BSc Biomedical Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Neuroscience, grounded in the biomedical sciences. Core topics include Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Clinical Skills, and Communication & Writing. Final-year students who achieve a predicted 2:1 or above are guaranteed an interview for the graduate-entry Medicine MBChB, subject to passing the UCAT or GAMSAT. The course concludes with an independent research project, and two optional modules allow specialisation in the final year.
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Entry requirements
UCAS tariff points: 96 - 104 A-level: CCC - must include A-Level Biology, Human Biology or Chemistry and A-Level in another science, Maths or Statistics A-level: BCC - must include A Level Biology, Human Biology or Chemistry BTEC National Extended Diploma: MMM/DMM T-level: Pass (C or above)
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What students say
Based on about 7 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 98%
- Learning opportunities: 98%
- Assessment and feedback: 87%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 91%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 82%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 14 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 30%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 40%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Nursing Professionals: 54%
- Therapy professionals: 21%
- Other Health Professionals: 13%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 3%
- Caring personal services: 2%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 90%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 430 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 69%
- East of England: 2%
- London: 2%
- South East: 3%
- South West: 13%
- Wales: 4%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a biomedical scientist.
- Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Cell Biology
- Health and Disease
- Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Chemistry for the Life Sciences
- Introduction to Evolution and Genetics
- Professional Development in Biomedical Science
- Systems Physiology 1
- Molecular and Cellular Biology
- Microbiology
- Clinical Immunology
- Research and Professional Development in Healthcare
- Research Project
- Infection Science and Antimicrobial Resistance
- Haematology and Transfusion Science
- Cell Pathology
- Neuroendocrinology
- Clinical Biochemistry for Biomedical Science
- Pharmacology
- The Biochemistry of Cancer
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science at University of Worcester earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £28,000 after 3 years, £30,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £37,000. The £30,500 median after five years is £8,500 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science at University of Worcester 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 at University of Worcester?
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 at University of Worcester?
The typical offer is CCC at A level. The average entrant had 106 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biomedical Science at University of Worcester accredited?
Yes. Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a biomedical scientist. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
Does BSc Biomedical Science at University of Worcester include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Biomedical Science at University of Worcester?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.