Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science (Honors) with Sandwich Year

Biomedical scientists are involved in areas ranging from cancer screening to diagnosing HIV, from blood transfusion to the control of infections. This course is ideal if you are interested in learning about, or working in, laboratory investigation and the monitoring of diseases. It provides excellent grounding for many careers in science, health, and education, and for postgraduate studies, including medical and research degrees. This degree is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS). If you complete the IBMS Training Portfolio as well, you can apply to register as a Biomedical Scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). You'll gain first-hand experience of a busy research or diagnostic laboratory. This course gives you the opportunity to do an industrial placement, gaining a head start in your future career.

Degree 112-128 UCAS points from a minimum of three A-levels or equivalent Level 3 qualifications, Degree with foundation year 32.
A-levels to include Biology or Human Biology with a minimum of a grade C and at least one other science subject (Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Further Mathematics, Statistics or Marine Science). General Studies not accepted.
Alternatively, BTEC Extended Diploma in appropriate Science subject such as Science, Life Science, Applied Science, Medical Science or Forensic Science with grades DMM.

Candidates are normally required to hold five GCSE subjects at grade C/4 or above, including Mathematics and English Language.
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Pass English Language (A1/A2) with 4 or above at Higher Level (HL), or 5 or above at Standard Level (SL)
Pass English Language (B) with 4 or above at Higher Level (HL) only

English language requirements at Kingston University
TOEFL iBT - 80 Overall grades -(R=20, L=19, S=21, W=20) Individual skills
Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE) - 59 Overall grades-(R, L, S, W = 59) Individual skills
All non-UK applicants must meet our English language requirements. For this course it is Academic IELTS of 6.0, with no element below 5.5.