Biomedical Sciences BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Biomedical Sciences BSc (Hons)
The aim of biomedical science is to understand the function of the human body. In both health and disease, it looks at the following levels:
* molecular
* cellular
* organ
* system
Biomedical scientists integrate the knowledge they gain from research across a range of related disciplines, and apply it to the analysis of disease mechanisms.
The basic research they carry out is fundamental for developments and innovation in disease:
* diagnosis
* treatment
* prevent...
The aim of biomedical science is to understand the function of the human body. In both health and disease, it looks at the following levels:<br/><br/><br/>* molecular<br/><br/><br/>* cellular<br/><br/><br/>* organ<br/><br/><br/>* system<br/><br/><br/>Biomedical scientists integrate the knowledge they gain from research across a range of related disciplines, and apply it to the analysis of disease mechanisms.<br/><br/>The basic research they carry out is fundamental for developments and innovation in disease:<br/><br/><br/>* diagnosis<br/><br/><br/>* treatment<br/><br/><br/>* prevention<br/><br/><br/>Biomedical scientists develop individual scientific, experimental and critical skills. These can contribute to major improvements in human health and the treatment of illness.<br/><br/><strong>Programme benefits</strong><br/><br/><br/>* You will join an interdisciplinary programme that provides the knowledge, skills, and personal and professional development appropriate for globally competitive graduates of our key disciplines.<br/><br/><br/>* You will have the opportunity to undertake projects with our leading biomedical researchers addressing major global biomedical challenges.<br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Central area campus
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C190
Institution Code
E56
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,B,B
AABB (achievement by end of S5 preferred). BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. Required subjects: Highers: Biology at B; Chemistry at B. Higher Mathematics or Physics and Advanced Higher Biology and Chemistry are recommended. National 5s: Mathematics at B; English at C.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
34
34 points with 655 at HL. Required subjects: HL: Biology and Chemistry, one at 5 and one at 6. Mathematics or Physics is recommended. SL: English at 5; Mathematics: Analysis and approaches or Mathematics: Applications and interpretation at 5. If Mathematics and English Language do not form part of your IB diploma, we will also accept GCSE Mathematics, or equivalent, at B/6 and GCSE English Language or equivalent at C/4.
A level
A,A,B
AAB. These grades should be achieved in one year. Required subjects: A levels: Biology at B; Chemistry at B. Mathematics or Physics is recommended. GCSEs: Mathematics at B or 6; English at C or 4.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotland | £1,820 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £38,900 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |









































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