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Develop a solid foundation in the fundamentals, prevention, diagnosis, and management of diseases through the Biomedical Sciences program at Royal Holloway, University of London.
This in-depth course equips you to become part of the next generation of biomedical researchers advancing human health knowledge. You'll explore biochemistry, physiology, cell biology, molecular biology, and genetics before selecting specialized optional modules in your second and third years to focus on your specific interests.
During your second and third years, you'll benefit from expert instruction by healthcare professionals, gaining deeper insights into areas like neuroscience and clinical disease diagnosis. In your final year, you can undertake a laboratory-based research project, contributing to our distinguished research community where previous students have co-authored published scientific papers. Our Department of Biological Sciences achieved 100% world-leading or internationally excellent research impact in the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF21), ranking among the top 25% of UK departments for research influence.
You'll have access to cutting-edge facilities featuring advanced bioinformatics tools, mass spectrometry, protein and gene sequencing technologies, along with exceptional imaging resources including confocal laser scanning microscopes for 3D cellular imaging.
The program helps you build an outstanding set of transferable skills valued by employers. Hands-on laboratory training, specialized knowledge, and communication abilities prepare you to follow our graduates into fields such as medical research, biotechnology, and clinical trial coordination.
Duration: 3 years full time