I just finished my first year of biomedical engineering. Let me tell u now, getting 5C's isn't going to help you in the long run. Yes that's the minimum requirement for universities, however, biomedical engineering heavily relies on Maths , Physics and biology and let me stress the Maths and Physics. The level is quite high and demanding and you'll struggle if u don't study it in A-levels which I didn't. Your GCSE grades will ultimately decide what A-levels you choose. So if you aim for 5C's you're gonna find a hard time being accepted at 6th form to do Maths and Physics. If you aren't able to do these subjects in A-levels then you will also find it hard to get a place in universities that offer subject. Although few universities take on very low UCAS points regardless of what you took in your A-levels. BUT!!! I don't recommend u do this. Since Biomedical/Medical engineering is quite new in some universities teaching it, some won't be accredited by an institute, namely IMECHe and another one (forgot the name). So be very careful what university you end up choosing. Can I also stress that the good universities that offer a well based teaching programme and facilities are far. Eg, Exeter, Galsgow, Bangor, Leeds. But don't let that discourage you from choosing them because at the end of the day it's your future. Also look into student satisfaction for the course that each university provides because they may have an overall amazing score in the league table but Thier student satisfaction on a specific may fall short. But I will say hands down Leeds is really good (Im unfortunately not attending that university). Lastly, just make sure you research what each university offers. Universities I will recommend u not to go to for this specific course, Birmingham City , Bolton, Bradford , Strethclyde. PS: PLACMENTSSSSSSSSS. honestly this is the deciding factor. Although most universities expect you to find you're own placement. Once again why Leeds is your best choice. They offer one year placements. Good Luck. 💪