
Life Sciences and Subjects Allied to Medicine
Birkbeck, University of LondonCourse Overview
Offered by Birkbeck, University of London, the CertHE Life Sciences and Subjects Allied to Medicine provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in biological sciences. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. This Certificate of Higher Education in Life Sciences for Subjects Allied to Medicine equips you with a strong foundation in biology and chemistry, preparing you for further study and a career in healthcare and biomedical fields. Why choose this course? - You will learn from experienced lecturers with expertise across healthcare and biomedical research, who bring real-world insights into the classroom. - You will join a vibrant community of students from diverse backgrounds and also benefit from flexible daytime or evening teaching that fits around your work or personal commitments. International tuition fees are £7,110 per year, home/UK fees are £7,110 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, and a 80% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| UCAS Points | 48 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£7,110
per year
Home Student Fee
£7,110
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — Birkbeck, University of London
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £16,500 | £26,000 | £35,000 |
| 5 years | £27,500 | £37,000 | £47,500 |
UK subject average: £23,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £11,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH03-01-02 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
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Student Satisfaction
Subject area averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
Overall
National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Source: Subject-group average for this provider
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About Birkbeck, University of London
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