Department of Biomedical Science and Physiology

The Department of Biomedical Science and Physiology at the University of Wolverhampton is a dynamic centre for healthcare science education, innovation, and professional development. Our mission is to connect scientific knowledge with clinical practice, preparing students to become highly skilled healthcare scientists and biomedical professionals who contribute directly to patient care and public health. From exploring disease mechanisms and diagnostic laboratory science in Biomedical Science to developing specialist clinical investigative expertise in cardiac, respiratory, and sleep physiology, our programmes ensure students gain practical, career-focused experience alongside strong academic foundations.

We place a strong emphasis on applied learning through extensive laboratory and clinical skills training, and integrated placement opportunities. Students spend significant time developing practical competencies in modern teaching laboratories and specialist facilities, building the analytical, diagnostic, and professional skills required by healthcare science employers. Our courses are designed to reflect real clinical environments, enabling graduates to transition confidently into NHS pathology laboratories, cardiac and respiratory clinics and specialist clinics for sleep, research, and wider healthcare sectors.

Our department benefits from strong partnerships with NHS employers and industry, supported by an experienced teaching team of expert scientists and clinical practitioners. Professional accreditation with the Institute of Biomedical Science and the National School of Healthcare Science ensure that our graduates are ready to practice as qualified clinical professionals.   Whether you are beginning your undergraduate journey, advancing through graduate entry study, or developing specialist postgraduate expertise, the Department of Biomedical Science and Physiology provides the knowledge, practical training, and professional pathways needed to succeed in today’s healthcare science workforce.