BSc Biomedicine with Research Placement
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Neuroscience. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Project Management. A 34-week supervised research placement forms the third year, undertaken in a university lab, research institute, or industry setting domestically or abroad. The final year culminates in an independent research project supervised by academic staff.
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Entry requirements
BBB-BBC at A Level including a minimum grade B in Chemistry and one of the following relevant Science subjects: Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Psychology. The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study and is a requirement for entry to our degree course. 120-112 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including a minimum grade B in A Level Chemistry and one of the following relevant Science subjects: Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Psychology. The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study and is a requirement for entry to our degree course. In addition you must have GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 4 or above, or grade C or above if awarded under the previous GCSE grading scheme. Merit at T Level in Science including a grade B in A Level Chemistry and one other relevant Science subject.
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What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 80%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 79%
- Academic support: 81%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 96%
- Student voice: 63%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 16 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 15%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 40%
- Sales occupations: 25%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Teaching Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 25 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- North West: 25%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 60%
- West Midlands: 5%
- London: 5%
- South West: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 75%
- Access course: 5%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 20%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Supervised Research 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
- Pharmaceutics and Formulation
- Biochemistry 2
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biomedicine with Research Placement at University of Huddersfield earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 15 months, £37,500 after 3 years, £39,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,000 and £50,500. The £39,000 median after five years is the same as the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biomedicine with Research Placement 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 with Research Placement at University of Huddersfield?
80% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Biomedicine with Research Placement at University of Huddersfield?
The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 109 UCAS points.
Does BSc Biomedicine with Research Placement at University of Huddersfield include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Biomedicine with Research Placement at University of Huddersfield?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.