BSc Biomedical Science
About this course
BSc in Biomedical Science, exploring the sciences related to medicine and diagnostic laboratory practice. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Ethics & Professional Practice, and Entrepreneurship. This degree holds accreditation from the Institute of Biomedical Science.
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Entry requirements
A level: AB (in any order in Biology/Human Biology and Chemistry) B + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 OR A (Biology/Human Biology or Chemistry) AB including a second science subject + GCSE Biology and Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4. IB: 33 points overall including 6,5,5 at Higher Level to include Higher Level grades 6,5 (in any order) in Biology and Chemistry + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 OR 34 points overall including 6,6,5 at Higher Level to include Higher Level grade 6 in Biology or Chemistry and Higher Level grade 5 in a second Science subject + GCSE Biology and Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4.
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What students say
Based on about 23 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 79%
- Learning opportunities: 82%
- Assessment and feedback: 78%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 86%
- Learning resources: 84%
- Student voice: 88%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 110 students who started
- Continued on course: 92%
- Left higher education: 8%
What graduates do next
Based on about 21 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 30%
- Working and studying: 25%
- Further study: 40%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 40%
- Natural and social science professionals: 25%
- Sales occupations: 15%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Who gets in
Based on about 125 students who started
- A levels: 88%
- Access course: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
Modules
- Human Structure and Function
- World of Microorganisms
- Genetics and the Molecular Toolbox
- Molecular Basis of Life
- Professional Skills for Scientists 1
- Fundamentals of Microbiology
- The Sciences of Disease
- Professional Practice in Biomedical Science
- Professional Skills for Scientists 2
- Principles of Cell Biology
- Clinical Genetics
- Research Project
- Molecular Markers of Disease
- Biology of Human Infection
- Clinical Biochemistry
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science at Queen's University Belfast earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months. After fifteen months the middle half of graduates earn between £24,000 and £29,000. The £26,000 median after fifteen months is £1,000 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science at Queen's University Belfast do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biomedical Science at Queen's University Belfast?
79% 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 Queen's University Belfast?
The typical offer is AB at A level, or 33 points in the IB. The average entrant had 151 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biomedical Science at Queen's University Belfast accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
Does BSc Biomedical Science at Queen's University Belfast include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Biomedical Science at Queen's University Belfast?
92% of students continued into their second year, and 8% left higher education.