BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences (with Foundation Year option)

Develop biological knowledge and practical skills to address some of the world's most pressing issues. Explore the fundamentals of life on Earth, from genes to ecosystems, and how to make positive changes in individuals, societies, and global environments. Consolidate and expand your understanding of biological chemistry, cell biology, human physiology, and evolutionary biology. Develop critical laboratory and scientific skills that will serve as the foundation for future success in academic writing and experimental design.
Define your path through the degree, with options to delve deeper into your chosen subjects, develop your project ideas, and consider potential career paths.
15 months after graduation, 90% of our graduates are either working or studying.
Choose a 30-week placement to gain valuable experience and insights for your future career.

Foundation year: For UK students who do not meet the entry requirements for the degree course, we offer a foundation year. This extra year of study will provide you with a solid foundation in the scientific skills required for Biological Sciences and boost your confidence, knowledge, and skills for further study. You will progress to the full degree after completing the foundation year.

Why study a degree in Biological Sciences?

Your degree will be centered around developing the skills you need to work in professional practice, as well as equipping you with a variety of transferable skills that will give you a range of career options in Biotechnology, Environmental science, Forensic and biomedical research, and Education.

• 104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. If you do not meet the entry requirements for the course, you can opt to take a foundation year before progressing on to the full degree.

• Foundation year:

   

  48-72 UCAS tariff points.

• If English is not your first language you'll need IELTS (Academ

  ic) 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or equivalent. 

Our graduates work for a variety of organizations, including the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, the National Health Service, Sigma Aldrich, and the Pacific Islands Conservation Initiative. After 15 months, 90% of our graduates are either working or studying. Your degree will focus on developing the skills required to work in professional practice, as well as providing you with a variety of transferable skills that will allow you to pursue a variety of career options.
Our staff members have extensive research, educational, and consulting experience, and are thus well-positioned to ensure that you are ready for the world of work once you graduate.