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BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science Bachelor's degree at Wrexham University
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science at Wrexham University is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) and is a nationally recognised UK degree.
BSc (Hons)
Award
3
Years
Full-time
Study mode
90%
in work/study (15m)
About this course
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science is a Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons)) at Wrexham University. It runs 3 years, studied full-time.
For Subjects allied to medicine graduates from this provider, 90% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 95% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £28,500. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Medicine & Dentistry, see the sections below.
Course evidence score
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
8.5
/ 10
Excellent
3 of 3 official measures
Student satisfaction
What students say in the National Student Survey
Excellent85
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Graduate outcomes
In work or further study 15 months after graduating
Exceptional90
Limited evidence Published sample: 25; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2022-23. Graduate Outcomes work or further study 90% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Continuation
Students who continue past their first year
Excellent80
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2021-23. Continuation 80% (2021-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
YEAR 1 (LEVEL 4) 6 modules
- Professional Practice for the Biomedical and Life Sciences
Module details
This module aims to introduce you to the theoretical, practical and professional aspects of the Biomedical and Life Sciences.
- Maths and Statistics for Science
Module details
This module will bring you up to the required mathematical level for university science programmes. Examples will also be given on the applications of maths and statistics in forensic science, biochemistry and biomedical science.
- Health, Wellbeing and the Body
Module details
This module aims to develop your understanding of the normal physiological functioning of the main body systems, and the maintenance of homeostasis in healthy individuals.
- Cell Biology, Biochemistry and Genetics
Module details
This module will introduce you to laboratory techniques used for the study of cell biology, biochemistry and genetics, including microscopy, protein assays, DNA extraction, PCR and gel electrophoresis.
- Essential skills for the Life Sciences
Module details
You will be introduced to key methods in qualitative and quantitative analysis and taught contamination avoidance procedures
- Introduction to Immunology and Microbiology
Module details
This module will equip you with core knowledge in the fields of microbiology and immunology. You will carry out practical work in microbiology and pathology laboratories in a safe and professional manner.
YEAR 2 (LEVEL 5) 6 modules
- Advanced Laboratory Skills for the Biomedical and Life Sciences
Module details
This module will introduce you to advanced biomedical and life science laboratory techniques, to develop an understanding of regulatory issues, health and safety, and the application of academic knowledge in a pathology laboratory context.
- Cell and Molecular Biology
Module details
The module aims to develop further knowledge and understanding of cell and molecular biology that builds on the anatomy, physiology and cell biology learnt at level 4.
- Blood Sciences
Module details
This module aims to focus on clinical and current research topics in hematology and clinical biochemistry (blood sciences).
- Cellular and Histopathology
Module details
This module aims to focus on clinical and current research topics in cytology and histopathology.
- Applied and Medical Microbiology
Module details
This module will develop your skills and knowledge in microbiology.
- Research Methods
Module details
This module is intended to develop your understanding of what is required in academic research and provide support in preparing you for your dissertation.
YEAR 3 (LEVEL 6) 5 modules
- Research Project40 credits
Module details
The aim of this module is to develop your skills in practical research and research methods in preparation for postgraduate study/graduate level employment.
- Biology of Disease
Module details
This module provides an overview of the concept of disease within the context of the normal physiological mechanisms. The module will explore pathophysiology of common conditions, beginning with a critical understanding of the pathological mechanisms of selected tissues, organs and organ systems and related pharmacology.
- Clinical Genetics and Cancer Biology
Module details
This module will focus on clinical and current research topics in genetics and cancer biology.
- Infectious Disease, Immunity and Inflammation
Module details
This module aims to provide you with a detailed understanding of infectious disease, immunity and inflammation in a clinical setting.
- Advances in Medicine - Diagnostics and Therapeutics
Module details
This module aims to provide an insight to current diagnostics and therapeutics in a clinical setting.
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
This course emphasises practical clinical placement and skills from the outset, preparing you for biomedical practice. You'll usually begin with core biomedical sciences, anatomy, physiology and pathology taught by body system, alongside clinical and communication skills such as patient history-taking and examination. Years 1 and 2 also cover population health and ethics. From Year 3 onwards, a course like this typically moves into hospital and general practice placements across medicine and various specialties, with opportunities to explore areas of particular interest through student-selected components, often involving research. You may pursue specialisations such as clinical placements, surgery, general practice, psychiatry, research through intercalation, or the foundation programme. The course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science, ensuring your qualification meets professional standards.
Who it's for
Most entrants to this course held A-levels or equivalent qualifications, with 60% of accepted students coming in with this background. The typical UCAS tariff band among accepted students was 96–111 points. This course suits those with a strong interest in biomedical science and a commitment to developing both theoretical knowledge and practical laboratory skills within a healthcare context.
Careers & job market
Across Medicine and Dentistry courses nationally, 89% of graduates were in work or further study 15 months after graduating. Of those working, 75% were in highly skilled roles or pursuing further study. National earnings data shows starting salaries (at 15 months) typically ranged from £27,000 to £32,000, rising to £24,650–£34,800 after three years and £29,325–£41,400 after five years. These figures reflect national graduate outcomes and are not university-specific guarantees. The IBMS accreditation enhances professional recognition within biomedical science careers.
