Program Overview

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Clinical Sciences

Overview

This programme will be of interest and relevance to any student hoping to work in health or science careers. We welcome applications from students who have applied to other health profession courses.

Whether you want to have a science career, study a postgraduate programme leading to qualification as a health professional, or work in healthcare management, this programme can be the first step towards your future. In addition to studying science and health-focused modules, we actively work with you to develop essential graduate and employability skills.

The programme provides the opportunity to enhance your profile further with an optional placement year between years two and three, enabling you to either work in a relevant field or study abroad.

Entry onto the clinical sciences course is either directly onto our three-year programme or via our clinical sciences with integrated foundation year programme, which prepares you to study health or science courses.

The course has a clinical focus and a strong emphasis on anatomy, physiology, and employability skills. The course is informed by research, clinical expertise, and benefits from being taught by scientists and healthcare professionals from a wide range of specialist areas.

With an integrated knowledge and understanding of science and health-related issues, you will be in an excellent position to pursue a variety of careers within the health sector or pharmaceutical industries.

Clinical sciences graduates have progressed to postgraduate study, leading to careers in medicine, the healthcare sciences, and other healthcare roles such as:

• Physician Associate
• Dentist
• Healthcare Manager
• Health Commission Associate
• NHS Analyst
• Medical Sales

Clinical sciences has embedded key transferable skills into each module, which will help you succeed in graduate jobs or post-graduate study.

Our focus is to widen participation in medical and healthcare education in students from underrepresented groups. The course provides an opportunity for eligible widening participation students to enter year one of the MBChB programme at Sheffield Medical School from Stage 1 of the Clinical Sciences degree (subject to meeting academic, widening participation, UCAT criteria, and passing the Multiple Mini Interview - please see Sheffield Medical School's website for further details). This opportunity is only available to home students.

Our graduates have applied successfully to most medical schools in the United Kingdom, including Leeds Medical School, Sheffield Medical School, and Hull York Medical School, as well as graduate entry programmes at Warwick and Nottingham Medical Schools. We are proud to see that 35-50% of our final year students receive offers for medicine or dentistry.

Entry Requirements

At Bradford, we take into consideration a number of factors when assessing your application.

Below outlines the typical entry requirements for this course. If you’re not sure and want to check if your qualifications would be suitable, fill in an enquiry form at the bottom of this page.

• Typical offer - 112 UCAS tariff points from 3 full A level or equivalent qualifications.
• A levels
  • 112 UCAS tariff points from 3 full A levels, to include A level Biology and Chemistry at minimum grade BC.
  • Please note that where a science A level is taken, the University will require applicants to pass the practical element (for A levels awarded from August 2017 onwards).
• T levels
  • Not accepted for this course.
• BTEC Extended Diploma
  • DMM in Applied Science (to include four Chemistry or Biology units graded at Distinction).
• Applicants on Access Programmes
  • 112 UCAS tariff points from an Access to Higher Education Diploma in relevant Science related subject.
• International Baccalaureate Requirements
  • 112 UCAS tariff points from 3 HL subjects, including HL Biology and HL Chemistry with minimum grades 6 and 5.
  • Plus HL 3 or SL 4 in Maths and English Language and Literature A or English B.
  • Plus minimum of GCSE English Language, Mathematics, Biology, and Chemistry or Combined Science at grade C or 4.
• English language requirements
  • Minimum IELTS at 6.5 (with at least 6.0 in each sub-test) or the equivalent.

Your Learning Journey

All module information is for 2025 entry, and is subject to change.

First Year

• Core
  • Human biology
  • Anatomy and medical imaging
  • Academic Skills and Professional Development
  • Ethics, Law and Values in Healthcare
  • Systems Physiology and Anatomy

Second Year

• Core
  • Anatomy and Pathology of Disease
  • Careers and Professional Development
  • Digital Health and Enterprise
  • Global Health
  • Medical and Molecular Genetics
  • Neurobiology and Mental Health
  • Pharmacology and Therapeutics

Third Year

Study abroad or placement year.

Final Year

• Optional
  • Study Abroad Experience
  • Placement (Clinical Sciences)
• Core
  • Advanced Topics
  • Research Skills
  • Careers and Professional Development
  • Health Economics & Management
  • Research Project
• Optional
  • Anthropology of Illness and Disease
  • Genomics and Personalised Medicine

Professional Placement

A placement year allows you to apply your academic learning within a wide range of industries, including private, public, and not-for-profit sectors. You will gain hands-on experience, develop skills such as communication, problem-solving, and entrepreneurship, and build a professional network that will benefit your future career.

We will support you throughout the process, offering:

• Access to a wide range of placement opportunities with top employers.
• Assistance with CV writing, applications, and interview preparation.
• Guidance on making the most of your placement experience.

Teaching, Learning, and Assessment

The learning, teaching, and assessment strategies recognise the wide diversity of educational backgrounds with which students may enter the programme and the different exit points of students and graduates.

Consequently, a variety of teaching and learning opportunities and assessment methods are used to reflect the differences in learning styles between students and to address the various learning outcomes for the programme.

You are expected to demonstrate greater autonomy in your learning as you progress through the programme. Formative assessments are embedded throughout the programme in order for you to gain feedback and monitor your own progress.

Your knowledge and understanding and discipline skills are developed through lectures, laboratory sessions, workshops, tutorials, and self-directed learning. Case studies, group work, individual assignments, verbal presentations, problem-based learning, and a personal development portfolio will be used to refine your personal, transferable, and specialist skills.

Fees, Finance, and Scholarships

Tuition Fee

• UK: £9,535 (sandwich year: £954)
• International: £24,456 (sandwich year: £2,446)

Additional Course Costs

While there are no compulsory additional costs associated with this course, there may be general additional costs that you may incur as a student. A list of the sort of costs you might expect can be found on our fees and finance section.

Funding Your Studies

It can be hard to know what financial help is available to you as a student.

Further information about the variety of options that can help fund your studies and maximise the money available to you is available on our funding your studies section.

Scholarships

Every year we award numerous non-repayable scholarships to UK, EU, and international students on the basis of academic excellence, personal circumstances, or economic hardship. For full details, visit our scholarships section.

Career Prospects

This programme prepares you for a wide range of NHS careers and roles in the private sector. Recent graduates have gone on to roles such as:

• Health Commission Associate
• Health Service Manager
• NHS Analyst
• Clinical Audit Co-Ordinator
• Clinical Scientist
• Cardiac Safety Specialist
• Healthcare Scientist
• Clinical Trial Administrator
• Medical Sales
• Civil Service Graduate Scheme

Study Abroad

A study abroad year is a fantastic opportunity to broaden your horizons, build connections with people from different backgrounds and cultures, and strengthen your skills and experience to make you stand out in the job market.

We have opportunities for students to study, work, or volunteer in more than 150 countries across the world and will support you every step of the way.

Support for Your Studies

At Bradford, we’re committed to supporting your success, well-being, and future ambitions.

We’re here to provide everything you need to make the most of your time with us, ensuring you not only excel in your studies but also step confidently into the world of graduate employment.

In addition to the support you receive from your academic tutors, our Student Support Services are here for you throughout your journey - before, during, and after your studies.