BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science with Foundation Year

at Canterbury Christ Church University

• The four-year programme begins with a foundation year covering fundamental topics in biology, chemistry, mathematics, and academic skills to prepare for degree-level study. 
• The subsequent three years comprise the Biomedical Science degree, where students take modules exploring human anatomy, physiology, cell biology, genetics, and pathology. 
• Significant emphasis is placed on developing practical laboratory skills across a range of biological and biomedical techniques. 
• In the final year, students undertake an independent research project focused on an area of biomedical science of their choice. 
• Successful graduates are qualified for careers in laboratory medicine, pharmaceutical research, biotechnology industries, and postgraduate study.

Course Modules

• Biochemistry 1
• Statistics and Introduction to R Software
• Cell Biology and Genetics
• Microbiology and Human Health
• Biochemistry 2
• Human Anatomy and Introduction to Human Physiology

Important Dates

Interested students should keep checking the university's website regularly to find out when they can start applying again. The website will have the latest information on when the application process will reopen. Apply four to six months before the intake, and prepare all necessary documents using a checklist. UniScholars is available for further guidance.

• To be eligible, applicants must have completed the standard 12th year of education with an average of 60% marks, along with an additional year of study.
•  For undergraduate programmes, all applicants need to demonstrate English proficiency through the IELTS exam or an equivalent test, scoring a minimum overall band of 6.0, with at least 6.0 in writing and no less than 5.5 in the other sections. These are the minimum academic and language requirements for consideration into the undergraduate course.
• The student must score an IELTS score of 6.0 overall, ensuring no individual section is below 5.5.

Canterbury Christ Church University charges between £ 14,500/Yr to £ 16,800/yr as tuition fees for the BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science with Foundation Year programme. Students are advised to regularly check the university's website for any changes to the programme fees, as these fees are updated yearly. The fees may vary depending on whether the student is a resident or from out of state, and whether they are enrolled as a full-time or part-time student.

Graduates from this programme are well-prepared for various careers in biomedical and healthcare. They can pursue roles in hospital and private pathology laboratories, working as biomedical scientists analysing samples and supporting disease diagnosis. The degree also opens up opportunities in medical research, both in universities and commercial research organisations, investigating new treatments and therapeutic interventions.