University & format
This BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science is studied full-time over 3 years at Wrexham University, located in Wrexham. Teaching is in English. The university is a UK degree-awarding body, and the course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), so your degree is nationally recognised and meets professional requirements for biomedical practice. The university also offers bursaries and scholarships; consult its funding pages for details.
Student satisfaction
How students on this course answered the National Student Survey, by theme.
Share of students responding positively. Overall student satisfaction: 85%.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Application timelineWhat happens next
- 2027 entryCompleted applications can be submitted
Your application needs a reference before you can send it.
- 2026 entryFinal date for 2026 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2026 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
- 2027 entryEqual-consideration deadline
18:00 UK time for most undergraduate courses.
Show 5 later dates
- 2027 entryUCAS Extra opens
Applicants who used all five choices and hold no offer may be able to add another choice.
- 2027 entryLast day applications go directly to providers
Applications received after 18:00 UK time are entered into Clearing.
- 2027 entryClearing opens
Eligible applicants can see vacancies and release themselves into Clearing.
- 2027 entryFinal date for 2027 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2027 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
Published entry96-112 typical offer
Provider-published requirement; check the linked course page before applying.
AccreditationHCPC
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Entry & how to get in
Typical offer (from the provider)The university’s course page lists a typical A-level offer of 96-112. Always check the provider for the current offer and subject requirements.
Most entrants held A-levels or equivalent60% of accepted students came in with A-levels or equivalent (entrants over recent years).
Typical UCAS tariff: 96 - 111 pointsThe most common UCAS tariff band among accepted students. This is what entrants had, not a stated requirement.
Professionally accreditedAccredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)
Entry requirements are set by the universityGrades, subjects and contextual offers vary. Check Wrexham University's official course page for the current offer.
Who gets in
What recently admitted students actually held, official admissions data, not a stated requirement.
UCAS tariff of entrants
Grades are the A-level equivalent of each points band. Tap a band to check your own chances below.
Qualifications held on entry
| Qualification | Share |
|---|---|
| A-levels or equivalent | 60% |
| a previous degree | 15% |
| another higher-education qualification | 15% |
| Other | 10% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Accessible entry
Accepted students came in with a broad spread of qualifications and UCAS points. If you're worried about grades, this course has historically taken a wide range, and contextual offers may apply.
Will you get in? Plot your grades
Pick your predicted A-levels and watch your UCAS points land on the real spread of students admitted to this course.
Your UCAS points0
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Each bar is the share of admitted students in that UCAS-points band (lower → higher). Grades show the A-level equivalent.
Add your grades to see where you land
Based on the official admitted-student tariff distribution. Many universities make contextual (reduced-grade) offers, so a result below the range doesn’t rule you out.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
Apply by13 January 2027, 18:00 UK timefor this course
Typical gradesBCCA-level equivalent admitted students held
UCAS codeBS21quote this on your application
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course (code BS21). One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by 13 January 2027, 18:00 UK time
UCAS equal-consideration deadline for most undergraduate courses. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
💡 Many universities make a contextual (reduced-grade) offer, for example based on your school’s results, time in care, or where you live. Ask Wrexham University whether you’re eligible before you apply; it can lower the grades you need.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Internationalset by the university
Set under Wales's student-finance system; the provider's page is authoritative.
Check fees at Wrexham University →If you normally live in Wales
Living at homeup to £10,685 / yr
Away from home, outside Londonup to £12,590 / yr
Away from home, in Londonup to £15,720 / yr
2026/27 total maintenance support from Student Finance Wales. How much of it is grant and how much is loan depends on household income; the total does not. If you normally live elsewhere, use your home funding body.
Check your entitlement with Student Finance Wales →Paying for it
- Tuition Fee Loan: paid directly to the university by Student Finance Wales.
- Maintenance support: a mix of grant and loan from Student Finance Wales, weighted to household income.
- Repayment: only above the income threshold, and written off at the end of the plan term.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
Wales runs its own system through Student Finance Wales; check studentfinancewales.co.uk for current rates.
Funding matched to this course
All Wrexham University funding →Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
Named awards published by the university. Compare the eligibility and application route before budgeting for one.
nursing and healthcare students eligible to work in Wales
Check eligibility →National funding for this subject
- NHS Learning Support Fund: Eligible nursing, midwifery and allied-health students can receive a non-repayable training grant. Official guidance
Amounts, exclusions and deadlines can change. An award is not guaranteed unless the university confirms it.
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Careers & earnings
What Medicine & Dentistry graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
Graduate earnings: this course
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £28,500 | £28,000 – £29,000 | 25 |
| 3 years after | £20,500 | £15,500 – £27,000 | 85 |
| 5 years after | £24,000 | £18,500 – £31,500 | 75 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Limited evidence. Published sample: 25; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2022-23.
