BSc Biomedicine
About this course
BSc (Hons) Biomedicine, an undergraduate degree focused on human health and disease, examining the biological mechanisms behind medical conditions and treatments. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Project Management. The course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology and offers an optional placement year in a professional work context. The first year establishes fundamental knowledge through compulsory modules including Research Skills, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Biochemistry 1, Physiology 1: Structure and Function, Medical Pharmacology, and The World of Microbes. The second year advances scientific understanding via compulsory modules such as Research Skills 2, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Physiology 2: Control and Integration, and Infectious Diseases and Therapeutics, alongside optional choices like Biochemistry 2 and Pharmaceutics and Formulation. Later stages include compulsory study in Supervised Work Experience, Research Project, Medical Genetics, Immunology and Infection, and Mechanisms and Pathology of Cancer and other Chronic Diseases, with further optional modules including Practical Skills in Clinical Pathology and Biochemistry and Current Topics in Molecular Life Sciences.
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Entry requirements
BBC-BCC at A Level including a grade C in either Biology or Chemistry. The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree course. DMM in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science. 112-104 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including a grade C in either Biology or Chemistry A Level. Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above to include modules in a relevant Science subject. Merit at T Level in Science. 112-104 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications which should include modules in a relevant Science subject.
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What students say
Based on about 17 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 79%
- Learning opportunities: 77%
- Assessment and feedback: 81%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 89%
- Learning resources: 84%
- Student voice: 69%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 20%
Most common jobs
- Other Health Professionals: 60%
- Sales occupations: 15%
- Health associate professionals: 5%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 115 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 14%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 60%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 2%
- London: 9%
- South East: 6%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Supervised Work Experience
- Research Project
- Medical Genetics
- Immunology and Infection
- Mechanisms and Pathology of Cancer and other Chronic Diseases
- Practical Skills in Clinical Pathology and Biochemistry
- Current Topics in Molecular Life Sciences
- Research Skills
- Molecular and Cellular Biology
- Biochemistry 1
- Physiology 1: Structure and Function
- Medical Pharmacology
- The World of Microbes
- Research Skills 2
- Molecular Biology
- Cell Biology
- Physiology 2: Control and Integration
- Infectious Diseases and Therapeutics
- Biochemistry 2
- Pharmaceutics and Formulation
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biomedicine at University of Huddersfield earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £23,000 after 3 years, £27,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £37,000. The £27,500 median after five years is £12,500 less than the UK median for Pharmacy.
What do graduates of BSc Biomedicine at University of Huddersfield do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biomedicine at University of Huddersfield?
79% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Biomedicine at University of Huddersfield?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 121 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biomedicine at University of Huddersfield accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
Does BSc Biomedicine at University of Huddersfield include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Biomedicine at University of Huddersfield?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.