Explore life and the natural world through studying elements of animals (including humans), plants, genetics, microbiology, ecology and conservation.
Our course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, and has a strong focus on practical application. You'll spend time in our specialist labs, gaining hands-on experience in biological research from term one, year one.
Some of your learning will also take place in modern lecture theatres, and your studies will involve computer-aided learning and exciting fieldwork opportunities.
Placements in industry are available and our research-active academic staff ensure that teaching is informed by the latest research developments.
This course incorporates a personal research project into your final year, which you will tailor to suit your personal interests and aspirations under the guidance of our expert academics. Some students have even had their work published in scientific journals.
The integrated masters (MSci) version of this course provides you with additional research experience, preparing you for your future career or further postgraduate study.
Course Details - Modules
There are a range of optional modules to choose from in every year of the course. You'll study these alongside core modules.
In your first year, you'll study the biology of animals, plants and microbes and the biochemical, evolutionary and genetic processes that underlie their biology. The experimental approach forms a key component to the year, with modules teaching practical skills and the principles of experimental design and analysis.
In your second year, a major theme is health and disease in humans, other animals and plants. You'll learn about the genetic and developmental basis of disease, the fundamental biology of pathogens and parasites, and what happens when the nervous system doesn’t work properly.
In your third year you'll work on a year-long research project, alongside studying optional modules. This major practical project that allows you to undertake your own biological investigation. In addition, there are wide-ranging optional modules. The research project is a biological investigation to suit your personal interests and aspirations, taken under the guidance of our expert academics.
If you choose to study the integrated masters (MSci), you’ll complete a year-long research project in your fourth year. This could be lab- or literature-based.
For the most up-to-date module information and full details, please visit the course page on our website.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
C101
Institution code:
N84
Campus Name:
University Park Campus
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
Biology and a second science at A level.
Suitable second science subjects include: maths, further maths, chemistry, physics, geology, applied science, environmental science/studies, AQA use of maths, statistics, geography, psychology.
A pass is required in science practical tests, if assessed separately (waived for 2021/22 application cycle).
in combination with grades AA in Scottish Advanced Highers, to include Biology and a second science.
Suitable second science subjects include: maths, further maths, chemistry, physics, geology, applied science, environmental science/studies, AQA use of maths, statistics, geography, psychology.
45 level 3 credits overall. 30 level 3 credits at distinction of which 15 in biology and 15 in a second science.
If not taking 30 credits in science, then qualification will be considered on an individual basis.
Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification.
including Biology and a second science subject.
Suitable second science subjects include: maths, further maths, chemistry, physics, geology, applied science, environmental science/studies, AQA use of maths, statistics, geography, psychology.
Offers made in combination with grades AABBB in the Scottish Highers
Considered on an individual basis; you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification.
Acceptable in combination with one A-level .
6,6,5 at Higher Level including 5/6 in biology and another science subject at Higher Level.
Suitable second science subjects include: maths, further maths, chemistry, physics, geology, applied science, environmental science/studies, AQA use of maths, statistics, geography, psychology.
Considered on an individual basis; you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification.
BTEC National Extended Diploma in Animal Management is not acceptable for this course.
Acceptable in combination with two A-level science subjects, including Biology
Acceptable in combination with 2 science A-level qualifications, to include Biology.
Biology is one of the progression pathways for our Science with a Foundation Year course. Requirements for progression are:
Foundation Biological Science - 55%
Foundation Chemistry - 55%
Overall pass - 40%
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