Biomedical Science, BSc (Hons)

The Biomedical Science, BSc (Hons) programme provides students with the knowledge and practical skills needed to understand human health, disease, and modern medical diagnostics. It prepares graduates for careers in healthcare laboratories, biomedical research, pharmaceuticals, and the life sciences sector.

Students study core subjects including human anatomy and physiology, cell biology, biochemistry, microbiology, immunology, genetics, and pathology. The course also covers clinical laboratory techniques, disease mechanisms, medical diagnostics, and laboratory data analysis, reflecting current healthcare industry standards.

Practical laboratory training is a key part of the programme. Students gain hands-on experience using modern laboratory equipment while developing skills in sample analysis, scientific investigation, and data interpretation. They also build critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, communication, and scientific reporting skills.

Supported by experienced academics and modern laboratory facilities, graduates are well prepared for careers in clinical laboratories, biomedical research, pharmaceutical companies, healthcare organisations, or postgraduate study in biomedical and related life science disciplines.

Course Duration

The standard duration of this programme is 3 years, with flexible study options available depending on your chosen pathway:

• 3 years – Standard degree.
• 4 years – Degree with a work placement (sandwich year).
• 4 years – Degree with a foundation year.
• 5 years – Degree with both a foundation year and a work placement.

Placement Year Fee (2026/2027 Entry): Students undertaking a work placement year as part of their programme will be charged a placement year tuition fee of £1,350.

• Study human anatomy, physiology, and cell biology
• Learn microbiology, immunology, genetics, and biochemistry
• Explore pathology and disease mechanisms
• Gain practical laboratory and diagnostic skills
• Develop scientific research and data analysis abilities
• Use modern laboratory equipment and techniques
• Build critical thinking, teamwork, and communication skills
• Learn from experienced academics in modern laboratories
• Focus on healthcare and biomedical applications
• Prepare for careers in biomedical science, healthcare, and research

Teesside University offers a range of scholarships for eligible international students in recognition of outstanding academic achievement and leadership potential. These awards are designed to support high-performing applicants by reducing tuition fees during their studies.

The Global Excellence Scholarship provides a £2,000 tuition fee waiver for the first full academic year and is available to eligible students enrolling on foundation, undergraduate, and postgraduate programmes.

The University also offers a prestigious Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship, awarding a one-time £7,000 tuition fee waiver to exceptional international applicants who demonstrate outstanding academic ability, leadership qualities, and the potential to make a positive global impact. Please note that applications for the September 2026 intake are now closed.

All scholarship awards are applied directly as tuition fee waivers, helping to reduce the overall cost of studying at Teesside University.