BSc Biomedicine with Foundation Year
Course overview
The four-year BSc Biomedicine with Foundation Year at Birkbeck University, London, begins with a full-time Foundation Year that prepares students for undergraduate study. The Foundation Year covers basic knowledge of biology and chemistry through core modules such as Biology 1, 2, and 3; Chemistry 1, 2, and 3; and the Fundamentals of Study module. Internationally recognised researchers teach students, and completing this first year gives students access to the main three-year BSc Biomedicine.
After the Foundation Year, the BSc programme covers a wide range of biomedical disciplines, including biochemistry, cell biology, chemistry, drug discovery, genetics, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, and physiology, with attention to how they relate to public health. Students learn through face-to-face lectures, laboratory practicals, tutorials, and problem-solving classes and are assessed through practical lab work and a final-year laboratory-based research project, providing students with both theoretical and hands-on experience. The degree is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB).
Entry requirements
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re assessed based on each person’s qualifications, knowledge, and previous work experience. Formal entry requirements may be waived if the applicant shows sufficient academic potential.
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants for the BSc Biomedicine with Foundation Year at Birkbeck, University of London, must have a UCAS tariff score of 48 points with some evidence of prior study in a science-related subject to be considered.
English Language requirements:
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Applicants whose first language is not English or who have not studied in English before must provide evidence of English proficiency. This is usually an IELTS Academic score of 6.5 overall, with no section below 6.0.
Career opportunities
The BSc Biomedicine with Foundation Year from Birkbeck, University of London, prepares graduates for a variety of career roles, including:
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Drug-Discovery Scientist
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Microbiologist
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Laboratory Technologist
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Health Data Analyst
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Clinical Trials Co-ordinator
Cost of study
For the 2026/2027 academic year, full-time international students on the BSc Biomedicine with Foundation Year at Birkbeck, University of London, are required to pay £18,500. The fee may increase annually.
Admission
You can apply directly through the university's online application portal. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.
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