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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: B902
Biomedical Science
Robert Gordon UniversityAberdeen, Scotland
4 yearsDuration
£17,920Per Year (Intl)
£30,000Avg. Graduate Salary
85%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by Robert Gordon University, the BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in health sciences. Based in Aberdeen, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. This course has been designed for students who wish to gain a qualification with a broader range of biomedical science subjects, to allow them to find employment in the medical/pharmaceutical sector. As the degree has accreditation from the Institute of Biomedical Science, graduates will also be able to gain employment as a biomedical scientist. However, you will have to undertake additional hospital laboratory training before you will be eligible to register with the Health Professions Council. International tuition fees are £17,920 per year, home/UK fees are £7,220 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 85% student satisfaction rating, and a median graduate salary of £34,500 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Cell Biology and Physiology
Biochemistry and Metabolism
Microbiology and Immunology
Human Anatomy and Pathology
Clinical Biochemistry and Haematology
Molecular Biology and Genetics
Pharmacology and Drug Development
Biomedical Science Research Project
UCAS Code:B902
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BCC To include Biology. Chemistry, English and Maths are also required at GCSE grade 4/C if not held at A-Level. |
| International Baccalaureate | 28 points To include Higher Level Biology at grade 4. Standard Level Chemistry, English and Maths are also required at Grade 4 if not held at Higher. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£17,920
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£71,680
Home Student Fee
£7,220
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 — Robert Gordon University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £29,000 | £30,000 | £32,000 |
| 3 years | £31,000 | £34,500 | £37,000 |
| 5 years | £35,000 | £38,500 | £46,500 |
UK subject average: £25,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▲ 35% above UK average salary
This course
£34,500
UK average
£25,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 51% above UK average salary
This course
£38,500
UK average
£25,500
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,000 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: CAH02-05). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
45%Working
15%Studying
40%Work & Study
55%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 dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
77%
Overall
Teaching on my course
85%Learning opportunities
79%Assessment and feedback
70%Academic support
85%Organisation and management
68%Learning resources
88%Student voice
62%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
76%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
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Source: This specific course at this provider
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About Robert Gordon University
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