Hi there, I'm Luna.
I'm a bit like an AI, except instead of making pictures of people with 16 fingers, I can help you find the perfect course and uni.
Would you like some help in your search?
Want to know what it's like to study this course at uni? We've got all the key info, from entry requirements to the modules on offer. If that all sounds good, why not check out reviews from real students or even book onto an upcoming open days?
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Sutton Bonington Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
Select a course option
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Sutton Bonington Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
Select a an exam type
Our courses blend theoretical knowledge with hands-on learning. You will be taught by academics who are at the forefront of research in their fields. You will gain practical animal handling experience including guinea pigs, sheep, hens and cows, with practical sessions and field trips.You can choose from four options:- Bioveterinary Science – examine the science behind animal health and disease- Physiology and Biotechnology – study animal structure and function, including stem cell and developmental biology- Livestock Production – investigate the science of farm animal nutrition, productivity and fertility- Ecology and Conservation – focus on the science, management and welfare of zoo and captive animalsYou do not have to decide which option to focus on until the end of your first year. Whichever option you choose, you can study modules from other options, and other areas of biosciences, including microbiology, nutrition and agriculture.You will study at Sutton Bonington Campus, home to the University Farm and Dairy Centre. The farm is commercially run, with facilities for research and teaching. Farm staff contribute to teaching.You can enhance your employability with an extra year abroad, on an industrial placement, or studying computer science.
Why choose this course?- University Farm - see scientific principles applied in practice - Study abroad - for a semester or an additional year- Enhance your CV - with an industrial placement, or a year studying computer science- 4th in the UK for agriculture and forestry- Ranked 7th in the UK for Animal Science and Agriculture Guardian University Guide 2024- Practical experience - gain practical animal handling experience with guinea pigs, sheep, rabbits, hens and cows- Field trips - we work with organisations such as The Stabiliser™ Cattle Company and the charity People's Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA)- Guest lectures - from industry experts - Internationally known - our Sutton Bonington Campus is known internationally for applied animal science research
Exam type
A levelA level:
BBC - BBB Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
BBBBB Grades / Points required
Scottish Advanced Higher:
BB Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
D:21,M:18,P:6 Grades / Points required
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:
M2,M2,M2 Grades / Points required
Extended Project:
A Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
28 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DM Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):
D Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DDM Grades / Points required
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):
B Grades / Points required
BBB including Biology, or BBC including Biology plus A in the EPQCitizenship Studies, Critical Thinking, General Studies, Science and Society and Leisure Studies are not accepted.
This qualification is only accepted in combination with two Scottish Advanced Highers at grades BB including Biology.
To include Biology. This qualification is only accepted in combination with five Scottish Highers at grades BBBBB.
This qualification will be considered where appropriate biology content is being studied.The requirement is 60 credits overall with 45 graded credits at Level 3. 21 credits must be achieved at Distinction; 18 credits at Merit (including 15 credits from Biology units) and 6 at Pass.
To include Biology.
Considered alongside grades BBC including Biology.
including Higher Level Biology 5.Alternatively, 555 in 3 Higher Level Certificates including Higher Level Biology.
This qualification will be considered alongside A Level grade B. Applications are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient biology has been studied.The required A Levels for mixed BTEC and A Level grade profiles depends on the science content studied in the BTEC.
This qualification will be considered alongside A Level grades B,C. Applications are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient biology has been studied.The required A Levels for mixed BTEC and A Level grade profiles depends on the science content studied in the BTEC.
Applications are considered on an individual basis to ensure sufficient biology has been studied.
This qualification - or the WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate - is accepted alongside Biology plus one other additional A level or equivalent.
Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.
£28,600 per year
Students from EU
This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£28,600 per year
Students from International
£28600 Per year
Check out our
Nottingham city guide
