Overview

Biomedical science is the term for the investigations carried out on samples of tissue and body fluids to diagnose disease and monitor the treatment of patients. A biomedical science degree is highly sought after in NHS pathology centres, forensic science laboratories, research institutions and the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Successful graduates can benefit from entering a dynamic profession with long-term career prospects in research, specialised laboratory work, education and management.

The Biomedical Science (Hons) BSc degree at De Montfort University is professionally accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science, which enables our graduates to gain the necessary skills and qualifications sought by employers. You’ll study a range of topics including anatomy and physiology, biochemistry, cell biology, microbiology, immunology and more. Throughout the course, you’ll be exploring the analytical skills needed in modern biomedical science, along with research and diagnostic techniques.

Graduate Careers

The graduates are highly sought-after by NHS pathology centres and have gone on to work in diagnostic laboratories in both the public and private sectors, as well as research institutions and the biotechnology industry in roles such as biomedical scientist, laboratory assistant, associate practitioner and pharmacology technician.

Accreditation

The Biomedical Science BSc course is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Microbiology for Biomedical Science

Anatomy and Physiology

Biochemistry and Cell Biology

Chemistry for the Biosciences

Professional and Quantitative Skills

Molecular Genetics and Genomics

Biochemical Disease Mechanisms and Therapeutics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Leicester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Biomedical Science Biology Biochemistry View 286 other Bachelors in Biochemistry in United Kingdom

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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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Other requirements

General requirements

GCSE
Five GSCEs at grade 4 or above, including Maths and English
Plus, one of the following:
A-Level
A minimum of 112 UCAS points from at least two A levels. One A level must be at grade C or above in either Biology, Chemistry or Human Biology
T Levels
Merit in Science (with optional module in Laboratory Science only)
BTEC
BTEC National Diploma Science - Distinction/ Merit/ Merit
BTEC Extended Diploma Science - Distinction/ Merit/ Merit
Alternative qualifications include:
Access to HE Diploma
112 UCAS Tariff Access to HE Diploma ‘Science’ with 15 credits at Distinctions in science specific modules and 30 credits at Merit.
English and Maths GCSE required at grade 4 (C) or above as separate qualifications
We will normally require students to have had a break from full-time education before undertaking the Access course.
International Baccalaureate: 28+ with six higher level points in Chemistry or Biology

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

16750 GBP / year

≈ 16750 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Living costs

Leicester

United Kingdom

751 - 1426 GBP / month

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

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

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