Study Biomedical Science at Birmingham

Join a global community dedicated to innovation and discovery. See how research translates into advances in clinical practice as you learn from world-leading experts engaged in pioneering research.

Why study Biomedical Science with us?

  • Be part of shaping the future of healthcare. Explore how pioneering research is transforming clinical practice with access to dedicated specialist state-of-the-art facilities and laboratories.
  • Shape your degree to your interests and specialise in a scientific area of your choice. Choose from a diverse range of optional modules to craft your own unique academic journey.

  • Immerse yourself in hands-on industry and clinical experiences across the globe. 
  • Develop cutting-edge research expertise and versatile skills that unlock diverse career paths, from working in biotechnology companies to being a leader in business and management.

Activate your future

Our Biomedical Science graduates have an excellent record of employment. Many dive into laboratory work at universities, securing PhD and research positions, work in hospitals or become clinical scientists for leading biotechnology companies such as Abbott and Pfizer. Other degree-related careers also include work in NHS England, clinical trials, or in marketing and advertising roles. Through developing transferable skills, you can propel yourself into many other high-profile careers, such as teaching, accountancy, consultancy, as well as management positions in a variety of companies worldwide. 

  • Abigail Morrison - Alumni profile

    Patient Safety Scientist in Oncology at AstraZeneca

    "The course at Birmingham stood out to me because of the variety of modules available. The structure of the course was well-organized with different teaching styles, including lectures, small group teaching sessions, wet lab-based sessions, and computer-based data science sessions. These complemented each other well, giving me an in-depth understanding of each module while allowing space for independent research."

    Read Abigail's full profile