Biomedical Science with Foundation Year at University of Roehampton - UCAS

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Course summary

Why this course?

  • We are ranked 3rd in London for student satisfaction in Biomedical Sciences (National Student Survey)
  • 1st in London for student satisfaction in Biosciences (National Student Survey)
  • 3rd in the UK for Biosciences for Academic Support (National Student Survey)
About this course: Improving human health has never been a bigger global challenge. Get the specialist, practical skills you need to play a part in advancing the treatment and prevention of disease. Skills: Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science, you’ll gain a strong foundation in the science behind the human body, disease, treatment and prevention by studying:
  • Cell biology
  • Molecular biology
  • Pharmacology: the branch of medicine concerned with the use and effect of drugs
  • Immunology: the study of all aspects of the immune system.
Career opportunities: Our graduates go on to work in different specialisms within the biomedical sciences, such as:
  • Microbiology
  • Haematology
  • Immunology
  • Cellular sciences
  • Drug discovery
  • Genetics
  • Neuroscience.
Many take on roles in the NHS and biopharmaceutical industry. Others choose to work with local communities to improve access to healthcare.

Modules

During the foundation year, you will complete core modules in English and Mathematics, as well as an extended project which will develop your skills in carrying out research, using scholarly sources, drawing comparisons between your own research and that of others and documenting your findings. You will study two modules in Life Sciences which will give you the opportunity to explore methods of scientific thinking and reasoning in an enquiry-based way. You will also be introduced to key concepts in human physiology that are common cornerstones of the different degree programmes.

Qualified teacher status (QTS)

To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:

  • Course does not award QTS

How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
B944
Institution code:
R48
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Please see https://www.roehampton.ac.uk/applying/undergraduate-entry-requirements/


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6with a minimum of 5.5 in each band
TOEFL (iBT)80with the following minimum scores: Reading: 18 Writing: 17 Listening: 17 Speaking: 20
PTE Academic59with no less than 59 in any band
Cambridge English AdvancedCgrade C in tests prior to 2015 with no less than 'weak' in any band

We may accept other high school English qualifications if you are applying for an undergraduate degree. Please contact us at [email protected] to clarify.

English Language requirements

https://www.roehampton.ac.uk/international/entry-requirements/


Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

EU £15000 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
International £15000 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Please note the fee amounts listed are from 2023. In some cases fees will increase for the following year.
Biomedical Science with Foundation Year at University of Roehampton - UCAS