Course Overview

As the knowledge base in the biological sciences grows and becomes relevant to so many other physical and social sciences and subjects, the ability to think broadly about biology and to apply your knowledge across the boundaries of traditional disciplines is a valuable and powerful asset in both scientific environments and in many other walks of life. This is the most flexible of all our biological sciences degrees. Packed with exciting subjects and transferable employability skills, you will get the top choice of topics in Years 2 and 3. This means that you can learn about the molecular and cellular mechanisms that underlie the full range of biological sciences or focus on just the parts you develop a passion for; you can even see these mechanisms in action on field trips. Researchers and employers value the analytical and critical skills you acquire by studying Biological Sciences in non-scientific fields.

General Eligibility

A-levels: AAB - ABB, including at least two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. We may consider two AS-levels in place of one A-level. General Studies not accepted.

EPQ with A-levels: ABB-BBB + EPQ grade B. A-level subjects to include two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. General Studies not accepted.

GCSE: Grade C/4 in English and Maths (if not held at A2/AS-level).

Access to HE Diploma: Pass Science diploma with 45 credits at level three, 30 of which must be at distinction

International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 30 points to include grades 6 and 5 in at least two relevant HL science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. A minimum of 3 in HL Maths or 4 in SL Maths is required if a grade of C/4 is not held at GCSE. A minimum of 4 in the English Language is necessary if a degree of C/4 is not held at GCSE.

BTEC Nationals: Pass Applied Science Diploma with D*DD plus five GCSEs at B/5 or above, including two relevant sciences

T Levels: Distinction in Science (with an Occupational Specialism in Laboratory technician)

Part Time Work Details

Twenty hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to prove your English ability. If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard.