Biological Sciences Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Biological Sciences Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Explore biology in all its forms – from microorganisms to mammals – without early specialisation. Gain laboratory and field skills, hands-on experience, and career-ready expertise for roles in ecosystem management, biotechnology and beyond.
Specialised facilities
Benefit from cutting-edge facilities, including glasshouses, electron microscopy, marine labs and interactive microscope tech, gaining hands-on experience in the latest biological tools.
Funded field trips
Enjoy free local or subsidised international field trips, a...
Explore biology in all its forms – from microorganisms to mammals – without early specialisation. Gain laboratory and field skills, hands-on experience, and career-ready expertise for roles in ecosystem management, biotechnology and beyond.
Specialised facilities
Benefit from cutting-edge facilities, including glasshouses, electron microscopy, marine labs and interactive microscope tech, gaining hands-on experience in the latest biological tools.
Funded field trips
Enjoy free local or subsidised international field trips, and fully funded international fieldwork in the second year - building skills, confidence and community without financial barriers.
Career-ready focus
Graduate career-ready with expert tutor support, hands-on training, and industry-relevant skills that bridge theory and practice. You'll be highly employable across a range of careers.
This course is for you if...
- you are excited about biology - from ecology and biodiversity to cell biology and physiology
- you're energised by fieldwork, eager to take learning beyond the lecture theatre and into real-world environments
- you’re adaptable and curious, eager to learn from pioneering researchers shaping global biological understanding
- you’re career-focused, aiming to graduate with the skills and experience to step confidently into the world of work or further study.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-21
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A29-H33
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
A level
104 UCAS points To include A level Biology grade C and preferably studying a second relevant subject (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science or Environmental Studies, Marine Science or Psychology
T Level
UCAS Tariff
To include A level Biology grade C and preferably studying a second relevant subject (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science or Environmental Studies, Marine Science or Psychology.
Scottish Higher
104 UCAS points to include Advanced Highers grade C in Biology and preferably studying a second relevant science (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science or Environmental Studies, Marine Science or Psychology
AS
Considered in combination
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Access, 45 at Level 3, 33 at Merit/Distinction to include 12 in Biology with Merit, remainder should be in science with Merit or above. Maths and English GCSE at C/4 or above.
Scottish Advanced Higher
104 UCAS points to include Advanced Highers Biology and preferably studying a second relevant science (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science or Environmental Studies, Marine Science or Psychology)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Extended Project
OK to consider points in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
to include 4 @ HL Biology and preferably be studying a second relevant science. (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science or Environmental Studies, Marine Science or Psychology) Maths and English accepted within
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Relevant science subject. Depending upon subject and modules within.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
OCR Certificate in Quantitative Reasoning (MEI) (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
OCR Certificate in Quantitative Problem Solving (MEI) (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
Pearson Edexcel Certificate in Mathematics in Context (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
WJEC Eduqas Certificate in Mathematics for Work and Life (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
City & Guilds Certificate in Using and Applying Mathematics (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
104 points including H3 in Biology and preferably studying a second science subjects (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Geology, Environmental Science or Environmental Studies, Marine Science or Psychology.
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