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Course Overview

The foundation course is carefully designed to develop your confidence by providing you with a blend of subject-specific knowledge as well as the academic and learning skills essential for success. You will take core modules that explore key aspects of human anatomy, physiology, infection and immunity, genetics, molecular and cellular biology, interdisciplinary practice and study and mathematical skills.

Key features

  • The programme is suitable for non-standard entrants, including mature returners to study, those without science qualifications or with science qualifications below the standard required for entry to Level 4.
  • It provides a focused learning experience examining the science and practice relating to biomedical sciences.
  • You will benefit from a range of learning styles that will introduce you to the core fields of biomedical sciences. Sessions reflect the diversity of learning methods employed on destination programmes including lectures, team-based learning, self-directed study, group work, tutorials, seminars and practicals.
  • Provides you with experiential work, intensive and early assessment, with rapid feedback designed to support self-awareness and development.
  • Includes inter-professional study opportunities to develop an understanding of health services and how they interlink across the NHS.
  • Provides personal support for learning through regular meetings with your personal tutor and input from specialist staff.
  • Is underpinned by research activity of staff in the School of Biomedical Sciences.

Entry Requirement 

Academic Requirements:

UCAS tariff

32 - 48

Suitability interviews, DBS and occupational health assessments may also need to be undertaken by applicants considering progression to certain professionally recognized programmes.

Applications from students with non-standard qualifications, including those without science qualifications at level 3, are welcomed and are assessed on an individual basis. This course is also suitable for those returning to study who can offer work or other related experience in place of formal qualifications and who have the equivalent of basic mathematical, English and science skills (i.e. the equivalent of a grade C at GCSE level)

A level: Typical offer 32-48 points from a minimum of 2 A-levels including grade E in a Science subject. Excluding General Studies

GCSE: Mathematics and English language grade C/4.

International Baccalaureate: 24 overall to include 3 at Higher Level science subject. English and mathematics must be included.

BTEC: PPP in a science-related subject.

Access: pass an Access to HE Diploma (e.g science/combined studies/natural sciences/nursing).

Other qualifications and professional experience may be considered. Interview may be required, please refer to institution for individual consideration.

We are aware of the various education systems throughout the world and make offers based on equivalent qualifications to those listed in our entry requirements. You should be able to possess the ability to study in the English language and be familiar with this in a scientific context. To that end, we will ask for a minimum IELTS score; this will not differ from that required for any other science degree, and support in scientific English is offered.

English Language Requirements:

The following Secure English Language tests (SELTs) are Home Office (UKVI) approved and accepted by the University of Plymouth and the University of Plymouth International College (UPIC). The scores required have been increased from the UKVI minimum specified scores to meet University requirements.

  • IELTS (Academic)
  • Trinity College London ISE (only a SELT if taken in the UK)
  • LanguageCert International ESOL 
  • Pearson PTE Academic

A SELT must be taken at an approved UKVI center.

The other tests and qualifications listed here have been deemed acceptable by the University of Plymouth and UPIC to meet our entry requirements and UKVI requirements for study at RQF 6 and above. 

Please note that these tests and qualifications are not SELTs.

When studying on a pre-sessional course or course below RQF 6, a SELT is a mandatory requirement set by UKVI. 

If studying at RQF 6 level and above, the University is permitted to accept other qualifications that we deem meet UKVI and our requirements.

Fees

Home Fee: £9250
International Fee: £14200  
Part time (Home) Fee: £770


This information was accurate on : 20/04/2021
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