This programme provides a firm foundation in the core biomedical and biomolecular sciences, alongside an insight into medical practice and the technologies used to diagnose disorders and treat patients. You’ll develop an integrated, scientific knowledge that you can put into practice in a clinical setting and robust research skills, plus creative and inquisitive communication, leadership, critical appraisal and problem-solving skills.

This programme is designed to prepare you for employment in a wide variety of professional careers and helps to develop the key transferable skills valued by employers. These skills range from identifying and solving problems, to efficient communication, leadership and management. Key vocational skills, such as advanced laboratory training within molecular biology, also enhance your employability. Additionally, those students undertaking a Professional Training Year have an additional and invaluable insight into the professional workplace, having also potentially gained an employer reference for their CV. Science graduates compete well in the wider graduate employment market, as they offer strong analytical and problem-solving skills valued highly across all sectors. Future career pathways include: Postgraduate study, either at a university or with the NHS Employment in knowledge industries, such as pharmaceuticals or medical technology. Roles might include research and development, clinical trials, or sales and marketing Training and employment to become a Scientific Officer in the Civil Service NHS management Postgraduate training for the NHS Scientist Training Programme (STP) Graduate entry to professional degrees such as radiotherapy Graduate entry to medicine*, dentistry or other accredited healthcare programmes *Final year students on track to get a 2:1 or 1st may apply to join the medical programme at Exeter and will be guaranteed an interview; we will waive the normal requirement for applicants not coming directly from school to take the GAMSAT.