Are you passionate about improving lives, protecting the planet, and shaping the future of health and science? The Faculty of Medicine, Health, and Life Sciences offers an exciting opportunity to be part of a global movement that addresses some of the world’s biggest challenges.
From biological sciences to medicine and pharmacy, our undergraduate programmes are designed to empower students like you to embrace change, challenge norms, and make a real impact on the world. Join us and become a leader in shaping a healthier, more sustainable future.
Formally accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, Biological Sciences encompasses many aspects of the biosciences, from molecules to ecosystems and includes exploration of: Biological diversity, systematics and conservation, Cell and tissue structure, function and physiology, Ecology and behaviour, Form and function of microorganisms, protists, fungi, plants and animals, and Genetics and mechanisms and pathways of evolution.
Formally accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, Biochemistry is the molecular basis of life. It applies chemical principles to some of the most exciting problems in the life sciences industry, explains how drugs work, helps us understand what goes wrong in diseases, and enables ‘genetic engineering‘. Consequently, the subject is essential to drug discovery, biotechnology and biomedical research.
Environmental Management studies the growing changes affecting the natural environment, and the increasing role of environmental policies and how they affect businesses and organisations. It combines aspects of science, geography and environmental planning with an environmental work placement to understand the environmental systems in which we live and work.
Queen's is ranked 3rd in the UK for Food Science (Complete University Guide 2025)
The world's food supply is reducing, its production is under increasing pressure, and so safety issues are more likely to arise. Our Undergraduate programme in Food Science and Nutrition is tailored towards students who aim to work within the agriculture, food industry or related sectors, offering a unique qualification in the fields of food quality, safety and nutrition.
Formally accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, Marine biology is the interdisciplinary study of life in the ocean. At the present time, the position of marine biology graduates has never been as critical to the functioning of our society, economy and environment. Complex issues such as overfishing, pollution and climate change are colliding to bring about extraordinary and sometimes catastrophic changes in marine systems.
Formally accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, Microbiology is the study of bacteria, fungi, algae, protozoa and viruses, and is of immense importance in relation to the environment, agriculture and food, biomedical sciences and biotechnology. Micro-organisms and their activities are vitally important to virtually all processes on Earth.
Formally accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, Zoology is the study of animals, from the simplest invertebrates to the largest land or marine mammals. Simple animals often provide models for the study of higher, more complex species (including humans) and help drive basic research that transcends the subject boundaries.
Pharmaceutical science is the study of the formulation, development and manufacture of new drugs. The BSc in Pharmaceutical Sciences degree is designed to create students who are the next generation of pharmaceutical scientists, able to work in all stages of the drug development process as part of a multi-disciplinary research team. Graduates may be involved in any aspect of drug product development and the School of Pharmacy has world-leading academics that are fully engaged with leading industrial partners tackling global health problems.
Pharmaceutical Biotechnology enables the discovery, development and manufacture of innovative products that have the potential to improve and extend life using biotechnological tools and techniques to enable the discovery, development and evolution of novel therapeutics and innovative drug delivery systems. The prospects of employment for a graduate with a BSc in Pharmaceutical Biotechnology degree in the UK are high. Graduates can pursue careers in the Pharmaceutical and Medical devices industry. Opportunities also exist in areas relating to Research and Development, Manufacturing and supply, commercial or support functions.
Biomedical scientists focus on how cells, organs and systems function in the human body; an area that is highly relevant to the understanding and treatment of human diseases. 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. The course is aimed at students wishing to pursue a career in: Diagnostic laboratory science, Clinical trials, Government or Charity-funded research laboratories or a career in the Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology Industries.
Human Biology is the integrated study of human anatomy and physiology, including the study of the body in health and disease. It covers a wide range of topics, ranging from genetics, microbiology and immunology to the core disciplines of anatomy, microanatomy and physiology. Specialist subject areas which can be studied in detail include Pharmacology, Topographical Anatomy, Exercise and Applied Physiology, Developmental Studies, Embryology, Neuroscience and Science Communication. This course leads to career opportunities in the medical and pharmaceutical industries, teaching, scientific publishing or the scientific civil service. Many students go into further study after their degree, completing Master’s, PhDs or Medical degrees.
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