Biological and Biomedical Sciences

​Programmes designed to prepare tomorrow's scientists for employment in a wide variety of career paths including in hospitals, research institutions, industry, the scientific or medical civil services. 

Subject overview

We focus on authentic learning, ensuring the skills you learn and knowledge you acquire will help you in the world of work. Our courses provide cutting-edge academic ventures for students who want an excellent understanding of biological and biomedical sciences, as well as their interface with modern technologies. Through innovative research, hands-on practical experiences, and collaboration with industry experts, you’ll gain a solid foundation to tackle real-world challenges and contribute to the progress of science and healthcare. 

Courses

Known for our combination of pure, practice-led and applied approaches, and for using our knowledge for the betterment of society we offer PhD, MPhil, DProf and MRes study. We can provide you with guidance on how to write your research proposal and our entry requirements for a Research Degree.

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We have a long track record of working with organisations and individuals to develop their professional and personal skills, offering accredited courses and industry recognised certifications.

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Careers

Industry links

Our programmes offer comprehensive skills and knowledge for diagnostic, academic, and industrial laboratory practice. Our strong industry connections provide you with access to internships, placements, and collaborative projects, boosting your employability and research prospects at every level. Many of our courses are accredited by professional bodies, providing you with a solid academic framework, whilst also meeting employers' requirements. 

Job roles

Students are well equipped for a variety of careers in hospitals, laboratories, and major pharmaceutical organisations both locally and globally, in areas such as:

  • Graduate management programmes 
  • Healthcare management 
  • Medicine and biomedical research 
  • Biomedical Research  
  • Clinical Laboratory Technology 
  • Forensics 
  • Biotechnology 
  • Biomedicine 
  • Environmental sustainability 
  • Pharmaceuticals 

Westminster Stories

Discovering new communication

Dr Rhys Mould discovers how mitochondria in humans communicate with each other via light emissions.   

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Stock photo of a microscope and other lab equipment

Participating in advanced research

Our academics, students and international experts collaborate on innovative AI in DNA damage research. 

Read moreGo to DNA damage research article

Sustainability in our science

Westminster team successfully completes Green Fund project to enhance sustainability in research.

Read moreGo to Green Fund project story

Chat with our students

Ask some of our current students about their experience of life at the University of Westminster.

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What our students say

Bibi Farheen Rohomun

BSc Biomedical Science

Medical Laboratory Assistant
| North Middlesex Hospital

It was an incredible experience to be a part of the university. I got to meet many inspiring individuals.

Karamo Conteh

Biomedical and Physiological Sciences FDSc

Trainee Scientific Officer | Medical Research Council Unit (Gambia) at London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine

The lecturers are very proactive. They are always willing to support and guide students to achieve their dreams.

Victoria Heath

Biomedical Sciences MSc

Deputy Trust Lead Healthcare Scientist | Great Ormond Street Hospital

I found the course well-structured and supportive for students working alongside their studies.

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