Skip to main content
UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: C52P

Biomedical Science with a Placement Year in NHS

University of East Anglia UEA
Norwich, England
Visit University Website
4 yearsDuration
£29,300Per Year (Intl)
£28,500Avg. Graduate Salary
87%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in health sciences with the BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science with a Placement Year in NHS at University of East Anglia UEA. Based in Norwich, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Overview NHS Biomedical Scientists have long been at the frontline in the fight against human disease and never has this been more apparent than during the COVID19 pandemic. Our BSc in Biomedical Science with a Placement Year in NHS prepares you to tackle current challenges in the field. You’ll study state-of-the-art advances in human health and disease and be trained in the latest techniques to work in medical NHS laboratories. International tuition fees are £29,300 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 a median graduate salary of £29,000 within three years, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Cellular and Molecular Biology
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Clinical Biochemistry
Microbiology and Immunology
Haematology and Blood Science
Clinical Laboratory Practice
Pathology and Disease Mechanisms
Research Methods and Data Analysis
UCAS Code:C52P
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
View on university website

Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

ABB

including Biology/Human Biology and one of the following subjects: Geography, Chemistry, Physics, Computing Science, Psychology or Mathematics. Where applicable Science A Levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element. Critical Thinking & General Studies are not accepted.. Contextual offer: BBC including Biology/Human Biology and one of the following subjects: Geography, Chemistry, Physics, Computing Science, Psychology or Mathematics. Where applicable Science A Levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element. Critical Thinking & General Studies are not accepted..

International Baccalaureate

32 points

including HL5 in Biology and another science, Computing Science, Psychology or Mathematics.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic60

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£29,300

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£117,200

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees and Funding

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of East Anglia UEA

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£28,000£28,500£30,000
3 years£24,000£29,000£34,000
5 years£26,000£32,500£38,500

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 14% above UK average salary
This course
£29,000
UK average
£25,500
Salary 5 years after graduation 27% above UK average salary
This course
£32,500
UK average
£25,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £3,500 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH02). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

45%Working
40%Studying
20%Work & Study
80%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

Subject-level average

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

Teaching on my course
87%
Learning opportunities
88%
Assessment and feedback
85%
Academic support
91%
Organisation and management
82%
Learning resources
95%
Student voice
89%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
92%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

8 Scholarships Available

Matched to your course, level & nationality

Your nationality

Merit

The City of Norwich Swimming Club Bursary

University of East Anglia UEA · Undergraduate

£1,500scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
Merit

UEA+Sport Individual Scholarship

University of East Anglia UEA · Undergraduate

£1,500scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
Merit

Music Centre Award

University of East Anglia UEA · Undergraduate

£800scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
Merit

The North Walsham Vikings RFC Bursary

University of East Anglia UEA · Undergraduate

£500scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
Merit

Norwich City Football Club Women's Bursary

University of East Anglia UEA · Undergraduate

  • Available to all international students
  • Open to your course
University of East Anglia UEA

About University of East Anglia UEA

University of East Anglia UEA offers Biomedical Science with a Placement Year in NHS as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

#381QS World
#32UK Ranking
16,945+Students
167+Courses

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Start Your Journey?

Explore courses, compare universities, and find scholarships at CourseOptions.com

Explore All Courses