BSc Biomedical Science (Study Abroad)
About this course
BSc Hons in Biomedical Science (Study Abroad), a biomedical science degree centred on disease diagnosis, human life processes, and modern medical advancements. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Clinical Skills, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. This four-year course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science and includes a third year spent studying at an approved international partner university. The first year establishes core knowledge through modules such as Anatomy and Physiology, Foundations of Biomedical Science, and Introduction to Biosciences, alongside genetics and microbiology study. The second year advances into specialized laboratory disciplines through modules including Cellular Pathology and Medical Microbiology, Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology and Transfusion Science, and Molecular Genetics. The final fourth year focuses on advanced biomedical topics through modules such as Cancer Biology and Therapeutics, Global Health Challenges, and Medical Genetics and Clinical Immunology, alongside an independent Biosciences Research Project.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB. This should include Biology and one other science subject from: Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics. IB: 35 points overall with 16 points from the best 3 HL subjects including 6 in HL Biology and 6 in one further HL science subjects from Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics
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What students say
Based on about 40 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 94%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 79%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 96%
- Student voice: 84%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 105 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 93%
- Left higher education: 7%
What graduates do next
Based on about 33 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 20%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 25%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Engineering professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 60 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 6%
- North West: 39%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 18%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 6%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 6%
- South East: 5%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 135 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 96%
- Baccalaureate: 2%
- Access course: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Foundations of Biomedical Science
- Genetics and Biotechnology
- Introduction to Biosciences
- Microbes, Pathogens and Immunity
- Molecules to Cells
- Biochemistry of Cellular Metabolism
- Cell and Developmental Biology
- Cellular Pathology and Medical Microbiology
- Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology and Transfusion Science
- Microbiology and Immunology
- Molecular Genetics
- Study Abroad
- Biosciences Research Project
- Cancer Biology and Therapeutics
- Global Health Challenges
- Medical Genetics and Clinical Immunology
- Pathobiology
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science (Study Abroad) at Lancaster University earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 15 months, £25,500 after 3 years, £32,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,500 and £40,500. The £32,500 median after five years is £6,500 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science (Study Abroad) at Lancaster University 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 Biomedical Science (Study Abroad) at Lancaster University?
94% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Biomedical Science (Study Abroad) at Lancaster University?
The typical offer is AAB at A level, or 35 points in the IB. The average entrant had 143 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biomedical Science (Study Abroad) at Lancaster University accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
Does BSc Biomedical Science (Study Abroad) at Lancaster University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Biomedical Science (Study Abroad) at Lancaster University?
93% of students continued into their second year, and 7% left higher education.