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BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences (Biochemistry) Bachelor's degree at Brunel University of London
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences (Biochemistry) at BUL. You'll develop understanding of how molecular mechanisms underpin disease, health, and pharmaceutical action, anchored throughout by rigorous experimental work.
BSc (Hons)
Award
3
Years
Full-time
Study mode
90%
continuation
About this course
We offer a number of scholarships and other funding to provide extra support to our students that need it or to recognise outstanding ability. From the provider’s course page.
BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences (Biochemistry) is a Bachelor's degree (BSc (Hons)) at BUL, based in Brunel University Campus. It runs 3 years, studied full-time.
For Molecular biology, biophysics and biochemistry graduates from this provider, typical earnings around £28,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
For the typical curriculum, specialisations, career paths and graduate earnings for Medicine & Dentistry, see the sections below.
Course evidence score
The arithmetic mean of the official measures available for this course: NSS satisfaction, graduate activity and continuation.
8.6
/ 10
2 of 3 official measures
Student satisfaction
What students say in the National Student Survey
Excellent83
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Continuation
Students who continue past their first year
Exceptional90
Published threshold met Discover Uni suppresses continuation data below its publication threshold. Cohort 2022-23. Continuation 90% (2022-23; Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Curriculum & modules
Real modules published for this course, grouped only where the source gives a year, stage or level.
Year 1 7 modules
- Anatomy, Histology and PhysiologyCompulsory
Module details
This module aims to comprehensively introduce the students to the anatomy and physiology of the human body and to provide the background knowledge required to understand disease processes.
- Biology of the CellCompulsory
Module details
This module aims to provide a broad introduction to the understanding of living organisms at the cellular level through the study of genetics, cell biology and microbiology.
- Biomedical Sciences TrainingCompulsory
Module details
This block aims to ensure that all students have developed a good foundation in Biosciences research skills and applications, covering the central dogma of life, chemistry, physics, evolution and understanding scientific publications.
- Career Skills and InnovationCompulsory
Module details
This module aims to help students develop a range of transferable, career planning and innovation skills suitable for further employment.
- Experimental Design and BioinformaticsCompulsory
Module details
This module aims to develop critical thinking skills applied to the designing and planning of experimental data. To acquire and develop a range of transferable, IT, mathematical and problem-solving skills.
- Fundamental BiochemistryCompulsory
Module details
This module aims to introduce students to key chemical principles relevant to biological systems, the structure and function of biological molecules and the biochemistry of processes which support life.
- Medical BiochemistryCompulsory
Module details
This module aims to introduce students to the biochemistry of processes which support life, including cellular metabolism and its control. Students are also introduced to medical aspects of biochemistry.
Year 2 4 modules
- Genetics, Genomics & Health with BioinformaticsCompulsory
Module details
This module deepens students' understanding of eukaryotic genetics and genomics, exploring the field from classical Mendelian principles through to modern molecular genetics, genetic engineering, and contemporary genomic technologies. Alongside this, students are introduced to the foundations of biological data analysis, learning how to read and interpret data, carry out simple analyses, create clear visual outputs, and use key bioinformatics tools, applications, and repositories relevant to the
- Human Pathology & Clinical BiochemistryCompulsory
Module details
This module explores the cellular, molecular and systemic pathological processes that underpin major human diseases, examining their development, clinical manifestations, complications, diagnosis and treatment. Students will also gain an understanding of key biochemical techniques used in clinical research and diagnostic practice, building a strong foundation in the methods that support modern disease investigation.
- Immunology and Medical MicrobiologyCompulsory
Module details
This module provides a broad understanding of immunological mechanisms in both health and disease, covering innate and adaptive immunity, immune dysregulation, and the principles behind training the immune system through vaccination. It also examines medically important pathogens and infectious diseases, exploring their epidemiology, diagnosis, clinical presentation, treatment, vaccination strategies and wider public health significance.
- Molecular and Cellular Biology with Developmental and Stem Cell BiologyCompulsory
Module details
To provide students with a comprehensive understanding of molecular biology, focusing on the central dogma, cell signaling, cell division, cell migration and components of the cell. Also, to provide an understanding of cellular, molecular, genetic and modelling principles of embryonal development and whole organism biology, tissue homeostasis, as well as the potential of stem cells for healthcare applications.
