BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science at University of Sunderland

You may be able to transfer onto this specialised route after starting the Biomedical Science course. This is dependent on placement availability. You’ll focus on one of four areas: Blood Sciences; Cellular Sciences; Genetic Sciences; Infection Sciences. You'll complete a series of integrated clinical placements in an approved training laboratory. This route includes completion of your IBMS registration portfolio and leads to eligibility for HCPC registration. Applied Biomedical Science and Healthcare Science (Life Sciences) are approved by the HCPC.

Department: Biological Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 7 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Location: Sunderland, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Explore the science behind human health and disease. You’ll gain in-depth knowledge of how the body functions and what happens when things go wrong. Build a strong foundation in biomedicine by studying key areas such as: Medical microbiology; Immunology; Cellular pathology; Haematology; Clinical biochemistry. to build a strong foundation in biomedicine; Applied Biomedical Science.

Career pathways

This flexible course allows you to work towards one of four distinct degree titles. We design each route to help you explore your interests and prepare for your ideal career in healthcare or biomedical research. Please note that some routes are dependent on placement availability. They may also require a successful interview with a placement provider.

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