BSc Biomedical Science with Foundation Year

The BSc Biomedical Science with Foundation Year at Birmingham City University is a four-year programme. It is for students who would benefit from additional preparation before starting the full degree. During the foundation year, students will be introduced to Science, Mathematics, and Academic Writing at a higher level.

Once the foundation year is complete, students move on to the main Biomedical Science degree. This includes studying cell biology, genetics, anatomy, and clinical biochemistry. The course has also been accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).

Learning is through lectures, lab work, tutorials, and workshops. Assessment methods include examinations, lab reports, presentations, and coursework.

Birmingham City University is a highly popular university in the UK. It welcomes 31,000 students from more than 100 countries. This approach is supported by investment, with over £400 million spent on university facilities.

The Biomedical Science course uses the Anatomage table in the Skills Classroom at City South Campus. This is a digital tool for studying anatomy. This resource lets students learn 3D anatomy in a virtual space, which works alongside traditional labs to improve their understanding of the human body.

Grade Requirements

• International students need 80 UCAS Tariff points from three A Levels to qualify for this course.
• A Science subject at A Level, or a Level 3 equivalent with a grade C or above, is considered.
• Applicants need a T Level in a Science subject, with an overall Pass (grade C or above).
• International students need an Access to HE Diploma Pass with 60 credits and 45 credits at level 3 in a Science subject.
• An International Baccalaureate Diploma with at least 24 points overall is accepted.

English Proficiency

• For international students, an overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum score of 6.0 in each component is required.

International students considering the BSc Biomedical Science with Foundation Year at Birmingham City University should anticipate paying between £16,000 and £17,690 for full-time study in the 2025/26 academic session.

Birmingham City University provides scholarships and bursaries for international students who need help with tuition fees and other costs. Merit-based scholarships can provide up to £2,000 for students with strong academic performance. 

The High Achiever's Scholarship offers £1,000 to excellent undergraduate students. Another funding opportunity is available through the Accelerate Programme Support, which awards students £1,000.

Graduates of the BSc Biomedical Science with Foundation Year degree from Birmingham City University are prepared for roles such as:

• Biomedical Scientist
• Clinical Laboratory Technician
• Research Assistant
• Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
• Forensic Science Analyst
• Public Health Officer

If you are interested in this course, support is provided to help you enrol at Birmingham City University. Contact AHZ counsellors today for personalised guidance.