Biomedical sciences
Finding solutions to human healthcare problems through the diagnosis and treatment of diseases
Biomedical scientists develop and improve knowledge, technologies and interventions to benefit healthcare
What are biomedical sciences?
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Underpinning modern medicine Biomedical science is behind many of the therapies and treatments we have today
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Be the solution Treatments for diseases, antibiotic resistance and viruses are just some of the ways biomedical scientists make an impact
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8th in the world Life Sciences and Medicine QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025
Why Imperial?
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Learn from and alongside faculty at the forefront of taking biomedical breakthroughs and translating them into clinical settings
Benefit from our close connections with healthcare partners
Immerse yourself in an environment of discovery and innovation
Courses
Our biomedical sciences courses cover a wide range of biomedical specialisms across undergraduate and postgraduate study
Biomedical Technology Ventures
Learn how to improve human healthcare through the application of technology.
Start date
- 2026
Medical Biosciences
Assess the critical challenges facing human health and develop your management potential.
Start date
- 2026
Medical Biosciences with Management
Assess the critical challenges facing human health and develop your management potential.
Start date
- 2026
Molecular Bioengineering
Explore engineering, biology and chemistry to understand how vital molecular level interactions can benefit human health
Start date
- 2026
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Applied Genomics
Learn how big data and experimental research can be harnessed to revolutionise biological sciences and biomedicine.
Start date
- 2025
Biomedical Engineering (Biomaterials)
Explore the use of advanced biomaterials in medical and surgical environments.
Start date
- 2025
Biomedical Engineering (Biomechanics and Mechanobiology)
Focus on bioengineering problems related to systems to understand how mechanical forces impact biological function.
Start date
- 2025
Biomedical Engineering (Computational Bioengineering)
Apply mathematical models and techniques to biological data to improve our understanding of how organisms function and how diseases progress.
Start date
- 2025
Biomedical Engineering (Medical Physics)
Explore methods, techniques and applications for the monitoring and imaging of biological systems.
Start date
- 2025
Biomedical Engineering (Neurotechnology)
Develop expertise in the science and technology related to nervous systems, brains function and devices in neurotechnology.
Start date
- 2025
Biomedical Research (Anaesthetics, Pain Medicine and Intensive Care)
Explore the principles of molecular mechanisms and study advanced physiology and pharmacology of anaesthetics, pain medicine and intensive care.
Start date
- 2025
Biomedical Research (Data Science)
Interdisciplinary training in 'big data' analysis, building skills towards a career in biomedical research.
Start date
- 2025
Biomedical Research (Epidemiology, Evolution and Control of Infectious Diseases)
Specialise in biomedical research within the field of epidemiology, evolution and the control of infectious diseases.
Start date
- 2025
Biomedical Research (General Biomedical Research)
Prepare for a career in biomedical research and discover advanced practical techniques used in experimental and human biomedical sciences.
Start date
- 2025
Biomedical Research (Microbiome in Health and Disease)
Develop your biomedical research expertise and explore multidisciplinary approaches to understanding the gut microbiome.
Start date
- 2025
Biomedical Research (Molecular Basis of Human Disease)
Train for a career in biomedical research and specialise in molecular mechanisms and structural biology.
Start date
- 2025
Biomedical Research (Respiratory and Cardiovascular Science)
Gain fundamental skills towards a career in biomedical research and build your knowledge of the basic physiology of cardiac function.
Start date
- 2025
Cancer Biology
Explore advanced technology and approaches used in cancer biology and undertake training towards a research career.
Start date
- 2025
Cancer Biology (Cancer Informatics)
Receive world-class training in research at the interface of computational and clinical translational science.
Start date
- 2025
Cancer Biology (Cancer Innovation)
Learn to tackle biological and medical challenges in cancer, with a focus on translating cutting edge bio- and deep-tech research from concept to application.
Start date
- 2025
Engineering for Biomedicine
Learn how to tackle modern healthcare challenges with bioengineering technology.
Start date
- 2025
Experimental Biomolecular Sciences (MRes)
Master key biomolecular lab skills and advanced research techniques to prepare for a career in experimental biomolecular sciences.
Start date
- 2026
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Experimental Neuroscience
Receive broad research training in neuroscience to prepare for further PhD study or a career in clinical service.
Start date
- 2025
Genes, Drugs and Stem Cells – Novel Therapies (MSc)
Receive a state-of-the-art education in next-generation therapies and build your expertise in translational research
Start date
- 2025
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Genomic Medicine (MSc)
Acquire the knowledge and skills to be able to interpret and understand genomic data across a range of settings.
Start date
- 2025
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Human Molecular Genetics
Train in the theory and application of human genetics to prepare for a research career.
Start date
- 2025
Immunology (MSc)
Gain the knowledge, creativity and critical thinking skills to prepare for a career as a researcher in immunology.
Start date
- 2025
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Machine Learning and Big Data in the Physical Sciences
Deepen your understanding of the methodologies used in research involving large data sets.
Start date
- 2025
Medical Device Design and Entrepreneurship
Develop research and analytical skills towards a career in bioengineering or for further PHD study.
Start date
- 2025
Molecular Biology and Pathology of Viruses
Analyse the nature of viruses as cellular parasites and their importance in human, animal and plant diseases.
Start date
- 2025
Molecular Medicine
Receive theoretical and practical training using state-of-the-art techniques in molecular and cellular biology as applied to medicine.
Start date
- 2025
Neurotechnology
Develop your expertise for a career at the interface between neuroscience and engineering.
Start date
- 2025
Reproductive and Developmental Biology (MSc)
Develop your skills for a scientific or clinical career in reproductive and developmental biology.
Start date
- 2025
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Statistics (Biostatistics)
Develop your appreciation of statistical theory and methods and its relevance to biology and medicine.
Start date
- 2025
Translational Neuroscience
Receive the advanced training required to understand neurological disorders and develop better treatments.
Start date
- 2025
