BSc Biomedical Science
What students say
Based on about 21 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 77%
- Assessment and feedback: 81%
- Academic support: 91%
- Organisation and management: 74%
- Learning resources: 74%
- Student voice: 81%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 55%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 30%
What graduates do next
Based on about 9 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 45%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 15%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 40%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 25%
- Caring personal services: 15%
- Skilled trades occupations: 5%
- Finance Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 85%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 50 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- Scotland: 80%
- Northern Ireland: 15%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started
- A levels: 35%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 60%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a biomedical scientist.
- Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science at Abertay University earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £29,500 after 3 years, £34,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,500 and £39,500. The £34,000 median after five years is £5,000 less than the UK median for Biomedical sciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biomedical Science at Abertay University do next?
75% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biomedical Science at Abertay University?
90% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Biomedical Science at Abertay University?
The average entrant had 176 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biomedical Science at Abertay University accredited?
Yes. Approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) for the purpose of providing eligibility to apply for registration with the HCPC as a biomedical scientist. Accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).
Does BSc Biomedical Science at Abertay University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Biomedical Science at Abertay University?
55% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.