Keele University

Medical Sciences | Top-up BSc (Hons)

Keele UniversityStaffordshire, UK

Course overview

Our BSc Medical Sciences Top-up programme provides a one-year route to a full BSc degree for home and international students with an HND, FdSc, or equivalent qualification in bioscience. Covering key biomedical subjects from haematology to cancer biology, this degree enhances your learning through workshops, authentic assessments, and a short integrated placement. Whether you're aiming for further study or professional growth, you will graduate with the expertise and qualifications valued by employers in healthcare and biomedical sectors.

Key highlights

  • One-year route to a full BSc for HND or FdSc holders
  • Covers biomedical subjects from haematology to cancer biology
  • Short integrated placement built into the programme
  • Learning enhanced through workshops and authentic assessments
  • Prepares graduates for further study or healthcare and biomedical careers

Entry requirements

  • HNC / HND: Merit — with a grade of Merit or above

Scholarships

  • Article 26 Sanctuary Scholarships

    A full tuition fee waiver for up to 4 years; A cash award of £1200 each year towards living costs.

  • International Baccalaureate Global Scholarship

    Awards of £1,000 for international students undertaking the International Baccalaureate Diploma.

    Up to £1,000
  • Placement Bursary Initiative

    The Placement Bursary Initiative could be worth up to £500 during your unpaid/paid, non-mandatory placement.

  • The Advanced Entry Scholarship (UG)

    Awards of £3,000 will be awarded towards the tuition fee for the year of entry for students who exceed published entry requirements.

    Up to £3,000
  • Undergraduate Global Scholarship (UG)

    Eligible students will be awarded £3,000 per annum for every year studied (up to 4 years, not including placement years).

    Up to £3,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Biomedical scientist
  • Laboratory technician
  • Clinical research associate
  • Healthcare scientist
  • Research assistant
  • Medical sales representative

Cost of study

UK/Home: £10,050 | International: £18,200

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Keele University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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