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
2025/26 Full-time
- Biochemistry BSc Honours
- Biochemistry with Foundation BSc Honours
- Biological Sciences BSc Honours
- Biological Sciences with Foundation BSc Honours
- Biomedical Science BSc Honours
- Biomedical Science with Foundation BSc Honours
- Medical Sciences BSc Honours
- Pharmacology & Physiology BSc Honours
- Pharmacology and Physiology with Foundation BSc Honours
2025/26 Part-time day release
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.
Apprenticeships are offered by employers and combine work and study. They are an alternative way to achieve a university degree while gaining work experience and without being in full-time education.
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.
View our available courses for professional and personal development.
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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
Westminster becomes London FameLab Hub
We’ve been named the London hub for FameLab, the world's largest science communication competition and training programme.
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Westminster genome engineering expert appointed as Co-lead for new CRISPR programme
Dr Kalpana Surendranath has been appointed as the Co-lead for the Wellcome Connecting Science programme.
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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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