Year 3 5 modules
- Haematology and Transfusion ScienceCompulsory
Module details
To explore how blood and blood‑forming organs function in health and disease, and to identify blood group antigens and antibodies to ensure the safe supply of blood and blood components.
- Integrated PathobiologyCompulsory
Module details
To provide students with a deeper understanding of the causes and pathobiology of common diseases, including genetic and environmental/lifestyle risk factors. To develop awareness of different types of, screenings for disease diagnosis, as well as treatments and related aspects of personalized medicine
- Medical Biochemistry and Endocrine DisordersCompulsory
Module details
To give students an understanding of selected specialist areas in biochemistry and endocrine disease processes at a biochemical and molecular level
- Medical Immunology, Pharmacology and ToxicologyCompulsory
Module details
To develop advanced understanding of immune system mechanisms and drug actions in the body, applying immunological and pharmacological principles to key biological and clinical processes while critically evaluating drug development, safety, and therapeutic interventions.
- Final Year ProjectCompulsory
Module details
To enable students to complete an enquiry‑based independent project involving the analysis and critical evaluation of research data. FYP topics reflect staff expertise and span a wide range of non‑laboratory and laboratory projects that develop critical thinking, synthesis, reflection and evaluation. Students will produce a project dissertation that clearly communicates their outcomes and present their findings verbally to a mixed audience using appropriate presentation tools.
Source: provider course page. Modules can change; required/optional status, credits, descriptions and assessment are shown only when explicitly published.
Course in depth
What this course covers, who it suits and where it leads.
What you'll study
This BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences (Biochemistry) course focuses on the molecular and chemical foundations of living systems and disease. You'll typically begin with core biomedical sciences, anatomy, physiology and pathology taught through body systems, alongside clinical and communication skills from the start. Early study also covers population health and epidemiology. As you progress, you'll move towards applied learning: clinical rotations in hospital and general practice settings, specialty attachments such as surgery, psychiatry and general practice, and student-selected components allowing you to explore areas of particular interest, often involving research. Depending on your pathway, you may pursue options such as clinical placements, research through intercalation, or preparation for further specialist training.
Who it's for
You're suited to this course if you have genuine curiosity about how molecules and chemical processes drive living systems, and if you're comfortable with quantitative reasoning alongside practical lab work. You'll thrive if you value precision, enjoy hands-on experimentation, and want to understand the 'why' beneath biological phenomena. The degree suits those considering careers in pharmaceutical research, clinical biochemistry, drug development, or related scientific fields, or those simply keen to deepen their grasp of biochemical science. Expect sustained engagement with problem-solving, data analysis, and independent thinking.
Careers & job market
Across Medicine and Dentistry programmes nationally, 89% of graduates are in work or further study within 15 months; 75% of working graduates progress to highly skilled employment or further study. Starting salaries range from £27,000 to £32,000, rising to £24,650–£34,800 after three years and £29,325–£41,400 after five (UK-wide graduate outcomes data). These figures reflect typical outcomes; individual careers vary by role, employer, and location. A biochemistry background opens routes into pharmaceutical development, clinical research, diagnostics, quality assurance, and academic research.
University & format
This is a full-time, 3-year BSc (Hons) degree taught in English at Brunel University of London, a public university founded in 1966 and located on its Brunel University Campus. The university is a recognised UK degree-awarding body; your degree will be nationally recognised. Brunel holds a Bronze award for teaching quality in the Office for Students' TEF 2023.
Student satisfaction
How students on this course answered the National Student Survey, by theme.
Share of students responding positively.
Published threshold met NSS publication requires sufficient responses; small differences are not a rank. NSS mean of 7 published themes (Discover Uni snapshot 2026-06-21)
Applicant information
The next application dates for this course, followed by facts the provider publishes.
Application timelineWhat happens next
- 2027 entryCompleted applications can be submitted
Your application needs a reference before you can send it.
- 2026 entryFinal date for 2026 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2026 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
- 2027 entryEqual-consideration deadline
18:00 UK time for most undergraduate courses.
Show 5 later dates
- 2027 entryUCAS Extra opens
Applicants who used all five choices and hold no offer may be able to add another choice.
- 2027 entryLast day applications go directly to providers
Applications received after 18:00 UK time are entered into Clearing.
