BSc Biomedical Science
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science, covering disease diagnosis, treatment and prevention through laboratory investigation. Core topics include Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Clinical Skills, Data Analysis, Research Methods and Ethics & Professional Practice. The course shares a common first year with other bioscience degrees, with the option to switch specialism at the end of Year 1. It is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
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Entry requirements
UCAS tariff points You will need one of the following: 112 UCAS points (standard offer), or 96 UCAS points (contextual offer) Read more about contextual offer eligibility. Points must come from a Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator. Accepted qualifications We accept: A Levels in at least two subjects including Grade B in Biology or Chemistry BTEC Extended Diploma – DMM (standard) / MMM (contextual) in Applied Science or relevant (science-based subject) BTEC Diploma – D*D* (standard) / DD (contextual) at least Merit in relevant subjects Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject T Levels in a relevant subject International Baccalaureate – 24 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level, including Higher Level Grade 4 in Biology or Chemistry We also welcome applications from students who are taking Level 3 or higher qualifications not on the UCAS tariff calculator. These are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Additional requirements You will also need: GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics International qualifications We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications. Please visit our International page for full details.
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What students say
Based on about 20 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 83%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 96%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 88%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 45 students who started
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 15%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 20%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 45%
- Administrative occupations: 20%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 10%
- Business and Financial Project Management Professionals: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 50%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 70%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 345 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 9%
- London: 74%
- South East: 9%
- South West: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 80 students who started
- A levels: 69%
- Access course: 14%
- Other HE qualification: 17%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Mental Wealth and Professional Fitness
- Health and Education Study Skills
- Health and Education Analytical Skills
- Media and Communication Skills
- Fundamental Chemistry and Biology
- Professional Practice in Science (Mental Wealth)
- Essential Chemistry
- Cell Biology
- Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Fundamentals in Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Fundamentals in Microbiology
- Level 4 Short Work Placement
- Human Disease and Clinical Practice
- Molecular Biology & Genetics
- Infection & Immunity
- Cellular Biochemistry
- Haematology and Transfusion Science
- Research & Career Development - Mental Wealth
- Level 5 Short Work Placement
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Medical Microbiology
- Cellular Pathology
- Clinical Immunology
- Clinical Genetics
- Research Project and Career Enhancement Portfolio (Mental Wealth)
- Level 6 Short Work Placement
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science at University of East London earn?
The median salary is £32,000 after 15 months, £24,000 after 3 years, £27,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £19,500 and £38,000. The £27,500 median after five years is £11,500 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science at University of East London do next?
80% 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 East London?
93% 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 East London?
The typical offer is 24 points in the IB. The average entrant had 92 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biomedical Science at University of East London accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
Does BSc Biomedical Science at University of East London 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 University of East London?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.