Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
Robert Gordon University
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Main Site - Aberdeen

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Full Time

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Start date

08-SEP-25

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Duration

4 Years

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Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Main Site - Aberdeen

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Full time

Start date

08-SEP-25

Duration

4 Years

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Course info

This BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science course at Robert Gordon University will give you exposure to a broad variety of subjects in order to give you scope to work in a wide range of medical or pharmaceutical sectors. It is a foundation for a world of opportunities in the developing and exciting field of biomedical science.You’ll learn about the diagnosis of disease, treatments, and monitoring. Your laboratory skills will be developed and tested to the full by the end of the course in our ...Read more

This BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science course at Robert Gordon University will give you exposure to a broad variety of subjects in order to give you scope to work in a wide range of medical or pharmaceutical sectors. It is a foundation for a world of opportunities in the developing and exciting field of biomedical science.

You’ll learn about the diagnosis of disease, treatments, and monitoring. Your laboratory skills will be developed and tested to the full by the end of the course in our state-of-the-art facilities, making sure that you’re well-prepared when you enter the workforce. Upon completion of a common first year, you’ll also can choose to specialise in Applied Biomedical Science as part of our Biomedical Sciences programme.

Accreditation

The degree is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science.

Key stats

CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
42nd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
91st
Others in Biosciences
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 80 = 20% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
20%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Others in Biosciences graduate salary at this uni
£22,000
UK Others in Biosciences graduate salary
£20,000
What students say
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Aimee
01 Jun 23

My initial thoughts about coming to RGU have most definitely exceeded my expectations, now half way through my undergraduate degree. I have been highly impressed with the..Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
07 Feb 20

Really enjoying it but want more variety for societies rather than just..Read more

Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BCC Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

BBBB Grades / Points required

Scottish Advanced Higher:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Access to HE Diploma:

M:45,P:15 Grades / Points required

Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6):

Pass Grades / Points required

HNC (BTEC):

P Grades / Points required

HND (BTEC):

P Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

28 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H2,H2,H3,H3 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DMM Grades / Points required

Scottish HNC:

Pass Grades / Points required

Scottish HND:

Pass Grades / Points required

T Level:

M Grades / Points required

To include Biology. Chemistry, English and Maths are also required at GCSE grade 4/C if not held at A-Level.

To include Biology/Human Biology. Chemistry, English and Maths are also required at National 5 grade C if not held at Higher.

Accepted

Pass 60 credits to include 45 at Level 3 at grade merit in a related discipline. Other higher level subjects may be required

May be accepted in combination with SQA Highers

Relevant subject

Relevant subject

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.

To include Biology. Chemistry, English and Maths are also required at grade O3 if not held at Higher.

In a science related discipline.

Relevant subject with grade A for consideration for entry to year 2

Relevant subject with graded units at AA for consideration for entry to year 3

In a science subject with a high level of Biology

Tuition fees

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England

£6,930 per year

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Students from England

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This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£1,820 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Scotland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£6,930 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£6,930 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£6,930 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

£6,930 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£17,400 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

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This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

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Latest reviews

Latest Biomedical Sciences reviews

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Aimee
01 Jun 23
Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
My initial thoughts about coming to RGU have most definitely exceeded my expectations, now half way through my undergraduate degree. I have been highly impressed with the...
Read more
SR
Student Reviewer
07 Feb 20
Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
Really enjoying it but want more variety for societies rather than just...
Read more
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Robert Gordon University
Garthdee House Garthdee Road Aberdeen Aberdeen, City Of AB10 7QB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Aberdeen  1.6 miles away

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