- 2027 entryClearing opens
Eligible applicants can see vacancies and release themselves into Clearing.
- 2027 entryFinal date for 2027 applications
Applications must reach UCAS by 18:00 UK time.
- 2027 entryLast day to add a Clearing choice
Check that this course still has a vacancy before adding it.
Contextual offersPublished by this provider
The provider publishes contextual-offer information. Eligibility and any reduced offer are applicant-specific.
PlacementPublished placement option
Professional placement year. Availability, selection and pay can vary.
Open daysBook an Open Day
See and book current events. Dates can fill or change.
Entry & how to get in
Most entrants held A-levels or equivalent90% of accepted students came in with A-levels or equivalent (entrants over recent years).
Typical UCAS tariff: 96 - 111 pointsThe most common UCAS tariff band among accepted students. This is what entrants had, not a stated requirement.
Entry requirements are set by the universityGrades, subjects and contextual offers vary. Check BUL's official course page for the current offer.
Who gets in
What recently admitted students actually held, official admissions data, not a stated requirement.
UCAS tariff of entrants
Grades are the A-level equivalent of each points band. Tap a band to check your own chances below.
Qualifications held on entry
| Qualification | Share |
|---|---|
| A-levels or equivalent | 90% |
| another higher-education qualification | 10% |
Entry & your chances
An honest read from the official entry data, plus your personal match.
Accessible entry
Accepted students came in with a broad spread of qualifications and UCAS points. If you're worried about grades, this course has historically taken a wide range, and contextual offers may apply.
Will you get in? Plot your grades
Pick your predicted A-levels and watch your UCAS points land on the real spread of students admitted to this course.
Your UCAS points0
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Each bar is the share of admitted students in that UCAS-points band (lower → higher). Grades show the A-level equivalent.
Add your grades to see where you land
Based on the official admitted-student tariff distribution. Many universities make contextual (reduced-grade) offers, so a result below the range doesn’t rule you out.
How to apply
Undergraduate applications go through UCAS. Here’s what matters for this course, the right deadline, the grades to aim for, and the steps in order.
Apply by13 January 2027, 18:00 UK timefor this course
Typical gradesBBBA-level equivalent admitted students held
- 1Register on UCAS Hub
Create your UCAS application and add this course. One application covers up to five choices.
- 2Write your personal statement
A single statement covers all your choices, so keep it broad enough for similar courses while showing genuine interest in this subject.
- 3Submit by 13 January 2027, 18:00 UK time
UCAS equal-consideration deadline for most undergraduate courses. Source: UCAS 2027 dates.
- 4Reply to your offers
When decisions are in, pick a firm (first) choice and an insurance (back-up) choice with slightly lower grades.
- 5Results day & confirmation
On results day (mid-August) your place is confirmed if you meet the offer. Just missed? Talk to the university, or find a place through Clearing.
💡 Many universities make a contextual (reduced-grade) offer, for example based on your school’s results, time in care, or where you live. Ask BUL whether you’re eligible before you apply; it can lower the grades you need.
Fees & funding
What this course costs and how UK student finance covers it.
Tuition per year
Homeup to £9,790 / yr
Internationalset by the university
Standard capped home fee at English providers (2026/27); Scotland, Wales & NI differ.
Check fees at BUL →For students who normally live in England
illustrative Maintenance Loan per year
£9,790tuition used per year, illustrative full-time England fee-cap scenario
illustrative borrowing over 3 years
2026/27 Student Finance England figures. Maintenance support is means-tested and this two-point view is not an entitlement calculator. The course total uses its published length and home fee where both are available; a missing full-time fee uses the clearly labelled England-cap scenario, while part-time fees and unknown lengths are never guessed. Use the official calculator. Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland use separate systems: SAAS, Student Finance Wales, and Student Finance NI.
Starting on or after 1 January 2027?
The Lifelong Learning Entitlement is a separate system. A new learner’s tuition entitlement is currently stated as £39,160 (about 480 credits at 2026/27 fee levels), subject to prior study and eligibility. Check the official LLE guide.
Paying for it
- Tuition Fee Loan: can cover eligible tuition up to the applicable limit and is paid straight to the provider.
