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Professional Placement Year Bursary
Bath Spa University · Undergraduate
£1,500scholarship value
- Available to all international students
- For undergraduate study
- Open to your course
UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: BMS2
Biomedical Science (Professional Placement Year)
Bath Spa UniversityBath, England
4 yearsDuration
£18,585Per Year (Intl)
£25,000Avg. Graduate Salary
92%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by Bath Spa University, the BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science (Professional Placement Year) provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in health sciences. Based in Bath, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Our practical, lab-based Biomedical Science degree prepares you for a career where you can make a difference. - Explore the molecular basis of disease and how this can be used in healthcare. - Learn through a multidisciplinary approach that includes physiology, biochemistry and psychology. - Develop the knowledge and practical skills you'll need for biomedical and life sciences careers. International tuition fees are £18,585 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 81% student satisfaction rating, and 72% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Molecular and Cellular Biology
Human Physiology and Homeostasis
Biochemistry and Metabolic Pathways
Genetics and Molecular Disease
Clinical Microbiology and Immunology
Pathophysiology and Disease Mechanisms
Research Methods and Data Analysis
Professional Practice and Work Placement
UCAS Code:BMS2
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBB - BCC A Level – grades BBB-BCC including Biology, Human Biology or Chemistry. |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 points A minimum of 32 points, to include Biology or a related subject. |
| UCAS Points | 96 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£18,585
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£74,340
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Student Annual tuition fee UK full time £9,790 UK part time £4,895 International full time £18,585
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Bath Spa University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £24,000 | £25,000 | £26,500 |
| 3 years | £18,500 | £22,500 | £27,000 |
| 5 years | £22,000 | £27,000 | £32,000 |
UK subject average: £25,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 12% below UK average salary
This course
£22,500
UK average
£25,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£27,000
UK average
£25,500
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH02-05-03 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
53%Working
19%Studying
15%Work & Study
6%Seeking Work
63%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data
Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH02-05-03 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Broad subject area averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
90%
Overall
Teaching on my course
92%Learning opportunities
87%Assessment and feedback
82%Academic support
92%Organisation and management
92%Learning resources
94%Student voice
92%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
85%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: Broad-subject-area average for this provider
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About Bath Spa University
Bath Spa University offers Biomedical Science (Professional Placement Year) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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