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UndergraduateMaster of Biomedical SciencesUCAS: 51T8

Biomedical Sciences

Cardiff University
Cardiff, Wales
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4 yearsDuration
£30,700Per Year (Intl)
£26,000Avg. Graduate Salary
92%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The MBiomedSci Biomedical Sciences at Cardiff University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding living systems. Based in Cardiff, Wales, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. Our integrated Master’s in Biomedical Sciences is aimed at aspiring researchers and those seeking a career in science. This four-year undergraduate course enables students to explore the current frontiers of knowledge in their chosen field and provides training in advanced research techniques. Biomedical science underpins medicine and medical research and involves the study of a range of relevant topics that focus on normal development and function, as well as the mechanisms of disease and disease processes. International tuition fees are £30,700 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 92% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £25,500 within three years, and a 90% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Cell Biology and Genetics
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Microbiology and Immunology
Disease Mechanisms and Pathology
Advanced Research Methods and Techniques
Specialist Topics in Biomedical Science
Research Project and Dissertation
UCAS Code:51T8
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

AAA - AAB

including Biology or Chemistry. You will need to pass the science practical element of the A level if this is part of your programme of study.

International Baccalaureate

36 - 34 points

36-34 overall or 666 in 3 HL subjects. Must include grade 5 in HL Biology or Chemistry.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic69

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£30,700

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£122,800

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Cardiff University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£24,000£26,000£31,000
3 years£20,000£25,500£31,500
5 years£26,000£32,000£42,000

UK subject average: £26,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£25,500
UK average
£26,500
Salary 5 years after graduation 21% above UK average salary
This course
£32,000
UK average
£26,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £6,500 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH03-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
65%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
92%
Learning opportunities
94%
Assessment and feedback
85%
Academic support
88%
Organisation and management
81%
Learning resources
88%
Student voice
82%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
90%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About Cardiff University

Cardiff University offers Biomedical Sciences as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

#181QS World
#27UK Ranking
31,505+Students
164+Courses
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