Medical Science BSc (Hons)

Middlesex University

United Kingdom, London

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Duration3 year(s)

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GBP 22,855 / Year

Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

Medical Science BSc (Hons)

About

Why choose BSc (Hons) Medical Science at Middlesex?

A medical science degree is highly prized by employers and transferable to a wide range of sectors.

The course allows you to explore many different aspects of medical science including genetics, clinical biochemistry, microbiology, drug design and immunology.

You'll leave with a valuable mix of technical skills, such as data analysis and report writing, and soft skills such as teamwork, communication, leadership, and commercial awareness.

A medical science degree is highly prized by employers and transferable to a wide range of sectors.

You'll leave with a valuable mix of technical skills, such as data analysis and report writing, and soft skills such as teamwork, communication, leadership, and commercial awareness.

What you will learn

Studying Medical Science BSc will allow you to understand:

Normal and abnormal biochemical, cellular and physiological processes
The principles of diagnosis and management of human disease
The importance of scientific research in the advancement of medical practice
Therapeutic and toxic effects of drugs on the human body
Analytical techniques used in medical diagnostics or research
Sustainability principles and their application to scientific practice

What you will gain

Successful completion of this course will enable you to:

Critically evaluate research evidence in the context of current theory and practice
Solve clinical problems
Present information clearly, using the most effective format to communicate ideas
Design and undertake a research project
Competently perform a wide range of common medical laboratory techniques, in accordance with health and safety guidelines

Requirements

Entry Requirements

We welcome students from the UK and all over the world. Join students from over 122 countries and discover why so many international students call our campus home:

Quality teaching with top facilities plus flexible online learning
Welcoming north London campus that's only 30 minutes from central London
Work placements and networking with top London employers
Award-winning career support to get you where you want to go after university.

Qualifications

We accept a wide range of international qualifications. Find out more about the accepted qualifications on your country's support page. If you are unsure of the suitability of your qualifications or would like help with your application, please contact your nearest international office.

English language

You will need to meet our English language requirements. And, don’t worry If you don't meet our minimum English language requirements, as we offer a Pre-sessional English course.

Visas

To study with us in the UK, you might need a Student visa. Please check to see if this applies to you.

English Program Requirements

IELTS both online and paper-based exams accepted. Candidates can also re-sit a single component within 60 days of taking their test through IELTS OneSkill. MDX will accept certificates with a OneSKill retake component

6.0 (with 5.5 in each component)

6.0 (with 6 in Reading & Writing, min 5.5 in other components)

6.5 (with 6.0 in each component); *MA Scriptwriting and MA Novel Writing (DE)– must have minimum
6.5 overall with 6.5 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and a minimum
7.0 in Written component; ** Sport Rehabilitation and Soft Tissue Therapy MSc and Sport
Rehabilitation and Return to Play MSc – must have a minimum of 6.5 overall with 6.5 in each component

7.0 * All Nursing/Midwifery BSc courses must have 7.0 overall with 7.0 in written component; ** All BSc Healthcare Science BSc courses must have 7.0 overall with 6.5 in written component

Career

How can the BSc Medical Science support your career?

After successfully completing Medical Science BSc, you can work in a wide variety of settings.
The degree is particularly focused on laboratory-based work. You could work in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, forensic, private diagnostic, public health, or university sectors.
Medical science graduates can continue studies at postgraduate level by taking a diploma, MSc or PhD. This could strengthen your opportunities to gain work in a laboratory setting, and also open the door to a range of health careers in the NHS.
Outside of a laboratory or clinical setting, you may obtain posts in sales and marketing of medical products, or publishing companies employing medical science writers and editors. You could also work in education at all levels.
You might also target a non-scientific graduate role, with the general skills you will acquire by successfully completing this degree.

MDXworks

Our employability service, MDXworks will launch you into the world of work from the beginning of your course, with placements, projects and networking opportunities through our 1000+ links with industry and big-name employers in London and globally.

Our dedicated lifetime career support, like our business start-up support programme and funding for entrepreneurs, has been recognised with the following awards:

The top 20 UK universities for business leaders and entrepreneurs – Business Money, 2023
A top 10 university for producing CEOs – Novuana, 2023

Global network

You’ll study with students from 122 countries who’ll hopefully become part of your global network. And after you graduate, we'll still support you through our alumni network to help you progress in your chosen career.

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

22,855 / year

Medical Science BSc (Hons)

Middlesex University

United Kingdom, London

Go to Official Website