Biomedical Science
Northumbria University, NewcastleBiomedical Science BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at Northumbria University, Newcastle, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, taught full-time over 3 years. 86% of final-year students rated the course positively in the National Student Survey, and graduates earn £27,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Entry requires around 112 UCAS points.
UCAS Points
112 points
Typical offer · UCAS
Student Satisfaction
85.75%
NSS · Office for Students
Avg. Graduate Salary
£27,000
15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni
About this course
Would you like to learn how diseases occur, and how researchers and clinicians develop new treatments?
Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS), our Biomedical Science degree will provide you with both general and specialist knowledge in the field of biomedical science. Focusing on how cells, organs and systems function in the human body, you will gain an understanding of the fundamental principles of the pathogenesis of disease and strategies for their investigation and treatment.
During your second year, there is the option of a one-year placement within industry or at an accredited NHS training laboratory. The placement within the NHS allows you to progress onto the BSc Applied Biomedical Science course, and upon graduation you can apply for state registration as a Biomedical Scientist with the HCPC.
Entry Requirements
Study Options
This course is available in 2 study options:
Duration: 4 Years
Qualification: BSc (Hons)
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Avg. grad pay (5y): £27,000
Duration: 3 Years
Qualification: BSc (Hons)
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Avg. grad pay (5y): £27,000
Career Prospects
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Course Details
- Qualification
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Newcastle upon Tyne
- Scheme
- Undergraduate
- Subjects
- Medicine, Biomedical sciences
- Avg. Graduate Salary
- £27,000
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