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This is the study of life, from the fundamental building blocks of our genes to the largest animals that inhabit our planet; how living things work – how they interact with one another and their surroundings, and how they change and evolve; and it involves the application of biomedical science to clinical research.

• You will learn how to use analytical and technical procedures to monitor and improve human health and to investigate disease.
• You will study the science that is broadly similar to the preclinical component of a medical degree.
• You will also learn how to ask questions, make observations, and analyse evidence – in theory work and through practical laboratory sessions – and to present and communicate your findings clearly while developing your computer literacy and research skills.
• The main strengths of the Department include Biological Control, Bioinformatics, Immunology, Medical Mycology, Molecular Genetics and Plant Biotechnology and staff have international reputations in these areas. New appointments in the Department have consolidated research strengths in Immunology and Protein Chemistry.
• Opportunity to study a Bachelor of Arts subject in first year such as Economics, Spanish or Anthropology. Alternatively students can choose a Bachelor of Science subject.
• There is a transfer pathway from 1st year MH201 Science to 2nd year MH208 Biological & Biomedical Sciences for students who have taken Biology, Mathematics and another two subjects. Places are limited and are based on 1st year results and points attained in school leaving examinations.

Course Structure

1st year

30 credits of Biology in 1st year, Mathematics and 1 other Science or Arts subject.
Available Science subjects are Chemistry, Computer Science or Experimental Physics. Compatible Arts subjects: Anthropology, Business (International), Business (Management), Business (Marketing), Economics, Finance or Spanish

2nd year

Concentrate on Biology and Biological Science, along with Mathematics, Chemistry, Computer Science or Experimental Physics (if taken in 1st year). Mathematics is taken if you chose an Arts subject.
Optional 10 credit Critical Skills or Electives available in second year

3rd year

Choose from a range of Biological and Biomedical Science topics depending on your preferences

Course Duration: 4 years

Career Options

Students graduate with either a BSc in Biological Science OR a BSc in Biomedical Science.

BSc Biological Science graduates pursue careers in research, industry and teacher training. BSc Biomedical Science graduates pursue careers in research, industry or enter graduate entry degree programmes (e.g. medicine, pharmacy, veterinary) or engage in Biomedical research. The BSc in Biomedical Science does not qualify to work in a hospital

diagnostic laboratory, although graduates do work in clinical research.

We currently offer the following postgraduate courses:

MSc Biology (Research)

MSc Immunology and Global Health (Taught)

PhD Biology