Tuition Fee
GBP 18,300
Per year
Start Date
2026-09-01
Medium of studying
On campus
Duration
3 years
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Bachelors
Major
Biomedical Sciences | Biotechnology | Genetics | Microbiology | Molecular Biology
Area of study
Health | Natural Science
Education type
On campus
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
GBP 18,300
Intakes
Program start date | Application deadline |
2026-09-01 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
Biomedical Science/Applied Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
Course Overview
This Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) degree aims to give you valuable hands-on experience in the fascinating field of biomedical science. It prepares you for a rewarding career in healthcare, research or industry.
Key Features
- Well-equipped suite of analytical and biological laboratories where you can gain hands-on experience using industry-standard techniques.
- Support applying for placements in laboratory and industrial settings to gain crucial real-world experience.
- Focus on student-centred teaching in which you devise and carry out your own laboratory experiments so that you can demonstrate your ability to work independently and solve problems to future employers.
- Taught by experienced academic staff who have a range of both research and industrial backgrounds, including staff who are HCPC registered, with interests and expertise in a wide range of disciplines which align to the course content.
Accreditation and Professional Recognition
- The degree is currently accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) for the 2024/25 intake.
- The Royal Society of Biology has accredited this course up to and including September 2028 entry for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
Course Structure
Year One
- Human Physiology: Homeostasis and Health (20 credits)
- Genetics, Heredity and Evolution (20 credits)
- Structure, Function and Analysis of Biomolecules (20 credits)
- Cell Communication, Structure, and Function (20 credits)
- The Microbial World (20 credits)
- Applied Techniques in Biology (20 credits)
Year Two
- Genetic Basis of Disease (20 credits)
- Infectious Disease and Immune Defence (20 credits)
- Haematology and Blood Disorders (20 credits)
- Cellular Basis of Disease (20 credits)
- Metabolic and Endocrine Disorders (20 credits)
- Biomedical Science Professional Practice (20 credits)
Placement Year
- Professional Experience Sandwich Year (Approved Biomedical Science laboratory with IBMS portfolio completion) (0 credits)
- Professional Experience Sandwich Year (0 credits)
Final Year
- Medical Microbiology and Virology (20 credits)
- Clinical Biochemistry and Immunology (20 credits)
- Cancer Biology (20 credits)
- Clinical Haematology and Transfusion Science (20 credits)
- Research Design in Biomedical Science (20 credits)
- Independent Project in Biomedical Science (20 credits)
Entry Requirements
- UK: 120 UCAS points, BBB to include Biology. Excludes General Studies.
- International: 32 points to include 5 points in Biology at Higher Level.
- GCSE: maths, English and two sciences at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2, or other equivalent Level 2 awards.
Fees and Funding
- UK: £9,535 per year (2025/26 fees)
- EU: £9,535 per year with EU Support Bursary (2025/26 fees)
- International: £18,300 per year (2025/26 fees)
Facilities
- State-of-the-art SuperLab
- Analytical Chemistry suite
- Physiology suite
Careers and Opportunities
- This course aims to enable you to develop knowledge, skills and competence to prepare you for a variety of careers in biomedical and biological science, or for other graduate level roles.
- Possible employment destinations include hospital, public health and other diagnostic providers, clinical sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, cancer research, microbiology, genetics and genomics laboratories.
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