BSc Biomedical Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science, exploring human physiology and disease mechanisms. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Data Analysis, Statistics, Critical & Analytical Thinking, and Communication & Writing. This course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS). Students may undertake an optional one-year industry placement or an NHS training laboratory placement.
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Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff: 96 to 112 Tariff Points Subject requirements: Grade B in A-level Biology, or a recognised equivalent
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What students say
Based on about 81 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 85%
- Learning opportunities: 84%
- Assessment and feedback: 65%
- Academic support: 83%
- Organisation and management: 78%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 80%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 105 students who started
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 6%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 970 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 85%
- North West: 3%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- East Midlands: 1%
- London: 1%
- South East: 1%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 115 students who started
- A levels: 83%
- Access course: 7%
- Foundation course: 3%
- A degree: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 4%
- Other qualifications: 1%
- No formal qualifications: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a biomedical scientist.
- Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Cell Biology and Genetics
- Practical Skills
- Biochemistry
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Introductory Pathological Sciences
- Skills for Academic Success in a UK University
- Microbiology and Immunology
- Biology of Disease
- Cellular and Transfusion Science
- Medical Biochemistry
- Molecular Biology and Genetics
- Bioscience Research & Analysis
- Study Abroad
- Industrial Placement Year
- Biomedical and Biological Sciences Research Project
- Molecular Cell Interactions
- Pathology in Practice
- Advanced Analytical Techniques
- Genomics
- Drug Design and Development
- Biomedicine In Focus
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science at Northumbria University earn?
The median salary is £28,500 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,000 and £38,500. The £33,000 median after five years is £6,000 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biomedical Science at Northumbria University?
85% 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 at Northumbria University?
The typical offer is CA at A level. The average entrant had 120 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biomedical Science at Northumbria University accredited?
Yes. Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a biomedical scientist. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
Does BSc Biomedical Science at Northumbria University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Biomedical Science at Northumbria University?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 6% left higher education.