Biomedical Sciences: University of Southampton

Course overview

The study of the biological basis of human disease is a broad discipline. A degree in biomedical sciences combines interests in biochemistry, physiology, neuroscience, cell biology, genetics and pharmacology.

Biomedical Science is a multidisciplinary course which includes the core subjects Biochemistry and Physiology, but allows you to choose a selection from a range of options in the second and third years which you can combine with these. The broad based interdisciplinary and flexible nature of this course is an ideal training for a career in medicine or medical research.

• This degree provides broad training in biomedical sciences
• Core subjects are covered in year one
• Year two extends this study and includes units in biochemistry and a choice of modules from other disciplines
• Year three provides the opportunity to specialise, with a research project in an area of your choice

Course content

• Molecular basis of life
• Cellular and genetic mechanisms
• Analytical methods in biochemistry
• Molecular and cellular biochemistry
• Neuroscience
• Genes and genetic diseases
• Medical biotechnology
• Molecular basis of disease
• Molecular pharmacology
• Neuropharmacology of CNS disorders
• Immunology, infection and inflammation

Entry requirements

• A levels: BBB, including chemistry and two other science subjects, or ABB, including chemistry and one other science subject
• IB: 32 points, 15 at higher level, including chemistry
• Intake: 120
• Average applicants per place: 8
• Selection process: UCAS application

Main University Contact

• Postal Address: University of Southampton
  University Road
  Southampton
  SO17 1BJ
• Tel: +44 (0)23 8059 5000
• Fax: +44 (0)23 8059 3131
• Email: admissns@soton.ac.uk
• Website: http://www.soton.ac.uk/