Study an IBMS-accredited Biomedical Science degree, with the option to progress to Applied Biomedical Science and an NHS-focused clinical placement route. #1 Scotland for Biomedical Science Teaching (The Guardian University Guide 2027).
Our Biomedical Science degree - ranked TOP in Scotland for Teaching (Guardian University Guide 2027, Biomedical Science) - offers a practical, fast-paced learning experience, giving you a deep understanding of the science behind human health and disease.
Learn how to conduct vital scientific tests to help diagnose and treat diseases - tests that are key to keeping us alive and healthy. You鈥檒l learn how the human body responds to disease, and how to use your knowledge to help identify them. Your skills and qualifications as a biomedical scientist will be recognised across the UK and worldwide.
NHS Biomedical Scientists conduct vitally important scientific tests, which underpin the diagnosis and treatment of human disease. This essential scientific analysis plays a huge role in the clinical outcomes and recovery of patients.
Practical work and training in our 拢3.5m science labs features throughout the course. This is combined with a rigorous study of the body in health and disease at all levels - body, organ, tissue, cellular and molecular.
Taught by academic experts and clinical professionals, this wide-ranging degree is accredited by the .
You follow a common pathway for two years, after that you鈥檒l take either the Standard or the Applied programme route.
The Applied route includes an 18-week placement in one of our partner hospital laboratories and is particularly relevant if you want become a Biomedical Scientist in the NHS.
While both degrees are accredited by the , (important if you want to work in the NHS), the Applied route is also approved by the .
Many of our graduates take the biomedical scientist career path. This means after gaining a Specialist Skills Diploma, you could be become a Specialist Biomedical Scientist. Ultimately, this can lead to a role as a Specialised Consultant.
This biomedical science course has consistently rated over 90% for Student Satisfaction in the National Student Survey (NSS). Plus, the 2027 Guardian University Guide ranked us Top in Scotland for Biomedical Science Teaching.
'Abertay has a real family feel to it. I liked that the lecturers knew every student by name and that they genuinely cared about students reaching their potential.'Nicola Robson, BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science Graduate | Pathology Department, NHS Tayside | Specialist Biomedical Scientist
Not sure where to start? Do these three quick checks:
Most applicants will need Biology (or Human Biology) plus Chemistry (or equivalent), as well as passes in English and Maths. Use the Entry Requirements section to check.
Both routes are IBMS-accredited. You follow a common pathway for two years. The Applied route includes a clinical placement and is designed for those aiming for NHS biomedical scientist registration. Find out more.
Use the Fees and Funding section for the latest fees and funding options, which depend on your fee status.
The professional accreditation means that you can apply to work as a biomedical scientist/trainee biomedical scientist within the NHS. These posts are ONLY open to you if you have an Honours degree in Biomedical Science that has been accredited by the IBMS.
Choose Applied Biomedical Science if:
You want the clinical placement route and the most direct path towards HCPC registration after graduation.
You're aiming specifically for NHS biomedical scientist roles.
Important: in most years, places on the Applied route are competitive, and are usually based on your Year 2 academic performance.
Choose Biomedical Science (Standard) if:
You want an IBMS-accredited degree with strong lab training, but prefer not to rely on a competitive placement route.
You're considering wider bioscience careers or postgraduate study.
The degree award title for the Standard route is BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science. For the Applied route, the degree award title is BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science.
You'll be taught your clinical modules by Biomedical Scientists in current practice in the NHS, covering subjects such as:
Haematology.
Blood Transfusion.
Clinical Biochemistry.
Histopathology.
Medical Microbiology.
Plus, you'll be studying at the the Top Scottish Modern University for Teaching Quality and Student Experience (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2027).
We have very strong links with local hospitals, particularly:
Laboratories at Ninewells Hospital - Europe's largest teaching hospital.
Kings Cross Hospital (Dundee).
Perth Royal Infirmary.
Victoria Hospital in Kirkcaldy.
As well as gaining the skills you need to start a career in the NHS as a Biomedical Scientist, you can pursue other career paths, including scientific work in university or commercial laboratories. Roles our graduates go into include:
Biomedical scientist.
Analytical chemist.
Biology teacher.
Research scientist.
Some graduates choose other bioscience-related roles such as secondary school teaching, medical sales, or postgraduate medicine or dentistry. Many also progress to Masters or PhD study in biosciences.
'I felt very comfortable studying at Abertay because I found my lecturers very approachable, engaging and dedicated to ensuring I achieved my degree.'Tiffany Pietrek | Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS) | Senior Biomedical Scientist
You鈥檒l build core biomedical science knowledge in the first two years, then specialise as you progress.
Years 1鈥�2: core biomedical science foundations, lab skills and the science of human health and disease.
Year 3: deeper specialist study (and preparation for the Applied placement route, where eligible).
Year 4: advanced practice and an honours project.
See the Modules section for all the details.
The degree award title for the Standard route is BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science.
Standard route graduates can be employed in the NHS as trainee biomedical scientists and then apply for HCPC registration after more training (typically 12-24 months).
For the Applied route, the degree award title is BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science. The Applied route means you can apply for HCPC registration as soon as you graduate successfully.
In most years, the number of students wanting to transfer to the Applied route exceeds the number of available placements (typically around 30%). If this happens, entry to the Applied route is competitive and will be based on your Year 2 academic performance.
You鈥檒l learn through a combination of lectures, seminars, tutorials and practical work. Enquiry-based learning (EBL) and problem-based learning (PBL) approaches are used at appropriate points in the curriculum.
Assessment is by a combination of coursework assignments, class tests, presentations and examinations.
Both degrees are accredited by the , which is particularly relevant if you want to work in the NHS. The Applied route is also approved by the , which means you can apply for HCPC registration as soon as you graduate successfully.
Please note: 聽All applicants must have passes in English and Maths - National 5 grade C or GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent.聽 National 5 ESOL is accepted in lieu of National 5 English. Lifeskill Maths and Application of Maths at grade B accepted.
