Program Overview

Introduction to Biomedical Science

The University of Kent offers a comprehensive Biomedical Science program that equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand disease and advance science. This program is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the human body and the science behind diagnosing and treating disease.

Key Information

• Start: September 2026
• Location: Canterbury
• Study mode: 3 years full-time
• Fees (per year):
  • UK: TBC
  • International: £23,500
• Typical offer: BBB / 104-120 UCAS points
• Professionally Recognised:
  • Institute of Biomedical Science
  • Royal Society of Biology
• Other course options:
  • Foundation Year
  • Year in Professional Practice
  • Year Abroad

The Course

The Biomedical Science course at the University of Kent explores the science of disease and develops the skills to investigate, diagnose, and help treat human illness. The course is taught by active researchers, including NHS staff and biomedical science practitioners, and includes practical lab experience from the start.

What You'll Study

The course covers a range of topics, including:

• Biological chemistry
• Genetics
• Molecular and cellular biology
• Human physiology and disease
• Metabolism
• Advanced immunology
• Haematology and blood transfusion
• Pathogens

Stage 1

In the first year, students develop their skills as bioscientists, covering the fundamentals of biological chemistry, genetics, molecular and cellular biology, human physiology and disease, and metabolism.

Stage 2

In the second year, students delve deeper into the science of disease, exploring topics such as:

• Molecular genetics
• Clinical diagnostics
• Drugs and disease
• Immunology
• The microbial world
• Neuroscience

Stage 3

In the final year, students complete a research project, which can be lab-based or literature-based, and have a broad choice of optional modules, including:

• Neuroscience
• Bioinformatics and genomics
• Cancer biology
• Applied bioinformatics and genomics
• Biology of ageing
• Science communication and public engagement

Entry Requirements

• Typical offer: 104-120 UCAS points
• A level: BBB, including Biology at grade B or Applied Science Double Award at grade BB
• BTEC: DDM
• IB: 120 tariff points
• International students: Visit the International Student website for further information

Fees and Funding

• Tuition fees for 2026 entry:
  • UK: TBC
  • International: £23,500
• Fees for year in industry: £1,905
• Fees for year abroad: £1,430

Your Future

Graduates of the Biomedical Science program at the University of Kent are eligible for a range of career paths, including:

• NHS Biomedical Science
• Public health laboratories
• Clinical trials and diagnostics
• Pharmaceutical and biotech industries
• Graduate medicine
• MSc and PhD research

The program is accredited by the Institute for Biomedical Science (IBMS) and the Royal Society of Biology (RSB), providing students with a recognized degree that is valued across the healthcare and science sectors.