Biomedical Science (Hons)

Overview

Biomedical science applies biological principles to medicine. With this Biomedical Science (Hons) degree from University of Hull is ou’ll explore the physiological processes and functions of the human body to appreciate disease processes, diagnosis and treatment. And learn about the underlying causes of diseases and how this knowledge can be applied to diagnose and treat them.

Gain practical skills and experience within cutting-edge facilities on and off campus including a pre-clinical imaging unit and leading research laboratory The Daisy Building.

Our Institute of Biomedical Science accredited programme is designed in collaboration with Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust. With major input from NHS professionals, your course is guaranteed real-world relevance and authenticity.

Our strong links with industry mean you’ll get plenty of opportunities to refine the key skills demanded by employers. You’ll benefit from our excellent relationships with a range of organisations including local biotechnology companies, research units and hospitals such as the Queen's Centre for Oncology and Haematology at Hull's Castle Hill Hospital.

Future prospects

A Biomedical Science degree from Hull opens doors to a career in laboratory science and beyond. You could go on to work at the cutting edge of research helping to diagnose and treat diseases.

You’ll be eligible to work in academic research, the health service, medical institutions and education.

Our graduates have gone on to roles including, biomedical scientist, forensic scientist, biotechnologist, toxicologist, healthcare scientist, and medical research scientist – with a diverse range of employers including careers with employers such as ConocoPhillips, Reckitt, Smith & Nephew, the Civil Service, pharmacies, independent diagnostic and quality control testing laboratories and the NHS.

Take a look at our facilities

• PET (Positron Emission Tomography) Research Centre

We’re one of the few UK campuses with a pre-clinical imaging unit. This state-of-the-art facility uses medical imaging tech for research and early diagnosis of diseases such as cancer and dementia.

• Microscopy Suite

You could carry out research in our Microscopy Suite – an imaging facility for investigating the diagnosis of cancer and metabolic and cardiovascular diseases.

• Allam Research Building

You could have the chance to carry out cutting-edge research projects in our state-of-the-art £10 million Allam Research Building – a centre for cancer and cardiovascular research.

• The Daisy Building, based at Hull’s Castle Hill Hospital

You could access this leading research lab – where technology to treat cancer, heart conditions and respiratory problems are being developed – thanks to our NHS Trust collaboration.