioscientists
- Fundamentals of Chemistry
- Fundamentals of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Genetics and Disease
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Bioinformatics and Systems Biology
- Fundamentals of Pharmacology
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Haematology and Transfusion Science
- Research, Development and Leadership
- Infection and Immunity
- Final Year Research Project
- Cellular Pathology
- Clinical Immunology
- Clinical Microbiology and Infection Control
- Clinical Genetics and Cytogenomics
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science with Foundation Year at University of West London earn?
The median salary is £31,000 after 15 months, £31,000 after 3 years, £34,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £25,000 and £43,500. The £34,500 median after five years is £4,500 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science with Foundation Year at University of West London do next?
85% 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 West London?
98% 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 West London?
The typical offer is BC at A level. The average entrant had 68 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biomedical Science with Foundation Year at University of West London accredited?
Yes. Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
How many students continue on BSc Biomedical Science with Foundation Year at University of West London?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.