Overview

Studying Biomedical Sciences (Hons) course offered at The University of Manchester, you will learn how to apply biology-based science for medical use through research, health monitoring or treatment. You will benefit from the course's strong focus on practical experience, which provides a sound basis for a career at the forefront of medical research, as well as other roles both within and outside the lab.

You can choose to supplement your degree with an integrated master's, modern language learning or a year in industry, enabling you to enhance your CV and stand out from other candidates in the competitive graduate employment market.

Career opportunities

Our graduates go into a range of careers.

Many of our graduates secure jobs as researchers working in universities, pharmaceutical and bioscience companies and institutes.

Some of our graduates progress into laboratory-based careers in clinical or technical roles that do not involve research.

The transferable skills you will develop will also leave you well-equipped for a wide range of careers outside the lab.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Academic Tutorials Year

Biochemistry

Molecular Biology

From Molecules to Cells

Introduction to Laboratory Science

Introduction to Experimental Biology - Human Biology

Microbes, Man and the Environment

Writing and Referencing Skills (online unit)

Body Systems

Drugs: From Molecules to Man

The Biology of Being Human

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-06-30 00:00:00

More details

The final deadline is 30 June, however, we recommend you apply until 25 January.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Bio & Biomedical Engineering Biomedical Science Biochemistry View 366 other Bachelors in Biochemistry in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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PTE Academic

58

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Other requirements

General requirements

A-level

Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore there will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A-level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offers you will receive.

AS-level

AS-level results are not considered as part of the standard admissions process at The University of Manchester.

GCSE

Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including acceptable levels of Literacy and Numeracy, equivalent to at least Grade 4 or C in GCSE/iGCSE English Language and Mathematics. GCSE/iGCSE English Literature will not be accepted in lieu of GCSE/iGCSE English Language.

International Baccalaureate

36-33 points overall with 6, 6, 6 to 6, 5, 5 at higher level including two science subjects, normally Biology and Chemistry.

Tuition Fee

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International

32500 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 32500 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

9250 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Manchester

645 - 1197 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Biomedical Sciences (Hons).

Available Scholarships

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