Please visit our College Qualifications聽pages for suitable College courses.
Republic of Ireland applicants, click on the UK tabs and scroll down to find your Entry Requirements.
See information about studying and applying to Abertay for International students.
If you have the potential and motivation to study at university, regardless of your background or personal circumstances, we welcome your application.鈥�
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| Qualification Type | Grade Requirements | Essential Subjects |
| Higher (standard entry) | BBBC | Biology or Human Biology at Higher C and Chemistry at Nat 5 C or better (OU module SXM150 considered in lieu of Nat 5 Chemistry) |
| Higher (minimum entry) We may make you an offer at the minimum entry grades if you meet the criteria. Find out if you're eligible for minimum entry (see below). | BBC | Biology or Human Biology at C and Chemistry at Nat 5 C or better |
| A-Level | CCC | Biology, Human Biology or Life & Health Sciences at A Level Grade C or better, and either Chemistry, Combined Science, Additional Science or Further Science or Double Science GCSE at C or better |
| T Level | C or higher | in Core Component in one of the following:- Healthcare Science or Science |
| Irish Highers | H3H3H3H3 | Biology at H3 and Irish Ordinary Chemistry at C or better |
| BTEC Extended Diploma | MMM | Applied Science/Applied Science (Forensic Science)/Applied Science (Medical Science) |
| International Baccalaureate Diploma Based Programme (IBDP) | 25 Points | Biology or Human Biology at H4/S5 and Chemistry GCSE or equivalent |
| International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP) |
We encourage applications with the IBCP but understand that your combination of qualifications may differ depending on where you are studying. |
We accept the International Baccalaureate Careers-related Programme (IBCP). Any subject requirements must be met as per our published IB Diploma requirements. |
| AHEAD | Successful completion of the relevant stream of our AHEAD programme | |
| SWAP Access | BBB | Life Sciences, Health & Life Sciences, Sciences, Biological Sciences, Science, Technology and Health |
| Qualification Type | Grade Requirements | Essential Subjects |
| Advanced Higher | BB | Biology or Human Biology and Chemistry |
| A-Level | BCC | Biology or Human Biology and Chemistry |
| BTEC Extended Diploma | DMM | Applied Science, Medicial Science |
| International Baccalaureate | 30 Points | Biology and Chemistry plus one other Higher at 5 |
| SQA HNC | C | Our College Qualifications pages list approved HNC courses |
| SQA HND | C | Applied Chemical Science |
| BTEC HNC | M | Applied Biology |
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International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP) |
See next column | If you are taking HNC/HND with one or more Higher Levels IB subjects, your offer will be similar to our BTEC + A Level offer (see 'BTEC National Diploma / Diploma') but with an HL requirement of 6 for A, 5 for B, or 4 for C. |
| Qualification | Grade Requirements | Essential Subjects |
| SQA HND | C/CC | Our College Qualifications pages list approved HND courses |
| BTEC HND | M | Applied Biology |
| International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP) | See next column | If you are taking HNC/HND with one or more Higher Levels IB subjects, your offer will be similar to our BTEC + A Level offer (see 'BTEC National Diploma / Diploma') but with an HL requirement of 6 for A, 5 for B, or 4 for C. |
We welcome applicants from around the world and accept a wide range of international qualifications. Please select your country below to view specific entry requirements. If your qualification is not listed, please contact us at admissions@abertay.ac.uk
All courses at 麻豆原创 are taught in English. If your first language is not English, you will need to demonstrate that you meet our English language requirements.
Please see English Language Requirements for the full list of accepted qualifications and further details.
For more information on the application process, tuition fees and scholarships, studying in Scotland, and to contact our International Team, please visit our International Students page.
Applicants will typically be required to achieve CCC at A-Level, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants who have passed the full IBDP with a total minimum score of 25, with any essential subjects achieved at SL5 or HL4, will be considered for Year 1 entry.
If applying for a programme within our Department of Games Technology and Mathematics, Games and Arts, or Cybersecurity and Computing, applicants will require a total minimum score of 26, with any essential subjects achieved at SL5 or HL4.
Applicants with a total minimum score of 30 or above, with any essential subjects achieved at HL5, may be considered for Year 2 entry. Applicants can choose to start their programme in Year 1 if offered Year 2 entry.
English language: English B at S5 or H4 is accepted. For English A, no grade is specified. For alternative English language qualifications, please see below.
We accept and encourage applications with the International Baccalaureate Careers-related Programme (IBCP) but understand that your combination of qualifications may differ depending on where you are studying.
Applicants studying the full IBCP will be required to pass CP Core. IBDP courses will have to relate to essential subjects (where relevant) and passed with SL5 or HL4.
Entry to Year 1
Applicants studying a US High School Diploma will be required to pass with a GPA of 2.8 (on a 4-point scale). Any essential subjects to be achieved with minimum grade B.
If applying for year 1 entry, standardised testing is optional, however may make an application more competitive, particularly if the High School Diploma score is lower than stated above, or if the essential subject is not covered in the curriculum.
We will consider a lower High School Diploma score if sufficient evidence exists to support an offer such as strong scores in standardised tests, professional experience in the subject area, extracurricular activities linked to the programme, college classes, etc.
Standardised tests accepted for Y1 entry may include one or more of the following:
AP tests are an ideal way to meet essential subject pre-requisites. If no testing is available, strong grades in year 11 of the US High School Diploma in required subjects will be considered.
Entry to Year 2
Applicants studying a US High School Diploma will be required to pass with a GPA of 3.3 (on a 4-point scale). Any essential subjects to be achieved with minimum grade A.
If applying for year 2 entry, standardised testing is required.
Standardised tests accepted for Y2 entry may include one or more of the following:
If applying through UCAS, please send your transcript and any test scores directly to admissions@abertay.ac.uk, quoting your UCAS number and full name.
