What will I learn?
About this courseStudy the mechanisms of life and the underlying causes of human disease. You'll explore how the Biomedical sciences are making a difference today in a number of vital areas including investigating potential treatments for Alzheimer’s disease, finding the causes of cystic fibrosis, and improving our understanding and treatment of cancer. You'll benefit from a flexibility that will expose you to the breadth of the discipline and gain in-depth training across the Biomedical Sciences, with a focus on the science driving forward modern clinical practice. You'll graduate be ready to start your career in fields like medicine, healthcare, the clinical professions, and in research.Key features of the course:- Develop a breadth of knowledge in all areas of human physiology and combine this with your interests in biochemistry, physiology, neuroscience, cell biology, genetics, microbiology, and pharmacology- Study in our multi-million pound Life Sciences building, surrounded by researchers who shape the programme with their world-chaning research- Develop your biomedical laboratory and research skills under the guidance of staff who are actively researching in the Biomedical Sciences, operating at the cutting-edge of modern advanncements that are actively shaping the world around us.- Join a University where 96% of Biological Sciences graduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduating (Graduate Outcomes 2022/23, published 2025).Student supportFrom day one, you'll join a welcoming and supportive Biological Sciences community home to researchers who are paving the way for advancements in science and eager to share their findings with their peers and our student community. You'll be supported by your personal academic tutor and guided throughout your degree to ensure you graduate primed and ready for your future career in industry, in research, or in further study.Further informationBiological Sciences programmes at Southampton are accredited by the Royal Biological Society, meaning you'll graduate from a course commended across the sector.
Which department am I in?
Biological Sciences
Entry requirements
For international students
A-levels - AAB including Biology or Chemistry and one further science subject. A-levels additional information Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. A level science subjects considered include Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Psychology, Environmental Studies, Geography and Geology. Where this offer is satisfied by including grades achieved in either Biology, Chemistry or Physics, a Pass in the practical science assessment is additionally required. A-levels with Extended Project Qualification If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A level offer: ABB including Biology or Chemistry and one further science subject, and grade A in the EPQ A-levels contextual offer We are committed to ensuring that all applicants with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise an applicant's potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme, as follows: ABB including Biology or Chemistry and one further science subject. International Baccalaureate Diploma - Pass with overall score of 34 points, with 17 points at Higher Level, including 5 and 6 points at Higher Level in Chemistry or Biology and one further science subject
