About this course Explore and understand human disease at all levels, combining biochemistry, physiology, neuroscience, cell biology, genetics, and pharmacology in the heart of our multi-million pound, state-of-the-art Life Sciences building. On your four-year integrated Biomedical Sciences master's degree at the University of Southampton you'll delve into how biomedical sciences provides advances in vital areas that impact society, joining a pioneering community of Southampton’s biomedical sciences researchers, who are making a significant impact on today’s society by investigating potential cures for Alzheimer’s, discovering the causes of cystic fibrosis, and improving our understanding and treatment of cancer. Key features of the course: - Benefit from the freedom to focus on the aspects of physiology and/or biochemistry that interest you, to research level, with the flexibility to tailor your degree through our broad range of modules, by completing an extensive laboratory-based research project, and the opportunity to embark on a Year in Employment to gain experience in an industrial setting. - Graduate ready to start your career in fields like medicine, healthcare, the clinical professions, and in research - Study in our multi-million pound Life Sciences building and develop your biomedical laboratory and research skills under the guidance of staff who are actively researching in the Biomedical Sciences, operating at the cutting-edge of modern advancements that are actively shaping the world around us. - Join a University where 96% of Biological Sciences graduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduating (Graduate Outcomes 2022/23, published 2025). Student support From day one, you'll join a welcoming and supportive Biological Sciences community home to researchers who are paving the way for advancements in science and eager to share their findings with their peers and our student community. You'll be supported by your personal academic tutor and guided throughout your degree to ensure you graduate primed and ready for your future career in industry, in research, or in further study. Further information Biological Sciences programmes at Southampton are accredited by the Royal Biological Society, meaning you'll graduate from a course commended across the sector.
A Level: AAB | AAB to include Biology or Chemistry and one further science subject. A level science subjects considered include Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Environmental Studies, Environmental Science, Geography and Geology. Science practical components must be passed. General Studies, Critical Thinking and Use of Mathematics are excluded for entry. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. | Scottish Higher | We normally consider applicants who offer at least 1 Advanced Higher. Applicants presenting with only Highers will be considered on a case by case basis. Where Highers are taken over two years it might be expected that higher grades are achieved, particularly in any specific subjects required. For example, S5 – S6 (2 years): AABBB (A in specific subject) or S6 (1 year): ABBBB (A in specific subject). Unless a more advanced level (Higher or Advanced Higher) is specified in the stated entry requirements, all applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at Standard Grade, Grade 3 or National 5, Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/ Grade 4" | Access to HE Diploma: 39 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma: 6 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma | 60 credits with a minimum of 45 credits at Level 3 of which 39 credits must be at Distinction and 6 at Merit. A core science Access to HE Diploma must be studied. | Scottish Advanced Higher | Offers will be based on exams being taken at the end of S6. Subjects taken and qualifications achieved in S5 will be reviewed. Careful consideration will be given to an individual’s academic achievement, taking in to account the context and circumstances of their pre-university education. Please see the University of Southampton’s Curriculum for Excellence Scotland Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information. Applicants are also required to have achieved a pass in Maths and English at Standard Grade Grade 3 or National 5 Grade C, the equivalent of GCSE Grade C/Grade 4. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DD | We accept the BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in suitable science subjects or in conjunction with one A-level in either Biology or Chemistry. If you are studying this qualification a typical offer would be DD + A at A-Level to include Biology or Chemistry and one further science subject. Science practical components must be passed | Extended Project: A | ABB from 3 A-levels to include Chemistry or Biology and one further science subject plus Grade A in EPQ. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 36 UCAS points | Pass with overall score of 34 points, with 17 points at Higher Level, including 6 points at Higher Level in Chemistry or Biology and one further science subject. Science subjects considered include Biology, Physics, Maths (Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretation at HL6) , Psychology, Environmental Studies, Geography and Geology. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP): The University of Southampton accepts the IBCP for entry to their degree programmes, recognising the value of combining academic skills with practical skills, providing a solid preparation for university level work. Offers will be made on the individual components of the IBCP. Applicants not taking the full IBCP but presenting with a combination of a Level 3 vocational qualification and IB Certificates may still be considered. Offers will be made on the individual Diploma Course subject(s) and the career-related study qualification. The CP core will not form part of the offer. Where there is a subject pre-requisite(s), applicants will be required to study the subject(s) at Higher Level in the Diploma course subject and/or take a specified unit in the career-related study qualification. Applicants may also be asked to achieve a specific grade in those elements. Please see the University of Southampton International Baccalaureate Career-Related Programme (IBCP) Statement for further information. Applicants are advised to contact their Faculty Admissions Office for more information. | WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales: B | AA from two A levels including Biology or Chemistry and one further a science subject and B from the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DDD | If you are studying this qualification a typical offer would be DDD in Level 3 National Extended Diploma in suitable science subjects | Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017): H1H2H2H2H2H2 | H1, H2, H2, H2, H2, H2 to include Biology or Chemistry and one further science subject. Science subjects considered include Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Psychology, Environmental Studies, Geography and Geology. Applicants will be required to have achieved a pass in Mathematics and English at ILC Grade C or 04, the equivalent of GCSE grade C/grade 4. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016): D | D + AA at A-Level to include Biology or Chemistry and one further science subject. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. | Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal: D3D3M1 | D3, D3, M1 to include Biology or Chemistry and one further science subject. Cambridge Pre-U's can be used in combination with other qualifications such as A Levels to achieve the equivalent of the typical offer, where D3 can be used in lieu of A Level grade A or grade M2 can be used in lieu of grade B.
Band C: 6.5 with 6.0 in each component
Throughout this course you'll explore the breadth of the discipline, with a mixture of compulsory and optional modules that offer you the flexibility to tailor your degree to your interests and ambitions. Year 1: Fundamentals of biomedical sciences integrated with the development of scientific writing skills. Year 2: Study of concepts spanning pharmacology, biochemistry, physiology and immunology with varied options to choose from including neuroscience, microbiology, bioinformatics and developmental biology. Year 3: Tailoring your biomedical sciences degree to your interests, with the opportunity to choose a project combining your scientific understanding with either laboratory research, education, business or communication. Year 4: Developing research skills and conducting an extensive, in-depth project with access to the world class research facilities of Biological Sciences For full list of all modules available, please visit the course page.
Please see our website for further details and updates regarding tuition fees. We anticipate that international tuition fee levels for 2027 entry will be confirmed in August 2026. — UG 2027 Entry - Home Confirmed, International TBC
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