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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: B940

Biomedical Sciences

University of Southampton
Southampton, England
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3 yearsDuration
£32,000Per Year (Intl)
£28,500Avg. Graduate Salary
80%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences at University of Southampton is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about improving patient care. Based in Southampton, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 3-year full-time structure. About this course Study the mechanisms of life and the underlying causes of human disease. You'll explore how the Biomedical sciences are making a difference today in a number of vital areas including investigating potential treatments for Alzheimer’s disease, finding the causes of cystic fibrosis, and improving our understanding and treatment of cancer. You'll benefit from a flexibility that will expose you to the breadth of the discipline and gain in-depth training across the Biomedical Sciences, with a focus on the science driving forward modern clinical practice. International tuition fees are £32,000 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 80% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £29,500 within three years, a 90% continuation rate, and 95% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Human Physiology and Anatomy
Biochemistry and Cellular Metabolism
Molecular and Genetics
Microbiology and Immunology
Neuroscience and Brain Function
Pharmacology and Drug Development
Pathophysiology and Disease Mechanisms
Biomedical Research Methods and Project
UCAS Code:B940
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

ABB

ABB to include Biology or Chemistry and one further science subject. Science practical components must be passed where applicable. A level science subjects considered include Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Psychology, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies, Geography and Geology. Where this offer is satisfied by including grades achieved in either Biology, Chemistry or Physics, a Pass in the practical science assessment is additionally required. General Studies, Critical Thinking and Use of Mathematics are excluded for entry.

International Baccalaureate

32 points

Pass with overall score of 32 points, with 16 points required at higher level, including 5 and 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) , 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.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic67

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£32,000

per year

Total Course Cost (3 years)£96,000

Home Student Fee

£9,535

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 — University of Southampton

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£28,000£28,500£31,000
3 years£24,000£29,500£33,500
5 years£25,000£33,000£38,500

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 16% above UK average salary
This course
£29,500
UK average
£25,500
Salary 5 years after graduation 29% above UK average salary
This course
£33,000
UK average
£25,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £3,500 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: CAH02). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

75%Working
20%Studying
10%Seeking Work
50%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
80%
Learning opportunities
83%
Assessment and feedback
73%
Academic support
73%
Organisation and management
73%
Learning resources
87%
Student voice
71%
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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