Medical Biosciences

About this programme

Assess critical challenges facing human health and gain laboratory and research skills. Imperial has been ranked 2nd in the world in the QS University World Rankings . In addition, Imperial’s BSc Medical Biosciences (BMB) programme was ranked 1st against all other London medical schools in all but one of the National Student Survey (NSS) themes in 2025. You'll explore the principles of biomedical science, and how they are applied in research, policy and industry. This course is designed to build your potential towards becoming a science leader. You'll develop your ability to think like a scientist through a research-intensive, laboratory-focused curriculum. You'll also build key skills in science communication and ethics. You'll have access to the latest developments in the field on a programme that taps into the cutting-edge research being conducted by internationally recognised experts at Imperial. The first two years will develop your understanding of fundamental human biology and the molecular basis of human disease. You'll also work on real-life research questions in a learning environment that mirrors an authentic research laboratory. In your final year you will have your own research project to run and the option to specialise across a range of optional modules. This provides an opportunity to explore a biomedical science-related issue in detail, and can be carried out as an external placement. You also have the chance to apply for an exclusive MRes scholarship, open only to BMB students and generously funded by our key industry partner AstraZeneca. The Medic