BMedSci Medical Science
Course overview
The De Montfort University BMedSci Medical Science course gives an insight into the way the human body works, whether in health or sickness. It is a coursework that integrates laboratory science with clinical practice so that the student would be ready to work in medical research and allied careers. The curriculum is presented through a block teaching system, which allows the students to focus on one subject at a time, resulting in improved study-life balance.
Learning in this course is through a combination of lectures, workshops, seminars, and hands-on laboratory sessions. Assessments include exams, coursework, presentations, and project reports. An optional placement year between the second and final year allows students to get real-world experience, applying their knowledge in a professional setting and improving their career prospects. The programme is fully accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.
Entry requirements
To be enrolled, you need to submit a personal statement and a relevant academic and/or employer reference is also required. You also have the option to upload your CV along with your applications to demonstrate your work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants need to have a minimum of 112 UCAS points from at least two A-levels. One of these A-levels must be in either Biology, Chemistry, or Human Biology, with a grade of C or higher.
- The university also welcomes qualifications equivalent to A-Levels and applications from mature students with non-standard qualifications.
English Proficiency:
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Applicants whose first language is not English are required to have an overall IELTS score of 6.5. Other equivalent test scores, such as TOEFL and PTE, are also accepted by the univers
Scholarships
Global Access Scholarship
Undergraduate - £2,000. Postgraduate - £3,000. Global Access Scholarship offering is a £3,500 discount.
Global Partnerships Scholarship
Sanctuary Scholarship
Stephen Lawrence Professional Scholarship
There are three scholarships available. Each scholarship provides: 50% off the cost of tuition fees, and £3,500 cash bursary each academic year.
Career opportunities
Graduates of this course transition into roles as:
- Medical research scientist
- Medical writer
- Clinical laboratory scientist
- Healthcare professional (via further study)
- Pharmacology technician
- Biomedical scientist
Cost of study
The tuition fee for the BMedSci Medical Science at De Montfort University is £16,750 for international students.
Admission
Applications are submitted through UCAS. Our experienced counsellors are available to you through this process.
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