Graduate outcomes, 15 months on: this course
90%
in work or further study 15 months on
95%
in highly skilled work or study
80%
continue past their first year
100%
find their work meaningful
95%
say work fits their future plans
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in medicine & dentistry · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Medicine & Dentistry nationally
Starting (15 months) HESA GO
£28,500
£27,000 – £32,000After 3 years LEO
£20,500
£24,650 – £34,800After 5 years LEO
£24,000
£29,325 – £41,400national rangethis course’s medianaxis £19,000 – £43,000
National figures for Medicine & Dentistry graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
What happened to 100 students?
Choose an outcome to translate the published percentage into a simple 100-person view. Each dot represents one percentage point, not an individual tracked student.
90 of 100
were in work or further study
15 months after graduation
85% working5% working and studying0% in further study95% in highly skilled work or study
Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2022-23. Limited evidence. Published sample: 25; treat comparisons cautiously. Cohort 2022-23. Each tab is a separate published measure; categories can overlap and should not be added together.
Value compared with similar courses
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Medicine & Dentistry courses at the same study level.
This course £24,000Peer median £34,500Middle 50% £31,500–£38,500
1st percentile
Compared with 804 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
UK occupations graduates enter
Published graduate destinations, joined conservatively to UK SOC 2020, ONS pay and Skills England demand.
- Therapy professionalsSOC 2020 222 · 60% of published destinations · ASHE median £37,338
- Nursing ProfessionalsSOC 2020 223 · 30% of published destinations · ASHE median £37,597
Discover Uni JOBLIST/JOBTYPE; ONS ASHE 2025 provisional, all employee jobs; Skills England Occupations in Demand 2025. SOC is shown only for an exact normalised label match; demand is shown only at exact four-digit SOC. Published sample: 70; response rate: 60%. Pay describes the occupation across workers, not a guaranteed graduate salary.
Job market & outlook
How Medicine & Dentistry graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
89%
in work or further study 15 months after graduating, across Medicine & Dentistry courses nationally.
Graduate Outcomes75%
of working graduates are in highly skilled work or further study.
highly skilled90%
of students continue past their first year (still enrolled or completed).
continuationHow AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Medicine & Dentistry graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- The NHS
- Private practice
- Research & academia
- Public health
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Medicine & Dentistry graduates.
Medicine-Focused Veterinary Surgeon | Patient Care LeaderMedivet & PartnersMedicine Service Delivery Manager - Operations ImprovementNHSMedicine Occupational Therapist - StaffordshirePulse HealthcarePart-Time Palliative Medicine Consultant | 1-in-5 On-CallEvora Hospice (formerly Southern Area Hospice Services)Consultant Medicine - ElderlyPertemps Medical ProfessionalsSpecialty Doctor in Acute MedicineTriple West MedicalLive from the StudySmarter job board · as of 2026-08-01.See all matching jobs
Is this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
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Student finance
Fees for this course are set under Wales's own student-finance system, not the England cap; check the provider's course page for the exact figure. If you normally live in Wales, Student Finance Wales can pay an eligible Tuition Fee Loan directly to the university, and maintenance support is a mix of grant and loan weighted to household income. You repay only above the income threshold.
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Where graduates go
90% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, with a median salary of £28,500. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
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Your entry chances
Use the UCAS points calculator above to see how your predicted grades compare with admitted students, and whether a contextual offer could apply.
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Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 8.5 out of 10: NSS 84.9% · in work or study 90% · continued 80%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
Wrexham University
All students8,560
International22.9%
Aged 25+65.3%
Medicine and dentistry across the UK
Students85,345
Aged 25+28.8%
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around Wrexham University, Wrexham
1,151 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Violent Crime 400Shoplifting 217Anti Social Behaviour 203Criminal Damage Arson 95Public Order 79
Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.
Is Medicine & Dentistry right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to Wrexham University from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is set per course by Wrexham University; international fees are typically £12,000–£30,000/year for classroom subjects and higher for lab/clinical ones. You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
Many universities offer international/global scholarships (often £2,000–£6,000/yr), check Wrexham University’s funding pages.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with Wrexham University and gov.uk before you apply.
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Common questions
How competitive is entry?
Entry is historically accessible, accepted students came in with a broad spread of qualifications. The most common tariff band among recent entrants was 96 - 111 UCAS points. Use the calculator on this page to see where your predicted grades would put you; many universities also make lower contextual offers.
What are the entry requirements?
Set by Wrexham University. Most accepted students held A-levels or equivalent. Check the university's course page for the exact offer.
What do graduates go on to do?
For Subjects allied to medicine graduates from this provider, 90% were in work or further study 15 months after graduating, 95% in highly skilled roles, typical earnings around £28,500. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
What will it cost me?
Fees for this course are set under Wales's own student-finance system, not the England cap; check the provider's course page for the exact figure. If you normally live in Wales, Student Finance Wales can pay an eligible Tuition Fee Loan directly to the university, and maintenance support is a mix of grant and loan weighted to household income. You repay only above the income threshold. See Fees & funding on this page to work out your numbers.
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