- Maintenance Loan: up to £10,830/yr away from home outside London (England, 2026/27), means-tested on household income.
- Repayment: 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below it; written off after 40 years.
- Earn alongside: most students work part-time in term, part-time roles on the StudySmarter job board.
England figures shown; Scotland, Wales & NI run their own schemes, check gov.uk.
Funding matched to this course
All BUL funding →Scholarships & bursaries you could qualify for
Named awards published by the university. Compare the eligibility and application route before budgeting for one.
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- NHS Learning Support Fund: Eligible nursing, midwifery and allied-health students can receive a non-repayable training grant. Official guidance
Amounts, exclusions and deadlines can change. An award is not guaranteed unless the university confirms it.
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Careers & earnings
What Medicine & Dentistry graduates actually earn, from real outcome data, 15 months, 3 years and 5 years after graduating.
Graduate earnings: this course
| When | Median | Typical range | Graduates |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months after | £28,000 | £24,000 – £32,000 | 1300 |
| 3 years after | £28,000 | £22,500 – £36,000 | 115 |
| 5 years after | £36,500 | £28,000 – £45,000 | 125 |
Nominal earnings for graduates of this course/subject at this provider. Stronger evidence. Published sample: 1,300. Cohort 2021-22.
Graduate outcomes, 15 months on: this course
90%
continue past their first year
- 1Graduate roleFirst role after the degree · 0–2 yrs
- 2Specialist / PractitionerWorking in medicine & dentistry · 2–5 yrs
- 3Senior / LeadLeading work and people · 5–10 yrs
- 4Head of / ExpertSenior leadership or deep expertise · 10+ yrs
How pay grows: this course vs Medicine & Dentistry nationally
Starting (15 months) HESA GO
£28,000
£27,000 – £32,000After 3 years LEO
£28,000
£24,650 – £34,800After 5 years LEO
£36,500
£29,325 – £41,400national rangethis course’s medianaxis £23,000 – £43,000
National figures for Medicine & Dentistry graduates, HESA Graduate Outcomes (15 months) and the Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset (3 & 5 years). These are national, not university-specific; actual pay varies by employer, region, role and experience. Different cohorts, so the bars are not one group over time.
Work out your pay
Headline figures hide a lot. Calculate realistic take-home pay for this field by role, region and experience, then check your CV before you apply.
What happened to 100 students?
Choose an outcome to translate the published percentage into a simple 100-person view. Each dot represents one percentage point, not an individual tracked student.
90 of 100
continued or completed
continued into the next year or completed their qualification
Source: Discover Uni, using Graduate Outcomes and continuation data. Cohorts: 2022-23. Stronger evidence. Published sample: 1,300. Cohort 2021-22. Each tab is a separate published measure; categories can overlap and should not be added together.
Value compared with similar courses
How this course’s 5-year median earnings compare with Medicine & Dentistry courses at the same study level.
This course £36,500Peer median £34,500Middle 50% £31,500–£38,500
64th percentile
Compared with 804 courses with compatible official earnings data. This is a course-value comparison, not a quality ranking.
Birmingham City UniversityBSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences£36,500Birmingham City UniversityBSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences with Foundation Year£36,500Brunel University of LondonBSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences£36,500Brunel University of LondonBSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences (Biochemistry) with Placement Year£36,500
Job market & outlook
How Medicine & Dentistry graduates fare in the labour market, and how AI is reshaping the work.
89%
in work or further study 15 months after graduating, across Medicine & Dentistry courses nationally.
Graduate Outcomes75%
of working graduates are in highly skilled work or further study.
highly skilled90%
of students continue past their first year (still enrolled or completed).
continuationHow AI is changing the work
AI doesn't replace the profession, it shifts it: routine tasks get automated, while judgement, working with people and using AI well become more valuable.
What AI takes off your plate
- Routine information gathering
- First-draft writing and summaries
- Standard analysis and admin
- Repetitive processing tasks
More human than ever
- Judgement and original thinking
- Working with and leading people
- Owning and sense-checking AI output
- Ethics and accountability
The strongest graduates pair subject depth with the ability to use AI tools critically.
Roles & employers
Where Medicine & Dentistry graduates typically go, indicative destinations from graduate career data. Each role links to live openings on the StudySmarter job board.
