Biomedical Science with Foundation Year

Canterbury Christ Church University
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4 Years MedicineBiomedical sciences

A-Level Entry

DDE

Avg. Graduate Salary

£28,000

About this course

The foundation year will introduce you to study at university and your chosen subject. It also provides a highly supportive environment where you can develop your self-confidence.

Our BSc Biomedical Science has been designed to provide you with a broad understanding of the scientific basis of both human health and disease, and to help you learn the critical scientific skills that you need to allow you to succeed in a rapidly changing employment environment.

In our state-of-the-art laboratories you’ll develop the practical skills desired by industry employers and have the chance to undertake specialist training to meet your own individual career aspirations, including an optional placement, internships where available, and volunteer opportunities.

Several medically related disciplines are covered in this course, including anatomy and physiology, histology, genetics, biochemistry and microbiology. In addition to lectures, seminars, and workshops, you'll complete intensive practical weeks.

Top reasons to study with us

  • 100% of our students were satisfied overall with their course in the subject area of Molecular Biology, Biophysics and Biochemistry. National Student Survey 2022

  • You’ll be taught by a dynamic team of research-active staff who are committed to providing a rich learning environment that is stimulating and fun.

  • Our Life Sciences Industry Liaison Lab is located at Discovery Park, which is a thriving part of the South East’s life science community. Here you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with scientists involved in research and development from the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and life sciences industries.

    Professional accreditation Our course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Accredited degrees contain a solid academic foundation in biological knowledge and key skills and prepare graduates to address the needs of employers.

    Specialist facilities Our Verena Holmes building, at the heart of our Canterbury Campus, houses impressive lab equipment, including a full set of science laboratories and an excellent team of highly qualified lab technicians to support you.

    Location This course is run at our Canterbury Campus in Kent. Canterbury is just 50 miles south-east of London and less than an hour by high-speed train from St Pancras. Located on a UNESCO World Heritage Site the campus offers state-of-the-art buildings, right in the centre of a vibrant and world-famous cathedral city. You’ll benefit from a campus with excellent learning and teaching resources, music venues, a superb sports centre, a well-stocked bookshop and plenty of coffee bars and places to eat. A short walk away is Augustine House our award-winning library and home to a vast range of learning resources and student support teams.

    Modules For a list of core and likely optional modules, please visit our website.

    • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades DDE
    BTEC MPP

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3111 Laboratory technicians
    2111 Chemical scientists
    2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
    3115 Quality assurance technicians
    3119 Science, engineering and production technicians
    2482 Quality assurance and regulatory professionals

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Canterbury
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Medicine, Biomedical sciences
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £28,000

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    Canterbury Christ Church University

    Canterbury

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