If applying directly, you will be given the opportunity to upload your transcript and test scores within your application.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Diplom毛 e Matur毛s Shtet毛rore with an overall grade of 7.5, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Baccalaur茅at Technique / Commercial with an overall grade of 14, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Baccalaur茅at de l'Enseignement Secondaire with an overall grade of 14, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants with national school qualifications will typically be required to pass the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 12/20, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the T铆tulo de T茅cnico Superior/Universitario with an overall grade of 6.5, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Trayecto T茅cnico Profesional with an overall grade of 6.5, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Araratian Baccalaureate at Extended Level with grades CCC, to include any essential subjects.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Certificate of Secondary General Education wih an average of 13 and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 64%, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Year 12 Certificate plus ATAR rank of 77 or Overall Position of 11, to include any essential subject(s) at Year 12 with grade B, grade 3 or Sound Achievement.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the 搁别颈蹿别辫谤眉蹿耻苍驳/惭补迟耻谤补锄别耻驳苍颈蝉 with an overall grade of 2.8, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 2.
English language: English at grade 2 in the 搁别颈蹿别辫谤眉蹿耻苍驳/惭补迟耻谤补锄别耻驳苍颈蝉 is accepted. For alternative English language qualifications, please see below.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Tam Orta Tahsil Hazzinda Aggestat with an average of 4, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 62%, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Shahadat Al-Thanawaya Al-Aama/General Secondary Education Certificate with an average of 60%, and the first year of a university degree or post-secondary diploma in a relevant subject with an average grade of 65% or 2.25 (on the 4 point scale), to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Intermediate/Higher Secondary School Certificate at an average of 2.5, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 60%, to include any essential subject(s) at 60% or grade B.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Certificate of General Secondary Education at an average of 6, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 6.0, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Certificate d'Enseignement Secondaire Sup茅rieur with an overall average of 60%, to include any essential subject(s) at 65%.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Diploma van secundair onderwijs with an overall average of 60%, to include any essential subject(s) at 65%.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts with an overall average of 60%, to include any essential subject(s) at 65%.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the European Baccalaureate with an overall grade of 70%, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 7.
English language: English Language 1 at grade 6 or English Language 2 at grade 7 are accepted. For alternative English language qualifications, please see below.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Diploma de Bachiller at 64%, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 63%, to include any essential subject(s) at 70%.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the General Certificate of Secondary Education at an average of 4.5, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 65%, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants studying Certificado de Ensino Medio will be required to pass with 7.5 (on a 10-point scale). Any essential subject to be achieved with minimum grade 8.
If applying to year 1 entry, university entrance testing is optional, however may make an application more competitive.
Standardised tests accepted for Y1 entry may include one or more of the following:
Year 2 entry is not available to applicants studying Certificado de Ensino Medio or Titulo de Tecnico.
English language test or equivalent required.
Applicants studying Titulo de Tecnico will be required to pass with 7.5 (on a 10-point scale). Any essential subject to be achieved with minimum grade 8.
If applying to year 1 entry, university entrance testing is optional, however may make an application more competitive.
Standardised tests accepted for Y1 entry may include one or more of the following:
Year 2 entry is not available to applicants studying Titulo de Tecnico.
English language test or equivalent required.
Applicants will typically be required to pass Brunei A Levels in 3 subjects at grades CCC, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Diploma za Sredno Obrazonvanie with an average score of 4.5, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 5.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Diploma of Upper Secondary Education at average of C, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 65%, to include any essential subject(s) at 65%.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Baccalaureat or Baccalureat Technique with an overall grade of 12, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 12.
Applicants will typically be required to complete the Secondary School Diploma or Dipl么me d'脡tudes Coll茅giales with five grade 12 subjects at an average of 65%, to include any essential subject(s) at 65%.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Licencia de Education with a GPA of 4.5 (7-point scale) overall. Applicants will also need to have completed the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average of 4.5 (7-point scale) GPA, with the essential subject at a minimum of 5.0 (7-point scale) GPA.
Applicants will typically be required to complete Senior Middle/High School Certificate/Diploma at an average of 75%, to include any essential subject(s) at 77%; and pass GAOKAO with 500 points (based on the 750 points scheme).
We recognise the Aptitude Scholastic Tests (ASTs) for entry to all our undergraduate programmes. The AST grades are equivalent to the below A Level grades:
A Level Grade = AST Score
A = 210+
B = 170 - 209
C = 140 - 169
D = 100 - 139
Specific entry requirements for each course (year 1 and year 2 if applicable) can be found on each course page.
Applicants should also meet our minimum requirements for English language and any portfolio or interview requirement (see course page for details).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Bachiller Academico at an average of 3.25, and the first year of a university degree or Tecnico Universitario in a relevant subject with an average grade of 3.3, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 3.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Svjedod啪ba o Maturi with an overall grade of 3.2, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 3.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Apolyt铆rio Lyke铆ou with an overall grade of 17.0, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 17.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Vysv臎d膷en铆 o maturitn铆 zkou拧ce with an overall grade of 2.4, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 2.
Applicants will typically be required to complete the Studentereksamen (STX), including 3 Level A subjects an overall grade of 7, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 7.
English language: Studentereksamen English Level A or B at grade 7 is accepted. For alternative English language qualifications, please see below.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the T铆tulo de Bachiller at an average of 7.0, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 13 / 60%, to include any essential subject(s) at 60%.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Certificate of General Secondary Education with a minimum of 71%, in include any essential subject at 70%.
Applicants who have achieved a Diploma from a Technical/ Commercial/ Industrial/ Health Institute may be granted entry to Year 2 of our degrees if they pass with a minimum of 71%, to include any essential subject at 70%.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Gumaasiumi l玫putunnistus with an average score of 3.2, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 4; and pass 3 state examinations at a minimum of 55% (or 2 states examinations plus C1 Advanced English CAE or IELTS).
English language: 75% in the English state examination is accepted, or C1 Advanced English CAE or IELTS (overall score 6.0 with no band lower than 5.5). For alternative English language qualifications, please see below.