Roles graduates go into
Where they work
- The NHS
- Private practice
- Research & academia
- Public health
Jobs after this course
Current roles from the StudySmarter job board that suit Medicine & Dentistry graduates.
Medicine-Focused Veterinary Surgeon | Patient Care LeaderMedivet & PartnersMedicine Service Delivery Manager - Operations ImprovementNHSMedicine Occupational Therapist - StaffordshirePulse HealthcarePart-Time Palliative Medicine Consultant | 1-in-5 On-CallEvora Hospice (formerly Southern Area Hospice Services)Consultant Medicine - ElderlyPertemps Medical ProfessionalsSpecialty Doctor in Acute MedicineTriple West MedicalLive from the StudySmarter job board · as of 2026-08-01.See all matching jobs
Is this course right for you?
The essentials UK applicants ask about: finance, outcomes, entry and quality.
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Student finance
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years.
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Where graduates go
Most graduates were in work or further study, with a median salary of £28,000. See the full breakdown in Careers & earnings above.
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Your entry chances
Use the UCAS points calculator above to see how your predicted grades compare with admitted students, and whether a contextual offer could apply.
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Official-data snapshot
Averaging the official measures published for it, this course scores 8.6 out of 10: NSS 82.6% · continued 90%.
Who studies here and in this subject?
Provider- and UK subject-level context.
Brunel University London
All students12,705
International34.6%
Aged 25+25.3%
Medicine and dentistry across the UK
Students85,345
Aged 25+28.8%
HESA student record 2024/25. Counts are rounded.
Local crime-data context
A neutral snapshot around the published teaching location.
Around Brunel University Campus
1,392 street-level reports returned within roughly one mile across 2026-04 to 2026-06.
Violent Crime 429Anti Social Behaviour 365Shoplifting 132Public Order 94Other Theft 75
Police.uk street-level API. Approximate locations, not confined to campus. England, Wales and Northern Ireland; not Scotland.
Is Medicine & Dentistry right for you?
Tick what applies to you and see how good a fit it is.
International students
What applying to BUL from outside the UK involves: fees, English, visa, funding and living costs.
Tuition fees
International tuition is set per course by BUL; international fees are typically £12,000–£30,000/year for classroom subjects and higher for lab/clinical ones. You’re not eligible for UK Tuition Fee or Maintenance Loans, so plan for fees plus living costs upfront.
English language
Most UK undergraduate courses ask for around IELTS 6.0–6.5 (no band below 5.5–6.0), or an accepted equivalent. If you’re just short, most universities run a pre-sessional English course that counts towards the requirement.
Student visa
You’ll usually need a Student visa (Student Route). After you accept an offer the university issues a CAS; you then show funds for fees plus about £1,023–£1,334/month living costs and pay the Immigration Health Surcharge for NHS access.
Scholarships & funding
BUL offers the Dean's International Scholarship (£2,000 per academic year) for international students, see Scholarships above.
Living costs
Budget roughly £1,100–£1,400/month outside London and £1,400–£1,800/month in London for rent, food and travel; the figure also matters for your visa.
Working while you study
A Student visa usually allows up to 20 hours/week in term time and full-time in holidays, useful alongside study, though not something to rely on for fees.
Visa rules and fees change. Always confirm the current requirements with BUL and gov.uk before you apply.
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Common questions
How competitive is entry?
Entry is historically accessible, accepted students came in with a broad spread of qualifications. The most common tariff band among recent entrants was 112 - 127 UCAS points. Use the calculator on this page to see where your predicted grades would put you; many universities also make lower contextual offers.
What are the entry requirements?
Set by BUL. Most accepted students held A-levels or equivalent. Check the university's course page for the exact offer.
What do graduates go on to do?
For Molecular biology, biophysics and biochemistry graduates from this provider, typical earnings around £28,000. (HESA Graduate Outcomes / LEO, via Discover Uni.)
What will it cost me?
For comparison, the standard full-time England tuition cap is up to £9,790 per year in 2026/27; the actual fee varies by course and provider. If you normally live in England, eligible students can apply for a Tuition Fee Loan, plus a Maintenance Loan for living costs. Under Plan 5 you repay 9% of income above £25,000, nothing below that, and the balance is written off after 40 years. See Fees & funding on this page to work out your numbers.
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