BSc Medical Biosciences
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry, combining molecular biology with medical biosciences. Core topics include data analysis, research methods, and critical and analytical thinking. An optional four-year pathway includes a professional placement year in a clinical, research, or industry setting. The programme is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB including grade B in one of the following: Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry or Physics IB: International Baccalaureate Diploma 31 points including a minimum of 5 in Higher Level Biology, Chemistry or Physics. GCSE English equivalent SL 5 or HL 4 and Mathematics SL 2 or HL 2
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What students say
Based on about 79 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 85%
- Learning opportunities: 91%
- Assessment and feedback: 83%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 78%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 140 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 85%
- Gained a higher qualification: 2%
- Left higher education: 6%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 7%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 125 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 11%
- London: 64%
- South East: 16%
- South West: 1%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 135 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 84%
- Access course: 2%
- Foundation course: 4%
- A degree: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 9%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Bronze overall, Bronze for student experience, Bronze for student outcomes.
Modules
- Anatomy, Histology and Physiology
- Biology of the Cell
- Biomedical Sciences Training
- Career Skills and Innovation
- Experimental Design and Bioinformatics
- Fundamental Biochemistry
- Medical Biochemistry
- Genetics, Genomics & Health with Bioinformatics
- Human Pathology & Clinical Biochemistry
- Immunology and Medical Microbiology
- Molecular and Cellular Biology with Developmental and Stem Cell Biology
- Integrated Pathobiology
- Medical Immunology, Pharmacology and Toxicology
- Research Toolkit and Quality Management
- Final Year Project
- Epidemiology and Disease Prevention
- Epigenetic and Cellular Dysfunctions in Human Diseases
- Genomic Medicine & Gene Therapy
- Haematology and Transfusion Science
- Medical Biochemistry and Endocrine Disorders
- Microbial Pathogenesis
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Medical Biosciences at Brunel University of London earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 3 years, £36,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £28,000 and £45,000. The £36,500 median after five years is £3,500 more than the UK median for Molecular biology, biophysics and biochemistry.
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Medical Biosciences at Brunel University of London?
85% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Medical Biosciences at Brunel University of London?
The typical offer is ABB at A level, or 31 points in the IB. The average entrant had 112 UCAS points.
Is BSc Medical Biosciences at Brunel University of London accredited?
Yes. This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.
How many students continue on BSc Medical Biosciences at Brunel University of London?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 6% left higher education.