BScBiomedical Science
Our Biomedical Science degree enables you to explore the sciences related to medicine and in particular, the specialist disciplines of diagnostic Biomedical Science as practised in Health Service Laboratories. Our degree is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science and is aimed at students wishing to pursue a career in diagnostic laboratory science as biomedical scientists within the NHS, research or management careers in the pharmaceutical industries or academic research.
- Entry requirements
- AB (in any order in Biology/Human Biology and Chemistry) B + GCSE Mathematics grade C
- English language requirements
- An IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each test component.
- Tuition fees
- £20,800 / ¥189,260
Course Content
Biomedical Science comprises the sciences related to medicine and in particular these specialist disciplines of diagnostic Biomedical Science as practised in Health Service Laboratories:
- Clinical Bacteriology and Immunology
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Haematology and Transfusion Science
- Histopathology and Cytology
Further modules provide a sound background to other fundamental areas of Biomedical Sciences (including Anatomy and Physiology) along with cutting-edge subject areas of relevance to Life Science careers.
The modules are:
Stage 1
- Molecular Basis of Life
- The World of Microorganisms
- Human Structure and Function
Stage 2
- The Sciences of Disease
- Cell Biology and Clinical Genetics
- Professional Practice in Biomedical Science
Stage 3
- Research Project
- Molecular Markers of Disease
- Advanced Infections and Clinical Biochemistr
Related courses
- Food Quality, Safety and Nutrition
- 3 years (DB6K)
Applications open
Why Queen's
Global Opportunities
The School has established links with two universities in the USA – the University of Nevada in Reno and the University of Vermont, where several students are given the opportunity to work in their research laboratories for a year between second and final year.
Professional Accreditation
This degree, which is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science, is aimed at students wishing to pursue a career in diagnostic laboratory science as biomedical scientists within the NHS, research and development or management careers in the pharmaceutical industries and/or academic research.
World-class Facilities
The School has excellent research facilities as well as strong links with clinical departments.
Internationally Renowned Experts
Our teaching staff comprises enthusiastic teachers with world-class research in the biomedical sciences. Professional biomedical scientists from NHS laboratories also make a major contribution to the degree.
Careers/further study
The BSc in Biomedical Science at Queen’s is aimed at students wishing to pursue a career in:
- Diagnostic laboratory science as Biomedical Scientists within the National Health Service
- Clinical trials relating to drug registration and patents
- Government or Charity-funded research laboratories
- Management careers in the Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology Industries
- Academic Research and Development
- Postgraduate entry to Medicine, Dentistry and allied health professions after gaining a strong scientific training at undergraduate level
In addition to graduates in Biomedical Science being interested in pursuing a career in the field, the degree also affords opportunities for careers in the broad field of medicine and medically-related subjects such as medical sales and science writing. In addition, the degree provides access to graduate jobs in other disciplines.
Further Study
Many students go into further study after their degree, completing Master’s and PhDs and a significant proportion of graduates gain entry to a Medical or Dental degree both at Queen’s University Belfast and abroad.
The knowledge and experience I gained in my time of study at Queen’a has been invaluable. Having the opportunity to work alongside leading academics in my final year Honours project allowed me to develop the skills that will benefit me in my future career as a Biomedical Scientist in the NHS.James Allen BSc (Hons), Biomedical Science Graduate, 2018