Applicants will typically be required to complete the Studentsprogv at an overall grade of 7, to include any essential subject(s) at Level A grade 7.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Ylioppilastutkinto/Studentexamen at an overall grade 4, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 5.
English language: Advanced English at grade 5 within the Ylioppilastutkinto/Studentexamen is accepted. For alternative English language qualifications, please see below.
Year 1 Entry: Applicants studying the French Baccalaureate will be required to pass with 11 / 20. Any essential subject to be achieved with minimum grade 12.
Year 2 Entry: Applicants studying the French Baccalaureate / OIB will be required to pass with 16 / 20. Any essential subject to be achieved with minimum grade 13.
English at grade 14 in the Baccalaur茅at G茅n茅ral/Professionnel/Technologique is accepted.
Year 1 Entry: Applicants studying the OIB will be required to pass with 10 / 20. Any essential subject to be achieved with minimum grade 12.
Year 2 Entry: Applicants studying the French Baccalaureate / OIB will be required to pass with 16 / 20. Any essential subject to be achieved with minimum grade 13.
English at grade 12 in the Option Internationale du Baccalaur茅at is accepted. This must be awarded within the last 5 years.
Year 2 Entry
Applicants studying the Brevet de Technicien Sup茅rieur (BTS), Dipl么me Universitaire de Technologie (DUT) or the Dipl么me Bachelor Universitaie de Technologie (BUT) may be eligible for Y2 entry. Transcripts will be assessed by Abertay on a case-by-case basis to determine essential subject and module match.
English Language Requirement
English language test or equivalent required.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the WAEC in at least five subjects at an average of B/C, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 54%/2.00, to include any essential subject(s) at 60%/2.70.
English language: English at C6 or higher in the WAEC is accepted. For alternative English language qualifications, please see below.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the NECO in at least five subjects at an average of B/C, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 54%/2.00, to include any essential subject(s) at 60%/2.70.
English language: English at C6 or higher in the NECO is accepted. For alternative English language qualifications, please see below.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Sashualo Skolis Atestati (Secondary School Certificate) at an average grade of 7, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 65%, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Shualo Specialuri Sastsavleblis Diplomi (Special School Leaving Diploma) at an average grade of 7, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 65%, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Abitur with an overall grade of 2.4, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 11.
English language: Abitur English at grade 10 is accepted. For alternative English language qualifications, please see below.
Year 1 Entry
Applicants will be required to pass the West African Senior School Certificate (WASSCE) with a minimum 7 subjects: Four subjects with grade B3 or above; Remaining 3 subjects at grade C6 or above; Where a subject is required, B2 or above must be achieved.
We can also accept A-Levels at a minimum of CCC and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) at 24 points overall.
Year 2 Entry
Applicants will be required to pass the West African Senior School Certificate (WASSCE) with a minimum 7 subjects: Four subjects with grade B3 or above; Remaining 3 subjects at grade C6 or above; Where a subject is required, B2 or above must be achieved in addition to a Foundation Year or 1 Year at University.
We can also accept A-Levels at a minimum of BBB and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) at 30 points overall.
English Language Requirement
The WASSCE English at C6 will be accepted for English Langauge proof, with no expiry date.
Year 1 Entry
Applicants will be required to pass the West African Senior School Certificate (WASSCE) with a minimum 7 subjects: Four subjects with grade B3 or above; Remaining 3 subjects at grade C6 or above; Where a subject is required, B2 or above must be achieved.
Year 2 Entry
Applicants will be required to pass the West African Senior School Certificate (WASSCE) with a minimum 7 subjects: Four subjects with grade B3 or above; Remaining 3 subjects at grade C6 or above; Where a subject is required, B2 or above must be achieved in addition to a Foundation Year or 1 Year at University.
English Language Requirement
The WAEC English at C6 will be accepted for English Langauge proof, with no expiry date.
Year 1 Entry
Applicants will typically be required to pass the NECO five subjects at A/B including English and Maths; or A-Level CCC / International Baccalaureate 24.
Year 2 Entry
Applicants will typically be required to pass the NECO + Foundation Year or Ordinary National Diploma (ND) 2.5 GPA or JUPEB: BBB or A-Level BBB / International Baccalaureate 30.
English language: English at C6 or higher in the NECO is accepted. For alternative English language qualifications, please see below.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Greek Apolytirion of Geniko Lykeio between grade 15 to 17, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 16.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) with 6 units as follows: 4 units at III, 2 units at IV, to include any essential subject(s) at III.
Year 1 Entry
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Hong Kong HKDSE at 3333 in 4 core subjects, with elective subjects at 333 (for 3 electives) or 43 (for 2 electives), to include any essential subject(s) at 3.
Year 2 Entry
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Hong Kong HKDSE at 4333 in 4 core subjects, with elective subjects at 433 (for 3 electives), to include any essential subject(s) at 4.
English Language Requirement
An overall score of 4 in the HKDSE with a minimum of 3 in each component can used provided it is completed within 5 years of the start of the course.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the 脡retts茅gi Bizony铆tv谩ny at an overall grade 4.0, with 2 higher subjects at grade 4, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the 厂迟煤诲别苍迟蝉辫谤贸蹿 at an overall grade 6, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 6.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Indian Senior School (Year 12) exam at an average of 60%, to include any essential subject(s) at 65%.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Sekolah Menengah Kejuruan/Madrasah Aliyah (SMK / MA) at 71%, to include any essential subject(s).
English Language test required.
Applicants from Ireland should check the UK Year 1 Entry tab for entry requirements with Irish Highers.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Te'udat Bagrut or Bagrut with at least 2 subjects at level 5 and 1 subject at level 4 at an average of 60%, to include any essential subject(s) at Level 5 with 65%.
Applicants studying Diploma di Esame de Stato will be required to pass with a minimum overall score of 60%. Essential subjects must be included at grade 8 / 10.
