Biology and biomedical science degrees | Subjects

Biomedical Science: rise to the challenge of the modern world

Study a course that will prepare you to enter a profession that looks like its here to stay with more diseases affecting humans today still waiting to be identified.

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Our courses

At undergraduate level, we offer bachelor degrees, an integrated master’s degree, and extended courses with a foundation year that can be accessed with a lower tariff. We also offer master's degrees in biomedical science and biotechnology. Explore the options.

Applied Biomedical Science, BSc Hons

Our degree in applied biomedical science provides the skills you need for a career in medical diagnostics or research as a biomedical scientist.

Mode: Sandwich
Location: Medway Campus
Subject: Biology and biomedical science; Science

Biology (Extended), BSc Hons

This extended biology degree includes a foundation year. Explore subjects such as cancer therapeutics, pharmacology and neurological conditions.

Mode: Full time, Sandwich
Location: Medway Campus
Subject: Biology and biomedical science; Science

Biology, BSc Hons

Study our biology degree for topics including cancer, pharmacology and neurological conditions such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease.

Mode: Full time, Sandwich
Location: Medway Campus
Subject: Biology and biomedical science; Science

Biology, MBiol

Our MBiol in biology combines Bachelor and Master’s-level courses. Research projects and field trips will build your skills in medical research.

Mode: Full time
Location: Medway Campus
Subject: Biology and biomedical science; Science

Biomedical Science (Extended), BSc Hons

This biomedical science degree includes a foundation year. Study human health and disease, gaining skills for roles in the healthcare sector.

Mode: Full time, Sandwich
Location: Medway Campus
Subject: Biology and biomedical science; Science

Biomedical Science (Online), MSc/PGDip/PGCert

A flexible online Biomedical Science programme for healthcare workers to stay up to date in their field. Study for CPD or work towards a postgraduate award.

Mode: Distance
Subject: Biology and biomedical science; Science

Biomedical Science, BSc Hons

Explore human health and disease with our biomedical science degree. Gain skills for roles in healthcare, forensics and pharmaceuticals.

Mode: Full time, Sandwich
Location: Medway Campus
Subject: Biology and biomedical science; Science

Biotechnology, MSc

Explore biological systems to develop new technologies and tools with this Master’s in Biotechnology. Study gene therapy and drug design.

Mode: Full time
Location: Medway Campus
Subject: Biology and biomedical science; Science

Haematology, MSc/PGDip/PGCert

This online haematology programme boosts your understanding of blood management and haematology patient management. Available for CPD. Gain advanced qualifications for senior positions.

Mode: Distance
Subject: Biology and biomedical science; Science

Healthcare Management, MSc/PGDip/PGCert

An online healthcare management programme to help you improve your managerial effectiveness. Study for CPD or gain awards for senior positions.

Mode: Distance
Subject: Biology and biomedical science; Science

Healthcare Quality Management, MSc/PGDip/PGCert

Our online Healthcare Quality Management programme can be studied for CPD or for postgraduate awards to support career moves to senior management roles.

Mode: Distance
Subject: Biology and biomedical science; Science

Why Greenwich is great for biology and biomedical science degrees

Learn from research-active academics and focus on real-life clinical case studies. Our courses contain specialist modules in a variety of areas, from ecology and biotechnology to cancer biology and neuropharmacology. Find out more about studying biology and biomedical sciences.

Biomedical student and STAART ambassador

Daniel Crockett describes his work as an ambassador as the one of the most rewarding things he has been involved with at the University of Greenwich.

A more fulfilling career

Studying Biomedical Science has offered Tim Gomez the opportunity to switch careers from fraud investigator to curious scientist.

From the West End stage to the laboratory

After the pandemic caused her to reconsider her career as a West End makeup artist, Tanya decided to return to university to fulfil her ambition to work in healthcare.

Biology: new things constantly being discovered

Study a course that allows you choose subjects from cancer research to neuroscience and ecology to reach your goal. Our course is varied too with lab sessions, fieldwork and international placements.

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Communities and societies

Our student societies offer a space for personal growth and the chance to make lasting friendships. You can take part in activities through your department and via GK Unions (an alliance between the Universities of Greenwich and Kent). Here's a taste of how you can get involved and how we build connections with the wider community.

Greenwich students’ union

Studying at Medway? Our great partnership allows you to reap the benefits from Greenwich Students' Union and GK Unions.

Medway - a great place to live

Discover more about Medway, a region steeped in history and with a thriving local community.

Sponsoring swimming excellence

The Faculty of Engineering and Science sponsors a competitive swimming club in Gillingham, helping community swimmers to reach the next level.

Our MSc Pharmaceutical Sciences with Industrial Practice students are deployed

The call for scientists has escalated during the Covid pandemic. More than ever their skills are in demand. Our students respond.

Take a Virtual Tour

Our virtual tours are a great way to get a feel for where you'll be studying. Explore the facilities we have on offer below.

Research and partnerships

Research students can specialise in a variety of areas, including drug delivery systems and neuroscience, with the Department of Life and Sports Science, Medway School of Pharmacy, and the Department of Pharmaceutical, Chemical & Environmental Science.

A unique learning experience on the Medway Campus

Find extensive laboratories, modern lecture theatres and unique learning and social spaces in the former naval buildings on the Medway Campus.

Join us as a research student

If you have a suitable research proposal in biology or biomedical science, we can help you apply to the university and find the appropriate supervisor.