BIRKBECK COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY OF LONDON · UNITED KINGDOM
Life Sciences for Subjects Allied to Medicine
Certificate · Taught in en · UCAS LS01
At a glance
12 mo
Duration
6.5
IELTS
€8k
Tuition / yr
en
Language
Certificate
Level
- Guaranteed entry to BSc Biomedicine upon successful completion.Degree Progression
- Pathway to various health-related degrees (e.g., radiography, pharmacy, physiotherapy, veterinary science).Further Study Options
- Potential for graduate entry into some medical schools if you have a good first degree and achieve high marks.Medical School Pathway
- Access to state-of-the-art specialist laboratories in central London.Facilities
- Biological Sciences at Birkbeck (joint submission with UCL) ranked 11th in the UK for research in REF 2021.Research Excellence
- Flexible daytime or evening classes to fit around work or personal commitments.Flexible Study
This Certificate of Higher Education in Life Sciences for Subjects Allied to Medicine is designed to give you a strong foundation in biology and chemistry. It prepares you for further academic study and a career in healthcare and biomedical fields. You will learn from experienced lecturers, benefit from a flexible timetable with afternoon or evening classes, and join a diverse student community. Successful completion of this certificate offers a guaranteed pathway to the BSc Biomedicine degree at Birkbeck, and opens doors to various other health-related degrees and professions.
Curriculum
The course will help you develop a solid grounding in biology, chemistry, and modern learning methods, alongside practical laboratory skills, data analysis, and scientific communication. These skills are highly valued in healthcare, nursing, biomedical science, and related fields.
- Year 1 (Full-time)
- Year 1 & 2 (Part-time)
Careers
This certificate provides the scientific understanding and practical skills highly valued by employers and universities in healthcare and biomedical fields. It prepares you for degree-level study or direct employment.
- Healthcare professions
- Nursing
- Biomedical science
- Radiography
- Pharmacy
- Osteopathic medicine
- Nutrition and dietetics
- Physiotherapy
- Occupational therapy
- Veterinary science
- Herbal medicine
- Clinical sciences
Frequently asked questions
- What are the tuition fees for international students?
- For the academic year 2026-27, tuition fees are £7,110 per year for full-time study and £3,555 per year for part-time study. Fees for the 2027-28 academic year are yet to be confirmed.
- Am I eligible to apply for this course if I am an international student needing a visa?
- If you require a Student visa to study in the UK, you are not eligible to apply for this specific course, neither full-time nor part-time, due to UK visa regulations.
- What are the academic entry requirements for this certificate?
- For part-time study, a minimum of two A-levels or equivalent is generally required. However, the university welcomes applicants without traditional qualifications and may consider academic potential, knowledge, and work experience.
- What English language proficiency scores are accepted?
- Accepted scores include IELTS Academic Test with 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in each sub-test), Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English or Proficiency with 176 (minimum 169 in each sub-test), PTE Academic with 62 (minimum 60 in each sub-test), or LanguageCert Academic with 70 overall (minimum 65 in sub-tests).
- What are the progression opportunities after completing this certificate?
- Successful completion offers guaranteed entry to the BSc Biomedicine degree at Birkbeck and opens doors to various other health-related degrees such as radiography, pharmacy, physiotherapy, and veterinary science.
- How do I apply for this programme?
- Full-time applications are made via UCAS using the code LS01. Part-time applications are submitted directly through the Birkbeck website, with applications for October 2027 part-time study opening in October 2026.
Entry requirements
Standard EntryMinimum of two A-levels or equivalent (for part-time study). We welcome applicants without traditional entry qualifications and may waive formal requirements based on academic potential, knowledge, and work experience. You need to demonstrate good numeracy and English language skills, and a strong interest in life sciences.
Non-Standard EntryMay require completion of a short assessment task and an informal interview with the course director.
IELTS Academic Test6.5 overall with not less than 6.0 in each sub-test
Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English176 with 169 in each sub-test
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English176 with 169 in each sub-test
PTE Academic62 with 60 in each sub-test
LanguageCert Academic70 overall with minimum 65 in sub-tests
If you require a Student visa to study in the UK, you are not eligible to apply for this course on either full-time or part-time routes due to UK visa regulations. International students on a Student visa are generally restricted to full-time courses that qualify for sponsorship. If you are not from the UK and do not have residency, please check visa information for courses of more than six months (Student visa) or less than six months (Standard Visitor visa). US Federal Aid recipients are only eligible for in-person, on-campus programs with no online study elements.
Fees
Tuition (international)£7,110 per year for full-time study (academic year 2026-27). £3,555 per year for part-time study (academic year 2026-27). Fees for 2027-28 are to be confirmed.
Tuition (home)£7,110 per year for full-time study (academic year 2026-27). £3,555 per year for part-time study (academic year 2026-27). Fees for 2027-28 are to be confirmed.
LivingBirkbeck can help you estimate your living costs.
Tuition fees are charged in each year of your course. Flexible payment plans are available.
How to apply
1. Find your courseIdentify the specific intake (full-time or part-time, October 2026 or October 2027) you wish to apply for.
2. Check Entry RequirementsReview the academic and English language requirements. If you have non-standard qualifications, you might need to complete an assessment or interview.
3. Understand Visa RequirementsIf you are an international student requiring a Student visa, you are NOT eligible for this specific course. Check the university's international visa information for suitable programs and requirements by country.
4. Prepare Your ApplicationGather necessary documents, including proof of qualifications and English language proficiency. You may need to write a personal statement.
5. Submit Your ApplicationFor full-time courses, apply via UCAS using the UCAS code LS01. For part-time courses, apply directly through the Birkbeck website. Applications for October 2027 part-time start open in October 2026.
6. Receive an OfferIf your application is successful, you will receive an offer from Birkbeck. Follow the instructions to accept your place.
7. EnrolmentAfter accepting your offer, you will be guided through the enrolment process as a new student.
Accreditation
University of London
Frequently asked questions
What are the tuition fees for international students?
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For the academic year 2026-27, tuition fees are £7,110 per year for full-time study and £3,555 per year for part-time study. Fees for the 2027-28 academic year are yet to be confirmed.
Am I eligible to apply for this course if I am an international student needing a visa?
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If you require a Student visa to study in the UK, you are not eligible to apply for this specific course, neither full-time nor part-time, due to UK visa regulations.
What are the academic entry requirements for this certificate?
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For part-time study, a minimum of two A-levels or equivalent is generally required. However, the university welcomes applicants without traditional qualifications and may consider academic potential, knowledge, and work experience.
What English language proficiency scores are accepted?
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Accepted scores include IELTS Academic Test with 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in each sub-test), Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English or Proficiency with 176 (minimum 169 in each sub-test), PTE Academic with 62 (minimum 60 in each sub-test), or LanguageCert Academic with 70 overall (minimum 65 in sub-tests).
What are the progression opportunities after completing this certificate?
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Successful completion offers guaranteed entry to the BSc Biomedicine degree at Birkbeck and opens doors to various other health-related degrees such as radiography, pharmacy, physiotherapy, and veterinary science.
How do I apply for this programme?
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Full-time applications are made via UCAS using the code LS01. Part-time applications are submitted directly through the Birkbeck website, with applications for October 2027 part-time study opening in October 2026.