English language test or equivalent required.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the European Baccalaureate with an overall grade of 70%, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 7.
English language: English Language 1 at grade 6 or English Language 2 at grade 7 are accepted. For alternative English language qualifications, please see below.
Year 1 Entry: Applicants studying the Baccalaur茅at will be required to pass with 11 / 20. Any essential subject to be achieved with minimum grade 12.
Year 2 Entry: Applicants studying the Baccalaur茅at will be required to pass with 16 / 20. Any essential subject to be achieved with minimum grade 13.
English at grade 14 in the Baccalaur茅at G茅n茅ral/Professionnel/Technologique is accepted.
Year 2 Entry: Applicants studying the Brevet de Technicien Sup茅rieur (BTS), Dipl么me Universitaire de Technologie (DUT) may be eligible for Y2 entry. Transcripts will be assessed by Abertay on a case-by-case basis to determine essential subject and module match.
English Language Requirement: English language test or equivalent required.
Applicants will typically be required to achieve CCC at A-Level, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants who have passed the full IBDP with a total minimum score of 25, with any essential subjects achieved at SL5 or HL4, will be considered for Year 1 entry.
If applying for a programme within our Department of Games Technology and Mathematics, Games and Arts, or Cybersecurity and Computing, applicants will require a total minimum score of 26, with any essential subjects achieved at SL5 or HL4.
Applicants with a total minimum score of 30 or above, with any essential subjects achieved at HL5, may be considered for Year 2 entry. Applicants can choose to start their programme in Year 1 if offered Year 2 entry.
English language: English B at S5 or H4 is accepted. For English A, no grade is specified. For alternative English language qualifications, please see below.
We accept and encourage applications with the International Baccalaureate Careers-related Programme (IBCP) but understand that your combination of qualifications may differ depending on where you are studying.
Applicants studying the full IBCP will be required to pass CP Core. IBDP courses will have to relate to essential subjects (where relevant) and passed with SL5 or HL4.
Entry to Year 1
Applicants studying a US High School Diploma will be required to pass with a GPA of 2.8 (on a 4-point scale). Any essential subjects to be achieved with minimum grade B.
Standardised tests accepted for Y1 entry may include one or more of the following: SAT: 1050+, ACT: 24+, AP: 3+
Entry to Year 2
Applicants studying a US High School Diploma will be required to pass with a GPA of 3.3. Essential subjects at Grade A. Standardised testing is required.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE) with 6 units as follows: 4 units at III, 2 units at IV, to include any essential subject(s) at III.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Certificate of Completed Secondary Education at an average of 3, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 70% / 2.33, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) at an average of B, to include any essential subject(s) at B.
English Language Requirement: We can accept the English KCSE Grade C or above.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the High School Diploma at an average of 80% / B / WU, to include any essential subject(s) at 75%.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Certificate of Complete General Secondary Education at an average of 3, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 3.4, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Atestas par visp膩r膿jo vid膿jo izgl墨t墨bu with an average score of 7, to include 3 state exams at a minimum of 70%, to include any essential subject(s) at 70%.
English language: 80% in the English state exam is accepted. For alternative English language qualifications, please see below.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Baccalaur茅at Libanais or Baccalaur茅at II with 12, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 12.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Brandos Atestatas with an average score of 7 with a minimum of 70% in 3 state exams, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 8.
English language: 80% in the English state exam is accepted. For alternative English language qualifications, please see below.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Dipl么me de Fin d'脡tudes Secondaires at an overall grade of 42, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 44.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the European Baccalaureate with an overall grade of 70%, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 7.
English language: English Language 1 at grade 6 or English Language 2 at grade 7 are accepted. For alternative English language qualifications, please see below.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Certificate of Higher Secondary Education with 70%, to include any essential subject(s) at 73%.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Ensino Secund谩rio Complementar with grade 2.6, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 3.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate (COHSC) with grades CCC, to include any essential subject(s) at grade C.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Malawian School Certificate of Education at grade 5, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average of 60%, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with a minimum of 3 subjects at BCC/2.30 and any essential subjects at B/3.
English language test required.
Year 1 Entry
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) with 4 subjects at 70% / B5 B5 B5 B5, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 75% / B5.
English Language Requirement
The UEC is not accepted as proof of English Language.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Matriculation Certificate Examination with grades BC at Advanced level and CCCC at Intermediate level, to include any essential subject(s) at Advanced level grade C.
Year 1 Entry
Applicants who have studied and passed a national high school level curriculum in Mexico are required to pass year 1 of one of the Titulo de Licenciado, with a minimum overall score of 6.0 (on a 10 point scale), with minimum 6.5 achieved in essential subjects.
Applicants who have studied and passed a recognised foundation programme can also gain access to year 1 of our programmes.
Year 2 Entry
Not available to applicants studying national high school curriculum.
English Language Requirement
English language test or equivalent required.
Year 1 Entry
Applicants who have studied and passed a national high school level curriculum in Mexico are required to pass year 1 of one of the Titulo (Professional) de (subject area) with a minimum overall score of 6.0 (on a 10 point scale), with minimum 6.5 achieved in essential subjects.
Applicants who have studied and passed a recognised foundation programme can also gain access to year 1 of our programmes.
Year 2 Entry
Not available to applicants studying national high school curriculum.
English Language Requirement
English language test or equivalent required.
Year 1 Entry
Applicants who have studied and passed a national high school level curriculum in Mexico are required to pass year 1 of one of the Titulo do Tecnico Superior Universitario with a minimum overall score of 6.0 (on a 10 point scale), with minimum 6.5 achieved in essential subjects.
Applicants who have studied and passed a recognised foundation programme can also gain access to year 1 of our programmes.
Year 2 Entry
Not available to applicants studying national high school curriculum.
