Biomedical Science BSc(Hons)
University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH
Course overview
Studying biomedical science gives you the foundational knowledge needed to perform clinical research and promote the health of both humans and animals. This Biomedical Science BSc(Hons) degree course explores key subject areas, including blood science, immunology, physiology and pathology. You’ll start the course alongside our other biological science students, building up your knowledge in medical pharmacology, microbiology and biochemistry before specialising in areas like haematology and clinical pathology.
In your final year, you’ll explore some of the latest developments in biomedical science by carrying out an independent research project. The top five job titles advertised in the UK for graduate roles associated with courses in this subject area are Laboratory Technicians, Laboratory Assistants, Biology Technicians, Biological Science Technicians and Pharmaceutical Technicians.* *Lightcast data extracted from Graduate Career Explorer – job postings from Dec 2023 to Nov 2024 showing jobs advertised associated with a selection of relevant graduates. For Biomedical Sciences we’ve ranked Joint 1st in the UK for Graduate prospects in the Complete University Guide 2026.
In addition, 88.5% of participants in the 2025 National Student Survey agreed that learning resources in this subject area were high quality.
Key highlights
- Covers blood science, immunology, physiology and pathology
- Shared first-year foundation in pharmacology, microbiology and biochemistry
- Specialise in areas such as haematology and clinical pathology
- Independent final-year research project on latest biomedical developments
- Optional placement year available as a four-year route
- Ranked joint 1st in UK for graduate prospects (CUG 2026)
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBC-BCC — to include including a grade B in either Biology or Chemistry
- UCAS tariff points: 104-112 — …A-Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree course. 112-104 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including a minimum grade B in either Biology or Chemistry A Level.
- T-level: Merit — Merit in T Level in Science.
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
- Access to HE Diploma — with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above to include modules in relevant Science subjects
Scholarships
Merit-based Scholarships
At the University of Huddersfield, we recognise academic excellence by offering a merit-based scholarship of up to £4,000 to international students for a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Careers this course leads to
- Laboratory Technician
- Laboratory Assistant
- Biology Technician
- Biological Science Technician
- Pharmaceutical Technician
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 | International: £17,600
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Huddersfield, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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