BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science

A minimum of 240 points from at least two A2 Levels or equivalent

Post-16 qualifications should include at least one science subject at A2 Level, preferably Biology

You should have GCSE English and Maths at Grade C or above, or Key Skills Communication and Application of Number at Level 2

If you've got other qualifications or relevant experience, check out the UCAS tariff conversion table via the UCAS website: www.ucas.com

The Access to Higher Education Diploma requires candidates to accumulate 60 credits, at least 45 of which are at Level 3. To study awards in Biomedical Science and Physiology at the University of Wolverhampton, students must further achieve at least a 'merit' in at least 27 of their Level 3 credits

International student language requirements and application guidance can be found at www.wlv.ac.uk/international/apply

Language entry requirements

The University accepts the following minimum English language standards for entry to its degree courses.

You must have at least one of the following standards in English to enter a degree or diploma course:

An IELTS score of 6.0, or a TOEFL score of 550 (or 213 for the computer-based test)

Pearson PTE Academic score of 54

A pass in the Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) examination

A pass in the Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) examination

GCSE/GCE O Level grade C or equivalent British-based examination

For selected countries, a good pass in English in the final year of secondary school (this being the equivalent of year 13 in England and Wales), or

Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the British Council (as listed in the British Council NARIC Guide) or an equivalent body

For entry to the BA (Hons) English Language and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) programmes, you will need a score of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent, since this is a special award which includes an international qualification in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages.

In year 1, your study will cover the form and function of the human body, disease biology and public health. Microbiology and immunology are also considered. The course investigates the molecular basis of life and introduces laboratory science, professional studies and study skills.

Year 2 examines physiology, molecular pathology and the biology and investigation of disease. Biomedical science practicals and professional practice are also introduced.

Year 3 offers modules in cellular pathology and medical genetics; haematology and transfusion science; clinical biochemistry and immunology; medical microbiology and public health. In addition you will undertake a research project and professional practice.

BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Life Sciences)

BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science

Oppurtunities exist for students on the BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science course to undertake workplacements in an NHS hospital laboraotry. Students who are succesful in obtaining placements will be eligible to transfer to either the BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science (Life Sciences) or BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science

Please note: Students cannot directly apply at admission for entry to these routes. Students are only transferred to thesee routes of study after successful completion of the competitive entry process . The number of placements is limited and therefore you cannot be guaranteed a place on these courses