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Overview
Become a highly skilled biomedical scientist
Biomedical Science is at the centre of modern science. Through this profession, you could identify outbreaks of diseases, uncover breakthroughs in medicine and determine the effectiveness of a patient’s treatment.
With this degree, you’ll be at the heart of all medical research and highly valued in the healthcare sector. If you see yourself as a problem solver, have a passion for science and a deep interest in how the body works, Biomedical Science could be the route for you.
Gain a solid understanding of how the human body works
On this highly practical degree course you will be equipped with the real-life skills that employers are looking for through a combination of high-quality classroom and laboratory skill sessions.
You’ll learn about the latest technologies being applied in the biomedical science field to improve diagnoses and treatments in our new purpose-built laboratory facilities using specialist scientific equipment. In your final year, you’ll carry out your own research project and look at how research can be applied to commercial settings. An optional one-year placement will be available after completion of the first three years.
Work alongside our practice-experienced staff
This course is delivered by experienced staff, including Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) registered Biomedical Scientists, who are highly regarded in their fields.
You’ll be taught by research-active academics and conduct research alongside our biomedical science experts as part of your degree. Our team will support you in achieving your learning goals and work with you in developing your study skills and ability.
Discover our supportive community
We pride ourselves on our community and the support we offer our students. Our smaller class sizes ensure that you will be known by a name and truly valued, as you feel the support of your personal tutor from the moment you join.
Study the core areas required for employment
- Cellular pathology
- Clinical biochemistry
- Clinical immunology
- Haematology
- Transfusion science
- Clinical genetics
- Medical microbiology
- Near-patient testing (NPT)/Point-of-care testing (POCT)
- Quality control and quality assurance.
Modules
Level 4
- Laboratory Practical Skills
- Cell and Microbiology
- Physiological Systems
- Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics
- Immunology, Haematology & Transfusion
- Professional & Academic Development.
Level 5
- Cellular & Molecular Pathology
- Clinical Immunology, Haematology & Transfusion
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Clinical Genetics
- Medical Microbiology
- Applied Biomedical Skills & Academic Development.
Level 6
- Research Project
- Pharmacology & Bioinformatics
- Integrated Diagnostics
- Research in Biomedicine
- Optional module – Bioentrepreneurship, Nutrition and Dietetics or Complementary and Alternative Medicine.
Facilities
Experience brand new on-campus facilities that help you thrive
Laboratory space
Use our dedicated lab spaces within the Tech Park.
Learning Resource Centre
The Learning Resource Centre (LRC) contains the library, a café, IT/teaching rooms and the Support and Information Zone (SIZ).
Library
Our campus library holds more than 200,000 books and over 500,000 eBooks.
School of Nursing and Allied Health
The School of Nursing and Allied Health is based on the Bishop Otter campus, you will learn on campus within purpose-built laboratories and teaching rooms.
Course Costs
Course Fees 2025/26
UK fee
International fee
EU/EEA Fee Reduction Scholarship
EU/EEA students automatically pay the equivalent of UK fees via the EU/EEA Fee Reduction Scholarship
For further details about fees, please see our Tuition Fees page.
To find out about any additional costs on this course, please see our Additional Costs page.
Course specific costs
- One uniform will be provided but you are likely to require additional uniforms which cost in the region of £30.
- The University will pay for an occupational health assessment, however you may need to pay for immunisations if they are not covered by your GP.
- You will need a pair of suitable comfortable shoes while on clinical placement and studying in our simulation settings (estimated cost £40- £60).
- You will need to purchase some of your own clinical items, for instance a stethoscope and fob watch (estimated cost £30).
- You will need to be able to travel to your placement.
NHS Learning Support Fund
You will receive at least £5,000 a year, with further funding available for eligible students. You can find out more on the NHS website.
Entry Requirements
Typical Offer (individual offers may vary)
UCAS
A Levels
BTEC Extended Diploma
T Level
Access course
International Baccalaureate (IB)
IELTS
Contextual offers
We believe everyone deserves an equal opportunity to pursue higher education, regardless of their background.
When we receive your application we consider your personal circumstances and the factors surrounding your achievements to see if you are eligible for a contextual offer. This is an offer with a reduced entry tariff – typically the equivalent of 16 fewer UCAS points (two A-level grades).
Find out more about our contextual offers.
