Bio and Healthcare Sciences
Wide range of degrees to study human health and understand how the human body functions in both normal and diseased states.
At Ulster University, we recognise that Bio and Healthcare Sciences is one of the largest and most dynamic fields of study in life sciences
We therefore offer a wide range of Bio and Healthcare Science degrees that take a multidisciplinary approach to the study of human health, to give students an in-depth understanding of how the human body functions in both normal and diseased states.
Using innovative teaching methods and technology, our degree programmes deliver stimulating lecture content, direct practical experience and exciting work placement opportunities, all supported by a dedicated team of expert educators. Students receive expert tuition from lecturers who are world-leading researchers in their respective fields.
As part of their degree programmes, students will have the chance to work in our state-of-the-art bioscience research facilities alongside teams of researchers carrying out cutting-edge studies into cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases and other disorders. As a result, our students get the ideal opportunity to develop all the academic, professional and personal skillsets that employers value highly in prospective employees.
Students studying Bio and Healthcare Science degrees can progress to work in a range of organisations, including hospital laboratories, the NHS, life science industries, pharmaceutical companies, clinical businesses and many more.
Key Facts
100% student satisfaction in the National Student Survey (undergrad Biomed Science programmes)
Biosciences Ranked 4th / 102 in the UK
Integrated practical laboratory classes / exams. Wide range of final year research projects.
Close links with external stakeholders (pathology labs, industry, professionals, regulatory bodies)
The cost and quality of student accommodation in Coleraine is amongst the best in the UK
Postgraduate short courses and Masters level studies are delivered to students from all over the world via distance-learning
Student Profile - BSc Hons Biomedical Science
Student life - Coleraine
About the Bio and Healthcare Sciences programme
Contact
Dr Declan McKenna
Associate Head of School of Biomedical Sciences
Professional recognition
Our Biomedical Science courses are accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS). | ![]() |
On campus courses
View course page for Applied Biomedical Science with DPP (Pathology) - BSc (Hons)
Biomedical Sciences education to equip students to work as a Biomedical Scientist in a health service laboratory, 4 years full time.
View course page for Applied Biomedical Science with DPP (Pathology) - BSc (Hons)
Biomedical Sciences education to equip students to work as a Biomedical Scientist in a health service laboratory, 4 years full time.
View course page for Biology with optional placement year - BSc (Hons)
Full time BSc (Hons) Biology with optional placement and the possibility of proceeding to complete an MBiolSci depending on academic performance.
View course page for Biology with optional placement year - BSc (Hons)
Full time BSc (Hons) Biology with optional placement and the possibility of proceeding to complete an MBiolSci depending on academic performance.
View course page for Biomedical Science - BSc (Hons)
Education for biomedical sciences; 3 year full time on campus programme.
View course page for Biomedical Science - BSc (Hons)
Education for biomedical sciences; 3 year full time on campus programme.
View course page for Biomedical Science - BSc (Hons)
Flexible, part-time, on-campus BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences, supported by online teaching.
View course page for Biomedical Science with placement year - BSc (Hons)
Education in the Biomedical Sciences with placement in industry/research institute or period of study overseas, 4 years full time.
View course page for Biomedical Science with placement year - BSc (Hons)
Education in the Biomedical Sciences with placement in industry/research institute or period of study overseas, 4 years full time.
View course page for Biotechnology Research - MSc
Training in biotechnology research with a strong emphasis on development of advanced practical skills and research methods.
View course page for Physician Associate Studies - PgDip
Intensive 2-year PgDip to train Physician Associates to work as part of the medical team in the diagnosis and management of patients.
View course page for Physician Associate Studies - PgDip
Intensive 2-year MSc course to train Physician Associates to work as part of the medical team in the diagnosis and management of patients.
Online courses
View course page for Applied Medical Sciences - BSc (Hons)
Fully online, distance learning, flexible part-time BSc (Hons) Applied Medical Sciences in collaboration with Sligo Institute of Technology.
View course page for Applied Medical Sciences - BSc (Hons)
Fully online, distance learning, flexible part-time BSc (Hons) Applied Medical Sciences in collaboration with Sligo Institute of Technology.
View course page for Biomedical and Bio-industrial Sciences - BSc (Hons)
Strong industrial focus in the area of biopharmaceutical science, part-time distance-learning in collaboration with Sligo Institute of Technology.
View course page for Biomedical and Bio-industrial Sciences - BSc (Hons)
Strong industrial focus in the area of biopharmaceutical science, part-time distance-learning in collaboration with Sligo Institute of Technology.
View course page for Biomedical Professional Practice - PgCert
Part-time postgraduate provision in professional practice in biomedical science.
View course page for Biomedical Science - MSc
MSc Biomedical Science part-time by distance learning.
View course page for Biomedical Science - GradCert
Education and professional training in the biomedical sciences.
View course page for Biomedical Science - BSc (Hons)
IBMS accredited BSc Honours articulation pathway for biomedical science sub-degree graduates.
View course page for Biomedical Science - BSc (Hons)
IBMS accredited BSc Honours articulation pathway for biomedical science sub-degree graduates.
View course page for Biomedical Science (Life Sciences) - BSc (Hons)
Full BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science, part-time distance-learning degree in collaboration with Sligo Institute of Technology which is IBMS accredited.
View course page for Biomedical Science (Life Sciences) - BSc (Hons)
Full BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science, part-time distance-learning degree in collaboration with Sligo Institute of Technology which is IBMS accredited.
View course page for Diabetes - PgCert
A strong foundation in postgraduate diabetes education with particular emphasis on the science underlying this global healthcare problem.
View course page for Personalised Medicine - MSc
The right treatment, for the right person, at the right time.
View course page for Personalised Medicine - MSc
The right treatment, for the right person, at the right time.
View course page for Personalised Medicine - MSc
The right treatment, for the right person, at the right time.
View course page for Personalised Medicine - MSc
The right treatment, for the right person, at the right time.
View course page for Stem Cell Biology - PgCert
Fully online postgraduate course in the rapidly expanding field of Stem Cell Biology.