The Bachelor's Programme in Biomedicine at Karolinska Institutet is an international study programme taught in English. Graduates in Biomedicine have a broad knowledge of the biology and pathology of the human body and an understanding of molecular mechanisms underlying major global diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular diseases, infections and neurological diseases.
Program overview
Main Subject
Medicine
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
The Bachelor's Programme in Biomedicine at Karolinska Institutet is an international study programme taught in English. Graduates in Biomedicine have a broad knowledge of the biology and pathology of the human body and an understanding of molecular mechanisms underlying major global diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular diseases, infections and neurological diseases.
Specific entry requirements General eligibility (with exemption from Swedish language proficiency). The Swedish upper secondary school courses Biology 2, Chemistry 2, Mathematics 4 or Mathemics D, or the equivalent courses. Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary school course English 6. Proficiency in the English language can be documented by an internationally recognised test such as TOEFL, IELTS or other documentation that according to regulations certifies the equivalence of English 6/English B at Swedish upper secondary school. Please read the information at universityadmissions.se on how to document your English language proficiency.
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
Lasting three years, the program will impart you with a comprehensive knowledge of biology and the human body, with an understanding of molecular processes causing disease and allergies.
Career opportunities Graduating from the program, you would be prepared to pursue a career in research, clinical testing, management, or even marketing and communications within biomedicine or the life science industry. If you are interested in academia and research, you could also further your studies with a master’s degree in biomedicine or bioentrepreneurship and toxicology.
Admissions Apply online herewith your supporting documents, including your high school diploma and English test results. Once you do, your application will be checked and saved, and you will be notified of your results a few weeks later.
To be eligible for the bachelor’s degree in biomedicine, you would need:
to have studied biology, chemistry, and mathematics for your A Levels (or any country equivalents),
English language proficiency tests (TOEFL, IELTS or English B/5 in your Swedish high school diploma)
Stockholm’s Karolinska Institutet (KI) specializes in medical and health sciences and enjoys a reputation for innovation and research in the field. KI is consistently ranked among the world’s top 10 medical universities.
The university offers master’s degrees with the following specializations:
For the autumn 2021 intake application period is open from mid October 2020 to mid January 2021. Application is made online.
Careers
KI’s career service helps students find work opportunities. KI alumni have gone on to work for the World Health Organization, the Center for Advancement of Global Health, the National Neuroscience Institute, the Leibniz Institute of Environmental Medicine, and many other prestigious employers.
Bachelor's Programme in Biomedicine
Campus Solna (HQ), Stockholm, Sweden
# 12QS Subject Rankings
36 monthsProgram duration
$540000/year Tuition fee(SEK)
YesScholarships
Program overview
Main Subject
Medicine
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Program overview
Main Subject
Medicine
Degree
Other
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Admission requirements
Exam Scores
Important Dates
Undergraduate
Proficiency in the English language can be documented by an internationally recognised test such as TOEFL, IELTS or other documentation that according to regulations certifies the equivalence of English 6/English B at Swedish upper secondary school.
Please read the information at universityadmissions.se on how to document your English language proficiency.
Tuition fee and scholarships
Tuition Fee
Scholarships
Domestic Students
International Students
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
Where to look for scholarship opportunities
How to apply to scholarships relevant to you
A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
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Bachelor’s degree in biomedicine
Stockholm’s Karolinska Institutet offers an undergraduate program exclusively in English: a bachelor of medical science with a major in biomedicine.
Lasting three years, the program will impart you with a comprehensive knowledge of biology and the human body, with an understanding of molecular processes causing disease and allergies.
Career opportunities
Graduating from the program, you would be prepared to pursue a career in research, clinical testing, management, or even marketing and communications within biomedicine or the life science industry. If you are interested in academia and research, you could also further your studies with a master’s degree in biomedicine or bioentrepreneurship and toxicology.
Admissions
Apply online here with your supporting documents, including your high school diploma and English test results. Once you do, your application will be checked and saved, and you will be notified of your results a few weeks later.
To be eligible for the bachelor’s degree in biomedicine, you would need:
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Bachelor's Programme in Biomedicine
Stockholm’s Karolinska Institutet (KI) specializes in medical and health sciences and enjoys a reputation for innovation and research in the field. KI is consistently ranked among the world’s top 10 medical universities.
The university offers master’s degrees with the following specializations:
Browse postgraduate course descriptions here.
Admissions
For the autumn 2021 intake application period is open from mid October 2020 to mid January 2021. Application is made online.
Careers
KI’s career service helps students find work opportunities. KI alumni have gone on to work for the World Health Organization, the Center for Advancement of Global Health, the National Neuroscience Institute, the Leibniz Institute of Environmental Medicine, and many other prestigious employers.Helpful links
FAQS about master’s programs at KI
Read about student life at KI
Scholarship opportunities
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