Biomedical Sciences, BSc, University of Exeter

the United Kingdom

Study options for this course

The award	How you will study	Study duration	Course start	Domestic course fees	International course fees
BSc	Full-time	3 - 4 years	September	-	-

About Biomedical Sciences, BSc - at University of Exeter

About this course

Biomedical Science is at the heart of healthcare, underpinning much of modern medicine. Study a degree where you can help shape the future of health and the next generation of treatments.
Tailor your degree to your interests and career aspirations with our bespoke suite of modules developed in collaboration with biomedical sciences researchers.
Benefit from research-led teaching by academics and researchers at the forefront of their field.
Explore the way research transforms into progress in clinical practice by gaining hands-on experience in our specialised facilities and cutting-edge laboratories.
Benefit from the opportunity to undertake a professional placement or spend a year studying abroad. Gain knowledge of medicine beyond national borders, develop valuable lived experience and expand your professional network.

UCAS code: B112

The 'with professional placement' degree course accommodates an industrial placement year during the third year of your degree, making a four-year degree overall.

You'll spend a year working on a research project in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical sectors, gaining valuable experience, improving personal and transferable skills, making new contacts and enhancing your employability.

We have established collaborations with local, national and multinational companies, and have successfully placed students within multinational organisations.

During your placement you are paid by the company and take two modules: Learning from Industrial Experience and Industrial Placement and Report. You will have regular contact with an academic supervisor in addition to an industrial supervisor at the company.

It is your responsibility to decide which placements will be suitable for you financially. We present ideas of paid placements and those that have a stipend and/or accommodation.

If you spend a full year on a work placement (in the UK or abroad) you will pay a reduced fee. Find out more information.

You can apply to BSc Biomedical Sciences with Professional Placement directly through UCAS using the code above. Once at Exeter, progression to the Industrial Experience year is dependent upon successful completion of your Year 1 studies, with an average mark of at least 60%.

The placements are sought during the second year of study and commence the following October. You are responsible for applying for positions, with direct guidance from the Industrial Placements Co-ordinator.