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Our courses

Our undergraduate degrees offer you a wealth of options for learning about the living world. We offer BSc Biochemistry, BSc Biological Sciences, BSc Biomedical Sciences, BSc Medical Sciences and BSc Microbiology.

Why study with us?

With our flexible degrees, you’ll study your passion from day one in our state-of-the-art labs. Gain real-world experience and prepare for an exciting career.

How you'll study

Learn from our experts in lectures, practical lab sessions and through placements – a mix of teaching methods to provide an engaging experience.

Life in the Department

Join our friendly, supportive community who are as passionate about biomedical sciences as you are.

Our facilities

Our purpose-built Health and Life Sciences building, cardiovascular imaging facility, labs and microscopy suite are all situated on our award-winning Whiteknights campus.

Meet the team

Our community of staff includes internationally renowned academics, recognised for the excellence of their teaching and research.

Our research

The aim of our Biomedical Sciences research is to extend life, ease pain, combat diseases such as cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular disease, and enhance the healthy state.
Athena SWAN Silver Award