Biomedicine

Biomedicine bridges the gap between fundamental biological science and the practical challenges of understanding and treating human disease. It is concerned with the molecular, cellular, and integrative biological processes that underlie health and illness, and with how advances in basic science translate into new diagnostic tools, therapeutics, and medical interventions. As medicine becomes increasingly driven by molecular and genetic understanding, the biomedical scientists who can move between laboratory discovery and clinical application are in growing demand.

At Birkbeck College, this four-year full-time degree focuses on the critical link between basic science and clinical application. You will complete a substantial research project in molecular, cell, and integrative biology, developing the research skills and scientific judgment that are essential for careers in biomedical science and the life sciences more broadly. In-depth study of the theoretical underpinnings of these fields gives you the conceptual framework to understand not just what is currently known but how knowledge in the field is generated and tested.

Birkbeck's research-active staff and London location provide access to a stimulating scientific environment. The typical entry tariff is 72 UCAS points.

Graduates of biomedicine programmes find careers in the NHS, pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, medical research, clinical trials, public health, and the regulatory agencies that oversee biomedical products. Many graduates go on to postgraduate study in biomedical science, clinical research, pharmacology, or a related discipline, particularly those who want to pursue research careers. The degree is also a strong foundation for applications to graduate-entry medicine or dentistry for students who meet the additional requirements.

The breadth of the bioscience knowledge and research skills the programme develops makes graduates versatile and employable across the full range of life science and healthcare contexts.