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Health and Medical Sciences BSc (B990)
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Explore our Health and Medical Sciences degree at Warwick

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B990
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Bachelor of Science (BSc)
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3 years full-time
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26 September 2022
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Warwick Medical School
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University of Warwick
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Health and Medical Sciences (BSc) is a new course offered by Warwick Medical School. It helps you to investigate current local and global problems in health from multiple perspectives.

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BSc Health and Medical sciences, a course offered by Warwick, enables students to investigate current local and global problems in health from multiple perspectives.

Wherever we look in the world, health and medical services are struggling to cope with the rising demand and increasing burden of disease. Advances in the scientific understanding of health and disease, along with technological innovations offer exciting opportunities for improved health, but also present novel challenges to our health systems in terms of developing affordable and accessible treatment and health management strategies.

Multiple factors ranging from our genes to our lifestyle and interactions within society will influence our physical and mental health and wellbeing. Multidisciplinary solutions to health problems must be multi-faceted and comprehensive, requiring individuals who have the skills to work across boundaries as agents for change.

The BSc in Health and Medical Sciences will help you understand current local and global problems in health through the integrated perspectives of health science and medical science. Medical sciences, including molecular biology, genetics and epigenetics, physiology, anatomy, immunology, pharmacology, discovery science and clinical trials, aims to promote an in-depth understanding of human biology, health and disease from the level of DNA, cells, and systems in the human body up to the level of patient as a whole.

Health Sciences, including health care systems, patient safety, ethics, human behaviour, psychology of health, sociology, epidemiology and health economics aims to promote an in-depth understanding of health problems from the level of individuals, families, the workplace, up to the level of societies and populations. Therefore, this course will equip you with the essential skills to be able to make a valuable contribution to health in our society, both locally and globally.

Case-based learning, a signature educational approach for Warwick Medical School, and small group teaching is a feature of the course as is technology enhanced learning. These progressive learning methods ensure our graduates are highly competent and employable across a broad range of careers in health and medical sciences.

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The course is delivered over three years and largely conforms to University standard terms (approx. 25 weeks), holiday and assessment periods. The course addresses current local and global problems in health through the integrated perspectives of health and medical science, covering six main thematic areas:

  • Non-communicable diseases
  • Infectious disease
  • Physical health
  • Mental health
  • Nutrition
  • Civil strife and displacement
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At Warwick Medical School, signature educational approach is case-based learning, undertaken in small teaching groups. You will be encouraged to get actively involved in activities centred around real-world case studies.

You will explore a broad range of structured and specifically-designed learning activities. This case-based learning approach will help you to develop problem-solving skills and integrate your learning.

You will work closely with your peers in small teams. As an additional feature of the course, some of the content will be delivered wholly online. This will give you flexibility and help you to develop personal responsibility for your studies.

The rest of your time will be taken up by directed learning activities, project work, additional reading and reflection as well as preparations for group work and assessed elements.

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As a new course, we expect the class size to be around 30-35 students for full cohort sessions. Case-based learning and other small group activities will be in groups of around 8-10 students.

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12-20 hours per week.

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The BSc Health and Medical Sciences course includes a mix of examinations, written course work, presentations, posters and skill-based assessment types. Many modules have more than one assessment type, so that you can convey your understanding of module material in diverse ways as we all learn in different ways.

The assessment strategy of the course links to employability and further study. In year two of the course you will be able undertake two optional modules allowing you to diversify your studies and develop transferable skills. In years two and three of the course you will also have chance to work on a range of personal development areas, having access to the extensive careers and skills service at Warwick.

Student research lies at the heart of the course assessment strategy. In year one you will undertake a dedicated ‘Methods of Enquiry module’ and present your ideas for a small research project. In year two you will develop your research skills in reviewing evidence, forming a research hypothesis, identifying appropriate methodology, addressing ethical issues, and communicating your findings. In year three, the research theme culminates in a dissertation project supervised by an expert in your field of interest from across the Health and Medical Sciences. Your dissertation project will develop your skills in critical thinking, extended exploration of concepts, testing of theory and analysis, and presentation of findings.

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A level typical offer

Either AAB including one subject from the list below (Biology recommended)

OR ABB including two subjects from the list below:

  • Applied Science
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science
  • Environmental Science
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Psychology
  • Physical Education
  • Statistics

A level contextual offer

We welcome applications from candidates who meet the contextual eligibility criteria and whose predicted grades are close to, or slightly below, the contextual offer level. The typical contextual offer is ABB or BBB. ABB including one essential subject or BBB including two essential subjects: Applied Science, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Physical Education or Statistics

See if you're eligible.

General GCSE requirements

Unless specified differently above, you will also need a minimum of GCSE grade 4 or C (or an equivalent qualification) in English Language and either Mathematics or a Science subject. Find out more about our entry requirements and the qualifications we accept. We advise that you also check the English Language requirements for your course which may specify a higher GCSE English requirement. Please find the information about this below.

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IB typical offer

Either 36 overall to include 5 in one Higher Level subject from the list below (Biology recommended)

Or 34 to include 5 in two Higher Level subjects from the list below:

  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science
  • Physics
  • Mathematics
  • Sports, Exercise and Health Science

IB contextual offer

We welcome applications from candidates who meet the contextual eligibility criteria and whose predicted grades are close to, or slightly below, the contextual offer level. The typical contextual offer is 34 including 5 at Higher Level in one of the following: Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics. See if you're eligible.

General GCSE requirements

Unless specified differently above, you will also need a minimum of GCSE grade 4 or C (or an equivalent qualification) in English Language and either Mathematics or a Science subject. Find out more about our entry requirements and the qualifications we accept. We advise that you also check the English Language requirements for your course which may specify a higher GCSE English requirement. Please find the information about this below.

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We consider applications from students taking BTECs on a case-by-case basis, the following subject areas are of interest as part of our review.

  • Applied Science
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Computer Science
  • Environmental Science
  • Health and Social Care
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Psychology
  • Physical Education
  • Statistics
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You will also need to meet our English Language requirements.
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We welcome applications from students with other internationally recognised qualifications. Find out more about international entry requirements.

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Warwick may make differential offers to students in a number of circumstances. These include students participating in the Realising Opportunities programme, or who meet two of the contextual data criteria. Differential offers will be one or two grades below Warwick’s standard offer (to a minimum of BBB).

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All students who successfully complete the Warwick IFP and apply to Warwick through UCAS will receive a guaranteed conditional offer for a related undergraduate programme (selected courses only). Find out more about standard offers and conditions for the IFP.

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Applications for deferred entry welcomed.
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We do not typically interview applicants. Offers are made based on your UCAS form which includes predicted and actual grades, your personal statement and school reference.
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Year One

Year Two

Year Three

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In Year Two you may choose a University-approved optional module. For example, you could choose a module from the Institute of Advanced Teaching and Learning (IATL). Or it could be from another department, such as Global Sustainable Development.

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Find out more about fees and funding.
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There may be costs associated with other items or services such as academic texts, course notes, and trips associated with your course. Students who choose to complete a work placement or study abroad will pay reduced tuition fees for their third year.
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This course was launched in 2020, so our first cohort of students have not yet graduated. However, we expect that our students will have an interest in areas such as:

  • Public health and health promotion
  • Corporate social responsibility
  • Industrial and graduate training programmes in health
  • Non-governmental organisations
  • Health services management and administration
  • Graduate entry to further health and clinical education programmes
  • Biomedical or health sciences research
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Our department has a dedicated professionally qualified Senior Careers Consultant to support you. They offer impartial advice and guidance, together with workshops and events throughout the year. Previous examples of workshops and events include:

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