BSc Biomedical Sciences
About this course
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Sciences, a biological sciences degree examining cellular mechanisms and human disease processes. Core topics include Research Methods. Students complete independent research projects and tailor their studies through numerous advanced module choices in later stages. The first year establishes foundational knowledge through compulsory modules including Chemistry of Life, Fundamentals of Biochemistry, Fundamentals of Cell Biology and Physiology, How to Think Like a Scientist, and The Human Genome and Disease. The second year advances core understanding via compulsory study in Cell Biology, Flow of Genetic Information, Immunology, Infection and Inflammation, and Principles of Pharmacology, alongside optional topics such as Adaptive Physiology, Bioinformatics, and Neuroscience. In the final year, students select from specialized options covering areas like Bioinformatics and Systems Biology, Biomedical Parasitology, Cancer Chromosome Biology, Immunology, and Neurodegenerative Disease, while undertaking independent practical investigations through either the In-Silico Research Project or Laboratory Research Project.
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB including Biology or Chemistry and one further science subject. IB: Pass with overall score of 32 points, with 16 points at Higher Level, including 5 and 6 points at Higher Level in Chemistry or Biology and one further science subject
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What students say
Based on about 75 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 79%
- Assessment and feedback: 71%
- Academic support: 84%
- Organisation and management: 83%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 80%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 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 8 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 40%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 35%
Most common jobs
- Administrative occupations: 25%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 15%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 15%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 95%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 95%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 80%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 680 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 9%
- South East: 61%
- South West: 17%
- Wales: 2%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 120 students who started
- A levels: 89%
- Baccalaureate: 3%
- Access course: 3%
- Foundation course: 4%
- Other HE qualification: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Chemistry of Life
- Fundamentals of Biochemistry
- Fundamentals of Cell Biology and Physiology
- How to Think Like a Scientist
- The Human Genome and Disease
- Cell Biology
- Flow of Genetic Information
- Immunology, Infection and Inflammation
- Principles of Pharmacology
- Adaptive Physiology
- Applied and Environmental Biochemistry
- Bioinformatics
- Engineering Replacement Body Parts
- Exploring Proteins: Structure and Function
- Global Health
- Global Sustainability Challenges
- Medical Microbiology
- Neuroscience
- Pharmacology
- Plant Development and Function
- Principles of Neuroscience
- Vertebrate Development
- Bioinformatics and Systems Biology
- Biomedical Parasitology
- Biomedical Technology
- Bioscience Business
- Cancer Chromosome Biology
- Cell Signalling in Health and Disease
- Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience
- Evolution
- Evolution and Development
- Evolution and Genetics
- Immunology
- In-Silico Research Project
- Laboratory Research Project
- Microbiomes and Health
- Molecular Cell Biology
- Molecular Pharmacology
- Molecular Recognition
- Molecular and Structural Basis of Disease
- Musculoskeletal Physiology of Movement
- Neurodegenerative Disease
- Pharmacology of Neuropsychiatric Disorders
- Plant Development and Function
- Science Communication
- Selective Toxicity
- Systems Neuroscience
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biomedical Sciences at University of Southampton earn?
The median salary is £30,500 after 15 months, £29,500 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £25,000 and £38,500. The £33,000 median after five years is £6,000 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biomedical Sciences at University of Southampton 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 Sciences at University of Southampton?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Biomedical Sciences at University of Southampton?
The typical offer is ABB at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 138 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biomedical Sciences at University of Southampton accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
Does BSc Biomedical Sciences at University of Southampton include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Biomedical Sciences at University of Southampton?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.