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Welcome to Queen Mary!
Questions about being a new student? We’ve got you covered.
What to expect from your Biomedical Sciences course
You’ll gain a solid scientific grounding, and discover your own interests and specialisms through elective modules.
What to expect from your Medical Genetics course
You’ll build a strong scientific understanding of the genetic and molecular basis of human health, development and disease.
What to expect from your Pharmacology and Innovative Therapeutics course
You’ll come to understand the drug development cycle from initial idea to the patient’s bedside.
What to expect from your Neuroscience course
Neuroscience at Queen Mary will give you a solid grounding in the subject while giving you the freedom to pursue areas that interest you.
Neuroscience-Expertise, opportunities and experiences from two renowned Schools
Our programme is co-taught between the School of Biological and Behavioural Sciences and Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry.
Medical Genetics - Communicating science
Scientists have a responsibility to shout about their research to wider society. You’ll learn how to conduct research and communicate it effectively.
Pharmacology and Innovative Therapeutics - A well-rounded approach
You’ll study the practical aspects of managing a pharmaceutical business – including research and development costs, pricing, marketing and licensing.
Biomedical Sciences - A hands-on approach to learning
You’ll gain experience in problem-based learning, a style of teaching emphasised in many UK medical schools.
Ask a student
Current students are available now to answer all your burning questions.
"Being at QMUL at has been an incredible honour and an amazing experience"
Graduate Carola Bigogno tells us about her experience of studying Biomedical Sciences at Queen Mary and living in London.
“Applying the knowledge I acquired has been incredibly rewarding."
Hear from Alex, one of our Biomedical Sciences students, about her nine-week placement at The Crick Institute.
Meet the Pharmacology graduate: Daisy Umelo
Daisy reflects on her time at the School and her future studying Medicine at Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry.
Meet the Medical Genetics graduate: Mariam Hafidh Abbas
Mariam was a course representative for her Medical Genetics degree.
“Nearly every aspect of my degree contributed to my success in this role”
Natalija, a final-year Biomedical Sciences student, gained hands-on clinical research experience and co-authored a paper during her Pfizer placement.
A graduate's view on Neuroscience at Queen Mary
Recent graduate Alvis Kalarikkan talks about what drew him to his subject, what his plans are what his internship was like.
"It was about applying knowledge to solve real-world problems"
Medical Genetics graduate Nouh speaks about what inspired him to study at Queen Mary and how his degree has shaped his entrepreneurial career path.
It’s more than a gown
Hear what our students and tutors have to say about their time at Queen Mary and what made the experience so memorable.
Developing treatments for cancer
A recent breakthrough by Queen Mary genetics researchers could help scientists develop treatments for cancer.
World-leading research
Our staff’s research underpins our Biomedical Sciences curriculum, and helps to change the lives of people across the world.
World-leading academics
Get to know the world-leading academics leading the way with your studies.
Neuroscience - Teaching informed by research with impact
Discover the innovative research areas and pioneering work feeding into the Neuroscience programme at Queen Mary as part of your learning experience
Dr Elena Torlai Triglia receives prestigious Springboard Award
Dr Elena Torlai Triglia from our school is a recipient of a prestigious award from the Academy of Medical Science.
Biomedical Sciences optional reading
Optional summer reading and listening for if you want to get a better view of all things to do with Biomedical Sciences
Become a Student Ambassador
Once you’ve settled in, we’d love you to become one of our Ambassadors and promote Queen Mary at open days and fairs. Find out what’s involved.
Get to know the BioMedics' Society
Run by students and open to everyone – the Queen Mary BioMedics' Society is waiting for you.
From labs to libraries
All Biomedical Sciences programmes can access world-class facilities, provided by both Barts and the School and Biological and Behavioural Sciences.
A pathway into medicine
Our highest-achieving students are guaranteed an interview for the MBBS Medicine programme at Barts.
Where could your degree take you?
From pharmaceuticals to science reporting, you’ll have knowledge and skills sought after by a huge range of employers.
Careers preparation that’s as individual as you are
An important part of your degree is preparing for life after university – whatever it is you want to do. Luckily, we’ve got you covered.