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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: B941

Biomedical Science (GCU Pathways)

Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow, Scotland
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4 yearsDuration
£1,820Per Year (Home)
£1,820Home Fee
92%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science (GCU Pathways) at Glasgow Caledonian University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about improving patient care. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. THIS PROGRAMME IS AVAILABLE TO SCOTTISH-DOMICILED APPLICANTS ONLY Pathways students enrol on the undergraduate BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science (GCU Pathways) at Glasgow Caledonian University. In the first year, you'll study HNC Applied Science at Glasgow Kelvin College while preparing for years 2, 3 and 4 (for Honours) of the degree at GCU. Although you are a student enrolled on BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science (GCU Pathways) course at GCU, Year1 of the course will take place at Glasgow Kelvin College. Home/uk fees are £1,820 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 95% student satisfaction rating, and a 81% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Cellular Biology and Histopathology
Clinical Biochemistry and Metabolic Disorders
Haematology and Blood Disorders
Clinical Microbiology and Infection
Immunology and Host Defence
Laboratory Practice and Quality Assurance
Pathophysiology and Disease Mechanisms
Research Methods and Professional Practice
UCAS Code:B941
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points54

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

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Home Student Fee

£1,820

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)

💰 Graduate Salaries — Glasgow Caledonian University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 years£28,000£31,000£34,500
5 years£30,500£36,500£40,000

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 22% above UK average salary
This course
£31,000
UK average
£25,500
Salary 5 years after graduation 43% above UK average salary
This course
£36,500
UK average
£25,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £5,500 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

75%Working
20%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
70%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
92%
Learning opportunities
89%
Assessment and feedback
71%
Academic support
91%
Organisation and management
69%
Learning resources
96%
Student voice
75%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
84%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About Glasgow Caledonian University

Glasgow Caledonian University offers Biomedical Science (GCU Pathways) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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