
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science
Edinburgh Napier UniversityEdinburgh, United Kingdom
Course overview
Biomedical science, although well established as a scientific discipline, is also a rapidly advancing subject constantly striving towards improving human health and creating a need for highly skilled biomedical scientists. This course gives you a broad understanding of the scientific investigation of human health and disease. It covers the key aspects and principles of biochemistry, molecular biology, immunology and physiology and their application to the causes and management of disease.
Your learning is supported by our research teams, who are at the forefront of biomedical research and contribute to all aspects of teaching, both lab and non-lab based. In second year, students do have the option of undertaking 'Volunteering and Employability'. This can include an element of work placement.
You'll gain the skills and knowledge to develop a career in biomedical science or progress to postgraduate study. We are #1 for learning resources in the UK for Biomedical sciences and in the top 5 for teaching in the UK for Biomedical sciences (National Student Survey 2025).
Key highlights
- Covers biochemistry, molecular biology, immunology and physiology applied to disease
- Taught by active biomedical research teams in lab and non-lab settings
- Optional second-year Volunteering and Employability module with work placement element
- Ranked #1 in UK for biomedical sciences learning resources (NSS 2025)
- Top 5 in UK for biomedical sciences teaching (NSS 2025)
- Prepares graduates for biomedical science careers or postgraduate study
Entry requirements
- Scottish Highers: BBBB — to include including Human Biology, Biology, Chemistry or Physics
- Scottish Highers: BBCC — minimum (widening access) offer
Scholarships
Albert Morris Scholarships
Undergraduates - £8,000; Master’ - £12,000
Careers this course leads to
- Biomedical Scientist
- Clinical Laboratory Scientist
- Research Scientist
- Laboratory Technician
- Clinical Research Associate
Cost of study
UK/Home: £1,225 | International: £3,520
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 Edinburgh Napier University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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