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Bachelor of Applied Biomedical Science NHS placement

University of Essex

  • Colchester, United Kingdom
  • 4 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Bachelor

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About the program

Bachelor of Science in Applied Biomedical Science (NHS placement) is a 4-year full-time undergraduate degree offered by the School of Life Sciences at the University of Essex.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Demonstrate a structured understanding of core principles in Applied Biomedical Science NHS placement. Apply relevant analytical
  • Practical and research methods to subject-specific problems. Communicate findings clearly and evaluate evidence through academic work and projects.

Career outcomes

  • NHS
  • Andrology
  • Clinical perfusion
  • Microbiology
  • Toxicology
  • Biotechnology
  • Forensic science
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Postgraduate medicine programmes
  • Postgraduate research programmes
  • Primary and secondary science and biology teaching

Curriculum

  • 4-Year full-time course in Applied Biomedical Science (NHS placement)
  • 480 Credits in total
  • Taught by the School of Life Sciences. Compulsory modules include Quantitative methods for Life Sciences
  • Molecular Cell Biology
  • Microbiology
  • Biochemistry of Macromolecules
  • Genetics and Evolution
  • Anatomy and Physiology. Optional modules let students tailor the degree. The course includes Research Project in Life Sciences. An optional placement year is available.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • UK entry: GCSE: Mathematics C/4. Plus one of the level 3 qualifications below: 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A-levels
  • Including B in Chemistry or Biology or equivalent
  • Equivalent science subjects include Maths
  • Psychology
  • Statistics
  • Physics
  • Applied Science or Human Biology.
  • International equivalents are listed by country on the course page.

Accepted academic background

Secondary school leaving qualifications (A-levels, IB, BTEC, Access to HE or recognised international equivalent by country) plus GCSE English C/4 or equivalent, Some courses need subject grades, Auditions (East 15) or interviews.

Documents you’ll need

  • English Language Test Results
  • Personal Statement.

How to apply

  1. Check the course page
  2. Entry requirements and UCAS code. Apply through UCAS (Essex institution code E70) or
  3. If not applying via UCAS
  4. Directly online. Pay the UCAS fee if applying through UCAS. Provide qualifications
  5. Personal statement
  6. Reference and English evidence (GCSE English C/4 or equivalent if you need a Student visa). Attend an audition or interview if the course page requires one. After an offer
  7. Pay a tuition fee deposit or show recognised sponsor funding to receive your CAS (deposit is not needed for UCAS applicants). Apply for a Student visa with the CAS and proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year£25,600 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£36,427 GBP

Program details

CampusColchester Campus
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Science and Health
DepartmentSchool of Life Sciences
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value480
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2
Scholarship note2027-28 International Undergraduate Scholarship: 5000 GBP first-year tuition reduction for overseas fee-paying students from listed countries, Including Cambodia. Individual nationality, Fee status and other conditions apply.

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 4 years.