Develop the skills to diagnose and treat diseases, by getting hands-on in our specialist labs.
in England and 1st in the region for undergraduates progressing into senior roles.
Source: GOS 2026
Study biomedical science in the heart of Cambridge, a globally renowned hub for bioscience and biotechnology, where you’ll learn about the human body at molecular, organ and systems levels, and how to investigate and treat disease.
You'll learn from leading researchers working in areas including cancer, diabetes, antibiotic resistance and haemostasis.
You'll graduate ready to work in a field where medical breakthroughs have an impact on the health and wellbeing of society.
Study with confidence: this course is aligned with industry standards and supports your future career in biomedical science, healthcare, research and the life sciences.

Study at an award-winning university
We've received a Gold award for the quality of our education in a UK-wide review of teaching standards. We were also proud to be named Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023.
Prepare for a range of biomedical roles with this accredited degree course.
You’ll develop real-world problem-solving skills through Live Briefs, and get support to find internships and placement opportunities that help you build valuable industry experience.
Cambridge is a global hub for biomedical research and innovation, offering strong links to healthcare organisations, leading research institutes and life science companies.
With world-renowned biomedical organisations and biotechnology companies across Cambridgeshire, you’ll benefit from opportunities to gain experience, build connections and prepare for your future career.
Start your course by exploring the fundamentals of biomedical science, incorporating biology, the history and philosophy of science, the history of medicine, and the biology of disease.
We'll also cover maths, lab safety, and the building blocks of the human body.
You’ll go on to learn how to perform a variety of diagnostic procedures and interpret and communicate the results, and deepen your knowledge of the human body in normal and disease conditions.
To complete your degree, you'll complete an independent research project which pulls together everything you’ve learned.
Modules are subject to change and availability, and may vary by location. If you have the choice of optional modules, these are indicated with a *.
You can choose to take an optional placement year as part of this course. Placements typically happen in Year 3, and your course will take four years overall. Find out more about placement years.
To prepare you for university study, you can take a foundation year at the start of this course. Find out more about foundation years.
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As a Biomedical Science student in Cambridge, you’ll have access to our Science Centre. With seven floors of labs and teaching space, it features a 200-seater SuperLab with specialist tissue culture and microbiology equipment.
Here, you’ll develop practical laboratory skills using modern biomedical equipment, from microscopy and molecular biology techniques to diagnostic approaches used in healthcare settings.
Experience our Biomedical Science facilities with our virtual tour.
UK students, apply through Clearing for a September 2026 start
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