BSc Biomedical Science
About this course
BSc in Neuroscience, combining biochemistry, immunology, microbiology and pharmacology. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques and Research Methods. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science and the Royal Society of Biology, the programme assesses practical competencies throughout and concludes with an independent research project.
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Entry requirements
A level: Standard entry requirements*: Year 1 entry: BBB (two sciences required, at least one of which must be Biology or Chemistry; GCSE Chemistry 6/B (if not at A Level); GCSE Maths 6/B, GCSE English Language 6/B or Literature 6/B) Year 2 entry: BBB (Chemistry and Biology, GCSE Maths 6/B, and GCSE English Language 6/B or English Literature 6/B) IB: Standard entry requirements*: Year 1 entry: 30 (Two science subjects at HL5 at least one of which must be Biology or Chemistry. Maths SL5 and English SL5) Year 2 entry: 30 (Chemistry and Biology, one at HL6, the other at HL5. Maths SL5 and English SL5)
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What students say
Based on about 15 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 77%
- Academic support: 97%
- Organisation and management: 78%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 80%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 70 students who started
- Continued on course: 87%
- Left higher education: 13%
What graduates do next
Based on about 20 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 30%
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Finance Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 50%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 40%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 180 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 3%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 1%
- South East: 1%
- South West: 1%
- Scotland: 91%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 75 students who started
- A levels: 59%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 26%
- Other qualifications: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 4%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
- Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Modules
- Being a Biomolecular Scientist 1
- Cells & their Molecules
- Organisms & Disease
- Bio-Organic Chemistry
- Use & Abuse of Drugs in Society
- Pharmaceutical Sciences & Drug Development
- Being a Biomolecular Scientist 2
- Introduction to Immunology
- Introduction to Biochemistry
- Introduction to Microbiology
- Introduction to Pharmacology
- Being a Biomolecular Scientist 3
- Biomedical Biochemistry
- Fundamental Immunology
- Biomedical Microbiology
- Haematology, Immunohaematology, Immunodiagnostics - 20 credits
- Being a Biomolecular Scientist 4 - 40 credits
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Clinical Immunology
- Molecular & Cellular Pathology - 20 credits
- Clinical Microbiology
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science at University of Strathclyde earn?
The median salary is £35,000 after 15 months, £31,500 after 3 years, £32,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £41,500. 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 at University of Strathclyde 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 at University of Strathclyde?
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 at University of Strathclyde?
The average entrant had 206 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biomedical Science at University of Strathclyde 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 at University of Strathclyde include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Biomedical Science at University of Strathclyde?
87% of students continued into their second year, and 13% left higher education.