BSc Cellular and Molecular Medicine with Study in Industry

You'll dive into practical, hands-on science from day one—through state-of-the-art teaching and research laboratories, supported by eBiolabs, our interactive online lab resource packed with animations, videos, and quizzes. These tools and environments ensure you feel confident and well-prepared before you even step foot in the lab, and they prime you for a full year immersed in a real-world industrial or research setting.

Your studies don't just happen in lecture halls—they’re anchored in modern labs, online simulations, and real workplace environments. Here’s how it unfolds:

• eBiolabs online lab manual provides interactive pre-lab preparation with videos, animations, and quizzes to boost your readiness for practical sessions 

• State-of-the-art teaching and research laboratories, located at Clifton Campus and affiliated hospitals, support your learning and research in real-world settings 

• Biomedical Research, Employability and Enterprise Skills unit in Year 2 sharpens your workplace skills and employability 

• Year in Industry placement—spend Year 3 working in cutting-edge environments at companies such as GlaxoSmithKline, Pfizer, Illumina, Eli Lilly, and more, through competitive selection processes 

• Access to world-class research facilities within the Faculty of Life Sciences, including the Molecular Recognition Centre, Proteomics, Cell Imaging, and the Wolfson Bioimaging Facility—giving you exposure to advanced technologies early on

Graduates from this programme are highly sought after and leave equipped for a variety of dynamic roles, such as Research Scientist in biotech or pharmaceuticals, Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Biomedical Research Associate, or Clinical Trial Coordinator. They step into careers with strong practical and industry-ready skills, positioning them strongly for post-degree success:

• Targeted employer support: The University of Bristol’s Careers Service offers tailored one-on-one guidance, career fairs, employer meet-ups, alumni panels, and a suite of digital resources to help you confidently navigate your career path.

• Outstanding employability stats: Bristol graduates are among the most employable—ranked joint 7th in the UK and 49th globally for graduate employability (QS 2022). Additionally, 95% are in employment or further study just 15 months after graduation, and third most targeted by top UK employers, with a median starting salary of £32,000.

• University–industry connections: Your year in industry places you directly into renowned companies and research institutes such as GlaxoSmithKline, Pfizer Vaccines Medical Affairs, Illumina, Eli Lilly, and more. These collaborations give you invaluable firsthand experience and boost your professional network.

• Long-term value beyond graduation: While the course isn’t formally accredited by a professional body, the intensive lab training, hands-on research, and industry placement offer significant credibility with employers in biomedical and life sciences sectors.

• Strong graduate outcomes: Similar life sciences graduates from Bristol earn approximately £24,000 within 15 months and £29,000 by year three—a clear sign of solid career progression in the field.

Further Academic Progression:
If you’re keen to continue your studies, you can progress to an MSc or PhD, especially in vibrant research areas like cancer biology, regenerative medicine, infection, and immunology, aligned with the strengths of the School of Cellular and Molecular Medicine. Many graduates pursue academic research paths or higher degrees to deepen their expertise or prepare for advanced roles in science and medicine.