English Language Requirement
English language test or equivalent required.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Diplom膬 de Bacalaureat with an overall grade of 6.0, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 7.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Higher Secondary Education Certificate with a minimum of 65%, with essential subjects at 65%. On the 4-point GPA scale, applicants will need to pass with 2.6 GPA, with the essential subject at 2.8 GPA.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) with an overall score of 6.6, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 7.
English language: English at grade 8 in HAVO is accepted. For alternative English language qualifications, please see below.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Year 12 Certificate plus ATAR rank of 77 or Overall Position of 11, to include any essential subject(s) at Year 12 with grade B, grade 3 or Sound Achievement.
Year 1 Entry
Applicants will typically be required to pass the WAEC with five subjects at A/B including English and Maths; or A-Level CCC / International Baccalaureate 24
Year 2 Entry
Applicants will typically be required to pass the WAEC + Foundation Year or Ordinary National Diploma (ND) 2.5 GPA or JUPEB: BBB or A-Level BBB / International Baccalaureate 30.
English Language Requirement: WAEC at C6 allowed for English Language with no expiry date.
Year 1 Entry
Applicants will typically be required to pass the NECO five subjects at A/B including English and Maths; or A-Level CCC / International Baccalaureate 24.
Year 2 Entry
Applicants will typically be required to pass the NECO + Foundation Year or Ordinary National Diploma (ND) 2.5 GPA or JUPEB: BBB or A-Level BBB / International Baccalaureate 30.
English language: English at C6 or higher in the NECO is accepted. For alternative English language qualifications, please see below.
Year 4 Entry
Applicants who have studied the Nigerian HND in a relevant subject and have acheived a minimum of a 2.50 GPA, will be considered for entry to Year 4 of our degrees.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Secondary School Leaving Diploma/Matura with an overall grade of 3.5, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 3.
Applicants studying Vitnem氓l for Vidergaende Opplaering will be required to pass with 3.4 (on a 6-point scale). Any essential subject to be achieved with minimum grade 4.
English at grade 4 in the Vitnem氓l for Vidergaende Opplaering is accepted. This must be awarded within the last 5 years.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the General Secondary Education Certificate Examination at 65% minimum.
In addition, applicants will also need to have completed a Foundation Programme or the 1st year at University in a relevant subject, with an average grade of 3.0 GPA (on a 4 point scale), to include any essential subject at 3.0 (on a 4 point scale).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) at 75% overall with 75% in the essential subject
OR
We will also accept the Higher Secondary School Certificate at an average of 60% / 3.2 GPA and the first year of a university degree or a Foundation study in a relevant subject with an average grade of 60%, to include any essential subject(s) at 75%.
Qualifi Diploma is not accepted.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Senior High School with a minimum average of 80% in the relevant subject.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Matura with an average score of 60%, to include 3 Advanced subjects at a minimum of 50%, to include any essential subject(s) at Advanced level with a score of 70%.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Diploma/Certificado N铆vel Secund谩rio de Educa莽茫o with an overall grade of 14, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 16.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Qatar Senior School Certificate (Shahadat Al-Thanawaya Al-Aama) at an average of 60%, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 2.0/70%, to include any essential subject(s) at 2.5/75%.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Diplom膬 de Bacalaureat with an overall grade of 7, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 8.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Attestat o Srednem Obrzovanii (Certificate of Secondary Education) at an average of 4, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 3.5, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the General Secondary Education Certificate (Tawjihiyah) with an average of 60%, and either the post-secondary diploma or first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 3.0/70%, to include any essential subject(s) at 75%.
Applicants will typically be required to pass Singapore GCE A-Levels with grades CCC, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Vysved膷enie o maturitnej sk煤拧ke at grade 2.4, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 2.
English language: English at B2 level at grade 2 in the Vysved膷enie o maturitnej sk煤拧ke is accepted. For alternative English language qualifications, please see below.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Maturitetno spri膷evalo at grade 3.5, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 4.
Year 1 Entry
Applicants will typically be required to pass the National Senior Certificate (with Matriculation Endorsement) with 4 subjects at 5555, to include any essential subject(s).
Year 2 Entry
Applicants will typically be required to pass the National Senior Certificate (with Matriculation Endorsement) with 5 subjects at 56666, to include any essential subject(s).
English Language Requirement
We can accept the National Senior Certificate at Grade C or 5.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the T铆tulo de Bachiller with an average score of 6.8, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 7.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the European Baccalaureate with an overall grade of 70%, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 7.
English language: English Language 1 at grade 6 or English Language 2 at grade 7 are accepted. For alternative English language qualifications, please see below.
Applicants will typically be required to pass Sri Lankan A-Levels with grades CCC, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Sudan School Certificate with an average of 60%/C, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 65%/B, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Avgangsbetyg/Slutbetyg fran Gymnasieskola with an average score of 15.5, to include any essential subject(s) at level 5 grade B.
English language: English Level 5 at grade B or English Level 6 at grade C in the Avgangsbetyg/Slutbetyg fran Gymnasieskola is accepted. For alternative English language qualifications, please see below.
Applicants studying any of the above Matura will be required to pass with a minimum overall grade of 4.0 (6-point scale). Essential subjects must be included at Grade 4.
English language test or equivalent required.
Applicants studying any of the above Matura will be required to pass with a minimum overall grade of 4.0 (6-point scale). Essential subjects must be included at Grade 4.
English language test or equivalent required.
Applicants studying any of the above Matura will be required to pass with a minimum overall grade of 4.0 (6-point scale). Essential subjects must be included at Grade 4.
English language test or equivalent required.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Senior High School Diploma at an average of 75%, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 70%, to include any essential subject(s) at 75%.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Certificate of Complete General Secondary Education at an average of 3, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 3.4, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass Tanzanian ACSE with grades CCC, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to complete the Certificate of Secondary Education/Maw 6 with an average of 70%/3.0, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 3; or complete the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average of 2.0, to include any essential subject(s) at 2.5.
English Language test required.
Applicants studying Lise Diplomasi (or above-named diploma) will be required to pass with 65% overall. Any essential subject to be achieve with minimum score 70%.
