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Over the three years of the BSc in Cell and Tissue Engineering programme, you will create a solid foundation in biomedical disciplines that will allow you to understand the innovative approaches to treatment and diagnosis that take into consideration genetic variations of a patient, environment and lifestyle.

You will learn the fundamentals of stem cell biology, biomaterials, tissue engineering and nanotechnology and work in the laboratory to experience the discovery potentials of high throughput sequencing, 3D-bioprinting, bioreactor and genome editing technologies; cutting-edge tools that are assisting in the significant acceleration of the biological research and transformation of medicine. You will also have elective credits to be chosen across the three years of study to broaden your interest and interdisciplinarity.

To enhance your professional experience, you will have the opportunity to undertake at the end of the second year an international year and visit a different university or a research centre.

Variations to 2020/21 courses

Entry requirements

The entry grades outlined in this section indicate the likely offer or range of offers which would be made to candidates along with any subject specific requirements. This is for general information only. Keele University reserves the right to vary offer conditions depending upon a candidate’s application. Read more about our undergraduate entry requirements for United Kingdom, European Union and International students.

A LEVEL REQUIREMENTS

• BCC
• To include Biology or Chemistry at grade B. A pass in at least one Science Practical will be required *
• Subjects not included: Dual award Applied Science, Critical Thinking, General Studies, Maths and Further Maths in combination. Media Studies only accepted with both Chemistry and Biology

If you don't think you'll meet the entry requirements specified, Foundation Year offers an alternative route to study for this degree.

GCSE REQUIREMENTS

• Maths GCSE at C / 4 or Approved International equivalent to GCSE Maths at C / 4
• GCSE English Language/Literature at Grade C / 4 or IELTS at 7.0 overall with minimum 6.5 in each subcomponent or approved international equivalent to GCSE English Language Grade C / 4.

BTEC

• DMM from approved module list
• You must have taken certain Science units. Please contact School of Pharmacy for further advice on pharmacy@keele.ac.uk

If you don't think you'll meet the entry requirements specified, Foundation Year offers an alternative route to study for this degree.

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE

• 28 points to include Higher Level Chemistry or Biology at 6

ACCESS TO HE DIPLOMA REQUIREMENTS

• Obtain Access to HE Diploma with 104 UCAS Tariff points including a minimum of 15 L3 credits at Distinction. 15 L3 credits are required in Biology and/ or Chemistry. Please contact School of Pharmacy for further advice on pharmacy@keele.ac.uk

PLEASE NOTE

* Science practical only required from applicants taking reformed A level Biology, Chemistry or Physics in England

Foundation year

You may choose to study this course via foundation year.

If you’re returning to education following a break, wish to study a new subject or don’t have the grades or sufficient equivalent experience for direct entry to this course, a foundation year may be a good option for you.

Following successful completion (including any additional progression requirements) of the foundation year you can progress on to this course.

The foundation year offers September starts across all subjects, and January starts across all science, humanities, social sciences and business routes.

The January intake excludes the Veterinary Medicine and Surgery degree with Foundation Year and other health-related foundation Year degree

For more details visit our foundation year webpages.

Foundation year

Fees and funding

Going to university can be a daunting as well as an exciting experience. It can be difficult to understand the true costs of being a student, as well as the financial support that is available to help you meet those costs.

We can help you to manage your funds, create a budget and ensure that you receive any funding for which you may be eligible. We also offer financial support such as the Keele University Hardship Fund and emergency loans.

For more information visit our money, advice and guidance section.

Career prospects

96% of Keele graduates were in a job or further study within six months of graduating (DLHE, 2017)

On a global scale, the field of cells and tissue engineering seems poised for some rapid advances that may transform treatment and diagnostic approaches. By creating this specialised workforce that will respond to the future demands for alternative regenerative drugs, this course is valuable to students wishing to enter the biotechnology, pharmaceutical or regenerative medicine sectors or to progress into specialist clinical training.

The course is also ideal to students that wish to continue their studies and register for a PhD.

Regardless of which career you pursue after Keele, employers will want evidence of the range of skills and personal qualities you possess and which are required for the job. Your degree is clearly important in this respect but don’t forget the extra-curricular activities, positions of responsibility, jobs and voluntary work you may have been engaged in while studying at Keele. These activities allow you to demonstrate the skills and personal qualities required by employers and will be vital in your attempts to secure graduate employment.

It is estimated that 60% of jobs are open to graduates of any discipline. This demonstrates the flexibility of many graduate employers when setting out their academic requirements and that students are not necessarily restricted to careers related to their degree.

Find out more about our careers and employability services, including career planning, alumni mentoring, jobs, internships, starting your own business and much more.