Biomedicine and Health Science,MSci

Course summary

Develop your understanding of health and the origin of disease, investigate health interventions and cutting-edge novel therapeutics.

UCAS points

• 112-120

From A levels (including at least 32 points in Biology) or equivalent BTEC national qualification in Applied Science to include suitable biology modules. We do not accept General Studies. We will consider a combination of qualification types. For example:

• BBB-BBC at A Level including Biology.
• DDM in BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science will be considered (please include units on application).
• BTEC Diploma in Applied Science D*D with relevant biology modules (please include units on application) alongside other level 3 study.
• Merit overall from a T level qualification with B from core. T level Science: Laboratory Technician Pathway only.
• A combination of qualifications including relevant subject(s), which may include AS levels or EPQ.

GCSE

• English Language or Literature at grade C or 4 or equivalents*
• Maths at grade C or 4 or equivalents*

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Access - an Access to HE Diploma from a relevant QAA-recognised Access to HE course which has mainly biology and chemistry related modules, or an equivalent Access to HE certificate. Normally we require 15 credits at level 2 and 45 at level 3 of which at least 15 level 3 credits should be graded at distinction level.

* GCSE English and mathematics equivalent

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If English is not your first language you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills or equivalent. If your English language skill is currently below IELTS 6.0 we recommend you consider a Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve an equivalent English score.

We strongly recommend that you tell us about any long term health conditions or disabilities you may have. This is so we can assess whether we can deliver the course in such a way that you can meet the course requirements and take part without disadvantage. You can contact our University student support staff and explore any issues you may have.

Future careers

This course prepares you for a career in:

• Laboratory research
• University technician roles
• Laboratory science
• The pharmaceutical industry
• Contract research organisations
• Academic research or a PhD
• Data analysis
• Clinical science in the NHS
• School technician roles
• Clinical trials

You could also progress onto postgraduate teaching or medicine courses – or pre-registration health courses such as Radiotherapy and Oncology, Radiology, Dietetics and Physician’s Associate.