English language test or equivalent required.
Applicants studying Lise Diplomasi (or above-named diploma) will be required to pass with 65% overall. Any essential subject to be achieve with minimum score 70%.
English language test or equivalent required.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Certificate of Secondary Education at an average of 3, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 3.5, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass UACE with grades CCC, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Certificate of Complete General Secondary Education, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 65% / 2.2 (on the 4 point scale) / 4.0 (on the 5 point scale), to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the General Secondary Education Certificate Examination at 65%, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 2.0, to include any essential subject(s) at grade 2.3.
Entry to Year 1
Applicants studying a US High School Diploma will be required to pass with a GPA of 2.8 (on a 4-point scale). Any essential subjects to be achieved with minimum grade B.
If applying for year 1 entry, standardised testing is optional, however may make an application more competitive, particularly if the High School Diploma score is lower than stated above, or if the essential subject is not covered in the curriculum.
We will consider a lower High School Diploma score if sufficient evidence exists to support an offer such as strong scores in standardised tests, professional experience in the subject area, extracurricular activities linked to the programme, college classes, etc.
Standardised tests accepted for Y1 entry may include one or more of the following:
AP tests are an ideal way to meet essential subject pre-requisites. If no testing is available, strong grades in year 11 of the US High School Diploma in required subjects will be considered.
Entry to Year 2
Applicants studying a US High School Diploma will be required to pass with a GPA of 3.3 (on a 4-point scale). Any essential subjects to be achieved with minimum grade A.
If applying for year 2 entry, standardised testing is required.
Standardised tests accepted for Y2 entry may include one or more of the following:
If applying through UCAS, please send your transcript and any test scores directly to admissions@abertay.ac.uk, quoting your UCAS number and full name.
If applying directly, you will be given the opportunity to upload your transcript and test scores within your application.
Entry to Year 1
Applicants studying a GED (General Educations Development Test) will be required to pass with an overall score of 580/800, with a minimum score of 145/200 in each of the 4 subtests. Any essential subjects to be achieved with a minimum score of 150/200 in a relevant subtest.
If applying for year 1 entry, standardised testing is optional, however may make an application more competitive, particularly if the GED score is lower than stated above, or if the essential subject is not covered in the curriculum.
We will consider a lower GED score if sufficient evidence exists to support an offer such as strong scores in standardised tests, professional experience in the subject area, extracurricular activities linked to the programme, college classes, etc.
Standardised tests accepted for Y1 entry may include one or more of the following:
AP tests are an ideal way to meet essential subject pre-requisites. If no testing is available, strong grades in year 11 of the US High School Diploma in required subjects, or strong scores in relevant components of the GED or TASC will be considered.
If applying through UCAS, please send your transcript and any test scores directly to admissions@abertay.ac.uk, quoting your UCAS number and full name.
If applying directly, you will be given the opportunity to upload your transcript and test scores within your application.
Entry to Year 1
Applicants studying a TASC (Test Assessing Secondary Completion) will be required to complete each of the 5 subtests with a minimum score of 560/800. A minimum score of 5/8 is required in the Language Arts (Writing) essay writing assessment. Any essential subjects to be achieved with a minimum score of 600/800 in a relevant subtest.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Diploma of Academic Lyceum at an average of 3, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 60%, to include any essential subject(s).
Applicants will typically be required to pass the T铆tulo de T茅cnico Superior Universitario, and the first year of a university degree in a relevant subject with an average grade of 50% / 6.1 (on the 10 point scale) / 12 (on the 20 point scale), to include any essential subject(s).
Year 1 Entry
Applicants will typically need to complete the Bang Tot Nghiep Trung Hoc Pho Thong (Senior Secondary School Graduation Diploma) and the first year of a university programme or an international pathway programme.
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Zambian GCE with grades 1-6 in five subjects, to include any essential subject(s).
Year 1 Entry
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Zimbabwe General Certificate of Education at Advanced Level with grades CCC, to include any essential subject(s).
Year 2 Entry
Applicants will typically be required to pass the Zimbabwe General Certificate of Education at Advanced Level with grades BBB, to include any essential subject(s).
English Language Requirement
We can accept English at grade C in the Zimbabwe General Certificate of Education at Ordinary Level with no expiry date.
'Graduating from Abertay as a fully registered Biomedical Scientist with an industry-accredited degree unquestionably helped me compete for jobs.'Steven Swanson | NHS Lothian | Team Manager, Specialist Biomedical Scientist
The tuition fees you'll pay and the funding available to you depends on factors such as your nationality, location, personal circumstances and the course you're studying. If you鈥檙e studying a full-time undergraduate degree, your fee status will be classed as one of the following:
Scotland
England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland
International
Your fee status is typically based on the country where you've lived on a regular, non-temporary basis for the three years prior to the start of your course.
We鈥檒l confirm your tuition fees once you鈥檝e applied.
International includes applicants from EU countries who do not hold Pre-Settled or Settled Status in the UK. (Students from the Republic of Ireland are not included.)
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Fee Status |
2026/27 |
2027/28 |
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拢1,820 (typically paid by SAAS) |
拢1,820* (typically paid by SAAS) |
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拢9,790 |
Tuition fees for 2027 entry are being confirmed and will be published here. Fees shown are for 2026 entry.** |
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拢16,950 |
拢16,950*** |
*For Scottish undergraduate students, tuition fees are set by the Scottish Government and confirmed annually. If the approved fee level changes in future, Abertay may update its published tuition fees in line with the confirmed government rate.
**Tuition fees for Rest of UK students are reviewed annually. Where permitted, the University may increase tuition fees for continuing students (those starting their course from September 2027) in line with changes to the maximum tuition fee cap set by the UK Government. Students should take the potential for future fee increases into account when planning the overall cost of their studies.
***Eligible international students will automatically receive a scholarship worth between 拢12,000-拢28,000 over the duration of their course.
