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Biomedical Science

Study level:
Undergraduate

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Study mode:
Full-time
Qualification:
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Duration:
3 Years
Start date:
09/2026
Campus:
Peel Park Campus
2025-20262026-2027
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Course summary

We are delighted to have won Educational Institution of the Year award at IBMS Awards 2024 for this Biomedical Science programme.

Biomedical science is a vital part of modern medicine, enabling diseases to be diagnosed, monitored and treated. Develop your understanding of healthcare and human disease processes with our BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science degree.

If you are interested in how modern research underpins the development of new therapies to improve healthcare, our course is perfectly placed to provide you with strong laboratory skills ready for future careers in medical laboratory research.

Advance your scientific knowledge and skills
Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), our course is structured to complement the integrated and multidisciplinary nature of the subject. Delivered across three years - or four if you choose to include a placement, you will explore biological principles relating to the normal function of the human body alongside receiving training in medical and disease-related topics including pathophysiology, cell pathology, clinical immunology, haematology and genetics.

Throughout your studies, you will develop strong laboratory skills. As a biomedical science student, you will spend lots of time in our advanced Bodmer laboratories. These well-equipped, purpose-built facilities ensure your learning remains at the cutting-edge of innovation and discovery. The labs host industry-standard instrumentation, including cell culture facilities, histology specimen preparation station, fluorescence spectroscopy and microscopy.

Get closer to industry
Complementing your laboratory-based sessions at Salford, you will experience visits to local pathology laboratories and receive guest lectures from external NHS specialists and biomedical scientists. You will have the option to take an industry placement between years two and three. Recent biomedical science students have completed placements with leading laboratories at Wythenshawe Hospital, Manchester Royal Infirmary, and Aintree Hospital.

Through our dedicated GEMMS programme, we also support Biomedicine graduates to prepare for postgraduate pathways into medicine or physician associate studies through mentorship and UKCAT/BMAT/GAMSAT training.

Features
• Develop laboratory skills ready for your graduate career
• Include an optional industry placement to boost your employability
• Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science
• Part-time option available

Modules

Year One:

  • Genetics
  • Molecules to Microbes
  • Human Anatomy
  • Biomedical Skills
  • Professional Practice
  • Cell Biology

Year Two:

  • Clinical and Molecular Genetics
  • Medical Biochemistry
  • Haematology and Transfusion
  • Pathophysiology
  • Traditional Research Skills
  • Human Physiology

Year Three:

  • Medical and Public Health Microbiology
  • Cell Pathology
  • Applied Biomedical Science
  • Clinical Immunology
  • Research Project

Assessment method

40%
Coursework

60%
Examination

Apply by
14 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
B900
Institution code:
S03
Campus name:
Peel Park Campus
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
B900
Institution code:
S03
Campus name:
Peel Park Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 112 points

A level

112 UCAS points. At least two full A levels required, including grade C in A level Biology. A Pass in the practical element of Science A levels is required.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DMM

Suitable Science subject. Must include at least four good Science modules, such as Anatomy, Physiology, Biology, Chemistry.

Access to HE Diploma

112 UCAS points from a QAA Approved Level 3 Access to HE Diploma in a suitable Science subject.

Scottish Higher

112 UCAS points from Higher Level, to include an appropriate science subject.

AS

Only accepted alongside at least two full A levels.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

Only acceptable alongside other A level equivalent qualifications.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)

Only acceptable alongside other A level equivalent qualifications.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)

Only acceptable alongside other A level equivalent qualifications.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 30 points

30 points including 4 in Higher Level Biology

Extended Project

Only acceptable alongside other A level equivalent qualifications.

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

112 UCAS points from Higher Level, to include an appropriate Science Subject.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

Grade C or 4 (or above) in GCSE Maths and English is required.

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Data from:
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Date range:
2022-2024

Grades held by accepted students

For University of Salford, the top and bottom 5% of student grades have been removed from these calculations. This change helps to remove any extraordinary circumstances that could impact the data. Learn more here .
CCD Most common
  1. ABB
  2. Highest grades
  3. CDD
  4. Lowest grades

Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

99% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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Student Outcomes

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55 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

76 Go onto work and study

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