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Ulster University's School of Biomedical Sciences has a national and international reputation for excellence in teaching and research (UK top 5 for Biomedical Science research; REF 2014).  You will be educated in the critical application of science and trained for healthcare, scientific and technical professions.

Our courses are offered across two campuses, with some available full-time or part-time and also by distance learning.

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Full-time Study

Biomedical Sciences education to equip students to work as a Biomedical Scientist in a health service laboratory, 4 years full time.

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UCAS code: B990

Full-time Undergraduate

Year of entry: 2025/26

Coleraine campus

Full time BSc (Hons) Biology with optional placement and the possibility of proceeding to complete an MBiolSci depending on academic performance.

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UCAS code: C100

Full-time Undergraduate

Year of entry: 2025/26

Coleraine campus

Education for biomedical sciences; 3 year full time on campus programme.

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UCAS code: B992

Full-time Undergraduate

Year of entry: 2025/26

Coleraine campus

Education in the Biomedical Sciences with placement in industry/research institute or period of study overseas, 4 years full time.

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UCAS code: B991

Full-time Undergraduate

Year of entry: 2025/26

Coleraine campus

We produce high-quality and motivated graduates who can apply for registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Dietitian.

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UCAS code: B460

Full-time Undergraduate

Year of entry: 2025/26

Coleraine campus

Passionate about nutrition? Use your expertise to shape the future of nutrition in the food industry, government or research environments.

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UCAS code: B450

Full-time Undergraduate

Year of entry: 2025/26

Coleraine campus

Passionate about diet and health? Gain the skills that will help you have an impact on health and well-being of society with this accredited course.

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UCAS code: B400

Full-time Undergraduate

Year of entry: 2025/26

Coleraine campus

At Ulster we offer a 4-year Master of Optometry with Honours degree program.

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UCAS code: B510

Full-time Undergraduate

Year of entry: 2025/26

Coleraine campus

Part-time Study

Fully online, distance learning, flexible part-time BSc (Hons) Applied Medical Sciences in collaboration with Sligo Institute of Technology.

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Part-time Undergraduate

Year of entry: 2025/26

Fully online, distance learning, flexible part-time BSc (Hons) Applied Medical Sciences in collaboration with Sligo Institute of Technology.

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Part-time Undergraduate

Year of entry: 2024/25

Flexible, part-time, on-campus BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences, supported by online teaching.

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Part-time Undergraduate

Year of entry: 2025/26

Coleraine campus

Flexible, part-time, on-campus BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences, supported by online teaching.

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Part-time Undergraduate

Year of entry: 2024/25

Coleraine campus

IBMS accredited BSc Honours articulation pathway for biomedical science sub-degree graduates.

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Part-time Undergraduate

Year of entry: 2025/26

IBMS accredited BSc Honours articulation pathway for biomedical science sub-degree graduates.

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Part-time Undergraduate

Year of entry: 2024/25

Full BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science, part-time distance-learning degree in collaboration with Sligo Institute of Technology which is IBMS accredited.

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Part-time Undergraduate

Year of entry: 2025/26

Full BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science, part-time distance-learning degree in collaboration with Sligo Institute of Technology which is IBMS accredited.

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Part-time Undergraduate

Year of entry: 2024/25

Strong industrial focus in the area of biopharmaceutical science, part-time distance-learning in collaboration with Sligo Institute of Technology.

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Part-time Undergraduate

Year of entry: 2025/26

Strong industrial focus in the area of biopharmaceutical science, part-time distance-learning in collaboration with Sligo Institute of Technology.

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Part-time Undergraduate

Year of entry: 2024/25

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