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Biomedical scientists carry out laboratory tests on specimens sent for analysis by GPs and other healthcare professionals.

Biomedical Science is vital for the clinical diagnosis of disease and accurate treatment of patients and the operation of the NHS and other health-related industries.

GCU offer the only Biomedical Science course with placement in Glasgow that is approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS).The Biomedical Science course is also accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.

The majority of graduates find employment in NHS clinical laboratories. Some secure posts in industry, working as part of a research team in pharmaceutical development, biological product research and manufacture or conducting research in government, health service and university laboratories.

Entry Requirements

2027 entry requirements

Standard entry: 4 Highers at BBBC including 2 from Maths (or Applications of Maths), Health and Food Technology, Psychology and science subjects.

Widening access entry: 4 Highers at BCCC including 2 from Maths (or Applications of Maths), Health and Food Technology, Psychology and science subjects.

A Foundation Apprenticeship is accepted as equivalent of a non-essential Higher at B.