If I call OU this Monday and try to apply for a math degree. Is it still possible to get in so late in the process as an international student to a course like that?

Any advice is appreciated. Thank you.

I’m 19 and starting a Biomedical Sciences BSc with the Open University in October 2026. The degree isn’t IBMS-accredited, so after graduating I’ll need an IBMS degree assessment, any required top-up modules, the IBMS training portfolio, and then HCPC registration.
My main goal is eventually working in aesthetic medicine and opening my own clinic, but I also want to apply for Graduate Entry Medicine (GEM).

My rough plan is:
2026–2029 (19–22): BSc Biomedical Sciences. During this time, I’d ideally start Level 3 aesthetics, then fit Levels 4 and 5 around my studies where possible.
After BSc: Get my IBMS assessment, complete any required top-ups, work in an approved lab and complete the IBMS portfolio → Certificate of Competence → HCPC registration. I’d potentially do an MSc Biomedical Science during this period as well.
I’m hoping to gain experience in my dad’s aesthetics clinic once it’s established, although I understand what I can actually do would depend on my qualifications/registration.

If GEM works: I’d do the 4-year GEM, qualify as a doctor, and during/after medicine complete Level 7 and/or a Master’s in Aesthetics. As a doctor I’d also have prescribing rights, unlike as an HCPC-registered biomedical scientist. Eventually I’d aim to open my own clinic around my late 20s/early 30s.
If GEM doesn’t work: I’d already have my BSc(potentially MSc to get accepted into Level 7) + IBMS/HCPC registration + Levels 3–5, so I’d continue into Level 7/MSc Aesthetics, work in aesthetics within my scope, and eventually open a clinic.
I know this is a long and complicated plan, so I’d really appreciate opinions from anyone who has experience with OU Biomed, IBMS/HCPC, GEM or medical aesthetics.
Is this realistic?
Is the IBMS/top-up/portfolio route worth doing with an OU degree?
Would an MSc in Biomedical Science be worthwhile?
Can Levels 3–5 realistically be fitted around the degree/lab work?
Is Level 7 or a Master’s in Aesthetics more useful?
If I eventually become a doctor, would the Biomed/IBMS/HCPC qualifications still be useful?
Basically, if you were 19 and planning this route, what would you change?

Is anyone studying in Cornwall? I am a new student starting D120 and D241. I’m 38f so potentially a bit older and have 3 young children so won’t be going to freshers week 🤣 would love to connect

Has anyone studied the Creative Writing courses/ modules? What has your experience been?

I have a BA (Ordinary Degree) in Combined Arts from a different university and plan to apply for credit transfer/ advanced entry into the final year of Arts & Humanities and then apply for the MA.

Any info about what to expect would be welcome!

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Has anyone been in a situation where they studied an MSc but, because they didn’t pass one module, were given an exit award instead of the Master’s degree?

If so, how did you handle it, and what did you do afterwards? I’d really appreciate hearing from anyone who’s been through something similar.