Biomedical Science (Foundation degree delivered at Belfast Metropolitan College, Titanic Quarter campus) FdSc

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Course Overview - Biomedical Science (Foundation degree delivered at Belfast Metropolitan College, Titanic Quarter campus) FdSc

This is a short cycle qualification of two years that is linked to (or within) first cycle qualifications, intended to equip learners with the skills and knowledge relevant to employment. Also at its core is the notion that they should support widening participation by providing an unequivocal progression route to a bachelor’s degree. This programme is designed in collaboration with QUB and the content of a Foundation Degree can accurately reflect the early content of BSc in Biomedical Science and Human Biology.

Biomedical Sciences comprises the health related sciences such...

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Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

2 Years

Start Date

15/09/2025

Campus

Main Site

Course Address
University Road
Belfast
BT7 1NN

Application Details

Course Code

B94A

Institution Code

Q75

Points of Entry

Year 1

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff

Not Accepted

Access to HE Diploma

Successful completion of Access Course with an average of 65%. Must be a relevant Access Course normally including two Biology modules (Level 3) and normally two Chemistry modules (Level 3) + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 or equivalent in Access Course. NB Applicants who have one Chemistry module (Level 3) will be considered on an individual basis provided they have another Science module (Level 3).

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

MMM

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF) (180 credits at Level 3) in a relevant science discipline, with grades MMM. This will include achieving a minimum of a Merit grade in four to six stipulated units. GCSE Biology and Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4. BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF) (1080 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) at Level 3) in a relevant science discipline, with grades MMM. This should include a minimum of a Merit in four of the following units: - Scientific Investigation skills - Physiology of Human Body Systems - Human Regulation and Reproduction - Biological Molecules and Metabolic pathways - Biomedical Sciences - Diseases and Infections - Principles and Applications of Science II - Microbiology & Microbiological Techniques In addition, applicants must have GCSE Biology and Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4. BTEC Level 3 Diploma (QCF) (120 credits at Level 3) in a relevant science discipline, with grades DM. This will include achieving a minimum of a Merit grade in four to six stipulated units. GCSE Biology and Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

H3,H3,H4,H4

H3,H3,H4,H4,H4

A minimum of five subjects will be required in the Irish Leaving Certificate, at least four of which should be at Higher Level. H3H4H4H4H4/H3H3H4H4 including grade H3 and H4 in any order in Biology and Chemistry + if not offered at Higher Level then Ordinary Level grade O4 in Mathematics. OR H3H3H4H4H4/H3H3H3H4 including grade H3 in Biology and H4 in a second science subject (see list under A-level requirements) + O4 in Chemistry + if not offered at Higher Level then Ordinary Level grade O4 in Mathematics. OR H3H3H4H4H4/H3H3H3H4 including grade H3 in Chemistry and H4 in a second science subject (see list under A-level requirements) + O4 in Biology + if not offered at Higher Level then Ordinary Level grade O4 in Mathematics.

A level

B,C

C,C

CC at A-level including Biology and Chemistry + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 OR BC at A-level to include Biology or Chemistry at grade B and a further science subject from the list below + GCSE Biology and Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4. A-level Science subjects accepted: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, ICT (not Applied), Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Technology & Design. Other subjects will be considered on an individual basis and you should contact the Admissions and Access Service for guidance (admissions@qub.ac.uk).

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Northern Ireland, Republic of Ireland £3,167
England, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands £6,167
EU, International £16,867

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