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Start your medical sciences journey with an undergraduate degree

Medical Sciences (BSc & MSci)

Our Medical Sciences programmes are taught with the flexibility to support a range of career pathways. Graduates progress into professional careers, go on to undertake research, or step forward to postgraduate study.

We aim to make our teaching engaging, exciting and responsive to the latest developments in medical science. Research-led teaching ensures students are taught by academics at the forefront of scientific research. The diversity of subjects and flexibility of our degrees allow students to explore areas of science they may not have previously considered before specialising in their chosen field.

Learn more about the subjects we teach below. When you are ready to apply, click here to apply through UCAS.

Explore our subjects

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Biochemistry

Biochemistry attempts to understand the complex array of molecules and their interactions which come together to create all living things.
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Biomedical Sciences

The primary goal of Biomedical Science is to enhance understanding of human body function in health and disease.
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Molecular and Cellular Biology

Molecular and Cellular Biology is the investigation at the molecular level of all aspects of cells and tissues.
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Neuroscience with Psychology

Neuroscience promotes our understanding of devastating brain illnesses which affect the lives of many people.
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Pharmacology

Pharmacology focuses on discovering and characterising drugs, their actions and properties, to advance understanding of the body.
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Physiology

Physiology is one of the key disciplines underpinning our knowledge of medicine, dentistry and veterinary science.
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Sport, Exercise and Health Science

Learn how the body adapts to physical stress to enhance performance, health, and quality of life.
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Learn more about the different options for studying Medical Sciences at the University of Aberdeen.

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Studying a sports degree at Aberdeen

Josh talks about why he chose to study at Aberdeen, the facilities like the Aberdeen Sports Village and Foresterhill campus, and the valuable hands-on experience he gained working with student athletes.

Studying Pharmacology at Aberdeen

BSc Biomedical Sciences (Pharmacology) student Alina talks about her time studying at the University of Aberdeen.

Studying Physiology at Aberdeen

BSc Physiology student Daisy talks about her time studying at the University of Aberdeen.