See more about tuition fees, grants, bursaries, tuition fee loans, maintenance loans and living costs in our聽undergraduate fees and funding section.
We offer a range of scholarships to help support your studies with us.
As well as specific Abertay scholarships for English, Welsh, Northern Irish and international students, there are a range of corporate and philanthropic scholarships available. Some are course specific, many are not. There are some listed below or you can visit the Undergraduate scholarship pages.
A scholarship for prospective undergraduate Science and Social Science students applying from England, Wales or Northern Ireland.
An award of up to £3,000 per year for up to a maximum of four years, for prospective new international undergraduate and postgraduate taught students.
Two £1,000 awards for students who have overcome challenges to attend university.
Grants of up to £500 from The Batchelor Trust for eligible Year 1 and 2 students facing financial hardship.
Explore some of the common questions asked about this degree.
The BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science at 麻豆原创 is a professionally accredited degree that provides a deep understanding of the science behind human health and disease. You'll learn to conduct vital scientific tests used to diagnose and treat illnesses, exploring the human body at the organ, tissue, cellular and molecular levels.
The course offers two distinct pathways after the second year:
Standard route: Focuses on strong laboratory training and is ideal for those considering wider bioscience careers or postgraduate study.
Applied route: Includes an 18-week clinical placement in an NHS hospital laboratory.
Both routes are accredited by the . This ensures your skills are recognised across the UK and worldwide, providing a solid foundation for a career in clinical science.
This degree prepares you for a variety of high-impact careers in health and science. Many graduates choose to become Biomedical Scientists within the NHS, where they conduct tests essential for patient recovery.
Other popular career paths include:
Research and development: Working in university or commercial laboratories as a research scientist or analytical chemist.
Education and sales: Pursuing secondary school teaching or medical sales.
Further study: Progressing to Master's or PhD research, or applying for postgraduate medicine and dentistry.
If you complete the Applied route, you are eligible to apply for HCPC registration immediately upon graduation. Standard route graduates can enter the NHS as trainee biomedical scientists and seek registration after further clinical training.
This is a 4-year degree, completed on a full-time basis.
Yes, particularly if you are looking for a course with high student satisfaction and excellent career prospects. Abertay鈥檚 Biomedical Science degree has consistently rated over 90% for student satisfaction in the National Student Survey (NSS).
Key accolades include:
Ranked TOP in Scotland for overall student satisfaction ().
Ranked as one of the top modern universities for Biomedical Sciences by the .
Ranked No. 1 in the UK for teaching in the same category.
With its balance of theoretical knowledge and hands-on laboratory experience, it is an ideal choice for students who want a degree that is both academically rigorous and highly valued by employers in the healthcare sector.
Studying this course positions you to play a vital role in modern healthcare. You'll gain the expertise to perform the cutting-edge scientific analysis that underpins the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
The course is designed for flexibility and professional readiness:
Professional accreditation: Being IBMS-accredited means your degree meets the high standards required for NHS employment.
Practical focus: You'll spend significant time in laboratories, developing the technical skills used by professionals daily.
Clinical opportunities: The option to switch to the Applied route provides a direct, competitive pathway to becoming a registered Biomedical Scientist through an 18-week hospital placement.
It is a fast-paced, rewarding course for those passionate about the science of life and helping others.
We offer a supportive learning environment where lecturers often know students by name. Our personal approach ensures nobody falls through the cracks, while also being backed by world-class facilities and awards.
We provide expert instruction through hospital laboratory partnerships, industry-standard facilities and experienced lecturers. Not only are we ranked as a top university in Scotland for student satisfaction, but our alumni benefit from our strong focus on employability.聽
Many of our graduates have gone on to and other leading private medical organisations throughout the UK and internationally.聽
This is a rigorous and fast-paced degree designed to meet professional standards. It requires a strong interest in biology and chemistry, as you will study the human body at a highly detailed molecular and cellular level. Commitment and perseverance are necessary traits for those looking to complete this degree.
While the Applied route is particularly competitive, with placement entry often based on Year 2 academic performance, our supportive teaching and support staff are dedicated to helping every student reach their full potential.
Practical work is at the heart of the Biomedical Science degree at Abertay. You will have access to 拢3.5 million science laboratories, specifically designed to mirror the environments found in professional clinical and research settings.
In these extensive facilities, you'll:
Conduct vitally important scientific tests used in disease diagnosis.
Gain hands-on experience with modern analytical equipment.
Develop essential bench skills throughout all four years of the course.
These labs allow you to transition from basic techniques in your first year to advanced, independent research for your Honours project in Year 4.
This extensive lab time ensures you graduate with the confidence and technical proficiency required by the NHS and private sector employers.
Abertay is the first institution in Scotland to be an Adobe Creative Campus. Through our partnership, all Abertay students have access to Adobe Express, empowering them to enhance their digital skills with industry-leading tools.
The is dedicated to empowering staff and students across all disciplines with essential digital skills for success in both the workplace and the classroom. The initiative involves a select group of colleges and universities.
Meet some of our Biomedical Science graduates and find out what they've gone on to do.
Derek is a Mental Health Paramedic within the Scottish Ambulance Service.
Nicola is a Specialist Biomedical Scientist working in the Pathology Department at NHS Tayside.
Senior Biomedical Scientist - Donor Testing Laboratory at Scottish National Blood Transfusion Service (SNBTS).
Steven is a Team Manager and Specialist Biomedical Scientist in the NHS.
We're keen to offer help to Ukrainian students who may wish to transfer from their existing institution in Ukraine or to register with us as new students for intake in September. There will be no tuition fees charged for the duration of the degree programme, as those with refugee status are treated as 'Home/Scottish' students and will also have access to the 聽bursary and student loans. Our Recruitment Team can help guide applicants.
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Our undergraduate prospectus is a great read if you are thinking about doing your degree at Abertay.
Everything you need to apply from UCAS deadlines to entry requirements.
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