Biomedical Science BSc
UCAS code: BC99
Overview
Programme disclaimer
Please note the course details apply to 2026 entry. Details for 2027 entry for our undergraduate courses will be published from September 2026.
Our flexible Biomedical Science BSc offers an interdisciplinary undergraduate education in the biosciences that underpin our understanding of human health and the diagnosis and treatment of disease. You will benefit from high-quality teaching in the School of Bioscience Education and choose from a wide range of modules to develop a Biomedical Science degree course that reflects your scientific strengths and interests.
Studying a Biomedical Science degree with us means that you will be able to enjoy the flexibility to choose your degree after your first year with our Common Year One curriculum. All Biomedical Science disciplines are covered in the first year, making the decision for your future an informed one.
You will be able to choose from the following Biomedical science degrees; Anatomy, Developmental & Human Biology BSc, Biochemistry BSc, Biomedical Science BSc, Medical Physiology BSc, Molecular Genetics BSc, Neuroscience BSc, and Pharmacology BSc.
Key benefits
- Taught in one of Europe's largest centre's for medical and professional healthcare education.
- Teaching by internationally renowned scientists and researchers.
- Contemporary approach based on our history of pioneering discoveries- including our part in finding the structure of DNA.
- One of the UK's best graduate employment rates.
- Themes of study to tailor your degree to your scientific interests.
- Career opportunities through overseas study, work placement or to switch to a four-year MSci.
All bioscience students complete the same ‘common year one’ programme, broadly covering all the specialities that make up Biomedical Science; you then have no compulsory modules allowing you to delve deeper into the disciplines that interest you.
Course essentials
The Biomedical Science BSc interdisciplinary degree is the most popular of our Bioscience courses, with an entry of over 300 students per year. It offers you great flexibility for your second and third years at university, including options to study abroad or undertake a work placement. Offering high- quality teaching throughout, the course will allow you to follow a degree programme that reflects your individual scientific strengths and interests.
This course forms part of the suite of ‘Common Year One’ courses within the School of Bioscience Education. Other programmes in the suite are Anatomy, Developmental & Human Biology; Biochemistry; Medical Physiology; Molecular Genetics; Neuroscience; and Pharmacology. Once you have successfully completed year one, you can choose to switch to another programme within this suite.
In Year 2 you can apply to undertake a full year abroad or an extra-mural year, usually at a leading biomedicine employer, between your second and third years.
Special features
Optional study abroad
On this programme, you will have the opportunity to apply to study abroad, supported by the Study Abroad Tutor in your department and King’s Global Mobility Office. Together with partner organisations around the world, you will be supported in navigating your international, educational journey, developing new skills and competences and learning to apply different perspectives to your chosen discipline.
Optional year in industry
On this programme, you’ll spend your third year in a full-time year in industry or year in professional practice placement. Our Global Placements team will support you throughout your programme with advice and activities to help you discover your options, focus your placement search and take action to achieve the right placement for you.
Key Information
Course type:
Single honours
Delivery mode:
In person
Study mode:
Full time
Required A-Levels:
AAA
Duration:
Three years, or four years if includes either a year abroad or extra-mural year
Application status:
Open
Start date:
September 2026
Application deadline:
14 January 2026
Administrative bodies
Regulating body
King's is regulated by the Office for students
Base campuses
Please note that locations are determined by where each module is taught and may vary depending on the modules you study.
Guy’s Campus
As a potential student, Guy’s Campus feels dynamic and focused—perfect for health and science studies. Located near London Bridge, it blends cutting-edge labs with a close-knit community, all in the heart of one of London’s most vibrant areas.
Waterloo Campus
Our Waterloo campus is home to the Florence Nightingale Faculty Nursing & Midwifery, and a vibrant hub for health, social science, and law students. Located moments from the iconic landmarks of South Bank and just a short walk to the Stand campus.
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