- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 3 years full-time; 4 years inc. placement year
- Mode
- Full-time
- Subject
- Biomedical Sciences
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
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.
Entry requirements
| A levels | BBC-BCC · Subjects: including a grade B in either Biology or Chemistry |
|---|---|
| UCAS Tariff points | 104–112 UCAS points |
| T Levels | Merit |
| 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 |
English language requirements
| IELTS | 7.0 overall, no part below 6.5 |
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IELTS 7.0 overall with no element lower than 6.5
Fees
International students: £17,600
UK students: £9,535
UK/Home: £9,535
International: £17,600
Start dates
21 September 2026
Application deadline
28 June 2026
Campus
- University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH, United Kingdom
Where you will study
Kirklees, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom
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