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Medical Science (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)

Bournemouth University

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UCAS CODE: B101

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    23-SEP-24

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary


Medical Science focuses on the cutting-edge science that underpins modern medicine, fostering new discoveries and technologies which improve healthcare. Learn how our bodies work, how disease is treated and how new technology is evolving in this field.


Why study BSc (Hons) Medical Science (with Foundation Year option) at BU?

- Focus on the cutting-edge science that underpins modern medicine, fostering new discoveries and technologies which improve healthcare- Learn how our bodies work, how disease is treated and how new technology is evolving in this field- As your degree progresses, choose to concentrate your learning on human health and disease or the role of psychology in medical science via the optional units offered- Develop skills to evaluate scientific literature to understand how evidence-based decisions are made in medical sciences and apply these to conduct your final year research- We have recently invested in new state-of-the-art laboratory facilities so that you will have the best possible learning environment for developing the necessary practical skills for a career in medical science and the various opportunities it brings- You have the option to undertake a placement, allowing you to put your skills into practice ensuring that when you graduate, you'll be career ready. 90% of students are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduating (DiscoverUni 2023).Your degree will be centred around developing the skills you need to work in professional practice, as well as equipping you with a variety of transferable skills that will give you a range of career options. We expect our graduates will find work in scientific, technical or research fields relating to their chosen pathway, for example: - Developing augmented reality to transform surgical procedures - Biopsychosocial - further research into the understanding of the human condition.  We have a


foundation year

option for students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course. This additional year of study will give you a grounding in the scientific skills required for this course, building your confidence, knowledge and skills for further study. After successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress to the full degree.

Application deadline

31 January

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 18,800per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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UCAS Points : 48 - 72

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University information

Bournemouth University

  • University League Table

    55th

  • Campus address

    Bournemouth University, Talbot Campus, Fern Barrow, Poole, Poole, BH12 5BB, England

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