BSc Biomedical Science with Professional Experience
About this course
BSc Biomedical Science with Professional Experience is a four-year undergraduate degree centred on human biology, cellular mechanisms, and disease diagnostics. Core topics include Data Analysis, Research Methods, and Clinical Skills. The course features a compulsory professional experience placement year between the second and final year, allowing students to work in accredited settings such as NHS training laboratories. The first year covers foundational concepts through Cellular and Molecular Principles of Life, Fundamentals of Microbiology, Anatomy and Physiology, Fundamentals of Biochemistry, Human Pathology, and Human Reproduction and Development in Health and Disease. The second year expands into specialized areas with Advanced Studies in Cellular and Molecular Biology, Research and Professional Skills, Haematology and Immunology, Infectious Diseases, Medical Genetics, and Applied Biochemistry: From Disease to Diagnostics. The final year involves independent investigation through the Research Project and Venoms and Poisons: From Pharmacology to Therapeutics, alongside optional modules covering topics such as Pathogens, Cancer and Cell Communication, Neuroscience, Cardiovascular Biology, Endocrinology, and Clinical skills.
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Entry requirements
A level: CCD C in Biology AND one other science subject (second science can be grade D) Acceptable subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. CCC C in Biology IB: 24 points, including HL4 in Biology
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What students say
Based on about 95 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 87%
- Organisation and management: 89%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 83%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 135 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 31 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 69%
- Working and studying: 11%
- Further study: 3%
- Unemployed: 2%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 20%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 70%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 65 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 5%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- West Midlands: 7%
- East of England: 13%
- London: 19%
- South East: 37%
- South West: 16%
- Wales: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
- Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Cellular and Molecular Principles of Life
- Fundamentals of Microbiology
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Fundamentals of Biochemistry
- Human Pathology
- Human Reproduction and Development in Health and Disease
- Advanced Studies in Cellular and Molecular Biology
- Research and Professional Skills
- Haematology and Immunology
- Infectious Diseases
- Medical Genetics
- Applied Biochemistry: From Disease to Diagnostics
- Research Project
- Venoms and Poisons: From Pharmacology to Therapeutics
- Pathogens
- Cancer and Cell Communication
- Neuroscience
- Cardiovascular Biology
- Endocrinology
- Clinical skills
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science with Professional Experience at University of Reading earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months, £25,000 after 3 years, £32,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,000 and £37,500. The £32,000 median after five years is £7,000 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science with Professional Experience at University of Reading do next?
82% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biomedical Science with Professional Experience at University of Reading?
89% 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 with Professional Experience at University of Reading?
The typical offer is CCD at A level, or 24 points in the IB. The average entrant had 116 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biomedical Science with Professional Experience at University of Reading accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS). Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Does BSc Biomedical Science with Professional Experience at University of Reading include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Biomedical Science with Professional Experience at University of Reading?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.