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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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SEP-25
3 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Full Time
SEP-25
3 Years
Biology is the science of life. Study for the accredited Biological Sciences BSc at Birmingham and you'll learn about animals, plants and microorganisms - their genetic make-up, their cellular structure and how they interact with the natural environment.The Biological Sciences BSc gives you flexibility to study the subject in its whole breadth or to specialise in genetics or zoology. You'll benefit from some of the country's best facilities and technology, being taught by experts in the field renowned the world over for their cutting-edge research.This programme has been accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Accredited degree programmes contain a solid academic foundation in biological knowledge and key skills, and prepare graduates to address the needs of employers.
Why study this course?- We increasingly incorporate
new areas of sciencerelating to biology, such as bioinformatics, and the School has major high-technology facilities for research in genomics, structural biology and optical imaging.-
Specialist field coursesfor those involved in the study of animals, plants and ecological aspects are also available.- We have a large and internationally recognised School of Biosciences offering expertise that is the foundation of our
research-led teaching.- We pride ourselves in our '
enquiry-based learning' strategy that will equip you with the skills to achieve full potential in your future career.
Exam type
A levelA level:
AAB Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
32 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
D*D*D Grades / Points required
To include A Level Biology/Human Biology and a second science: Chemistry, Mathematics (or Further Mathematics or Statistics), Physics, Geography, Geology, Psychology.Specified subjects excluded for entry: General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies, Applied Science, Communication and Culture, Critical Studies, Global Perspectives, Science in Society, Use of Maths and World Development.Minimum of five GCSEs to include Mathematics, English and double award science at grade 4/C.
Access to HE (Science) with sufficient Biology and Chemistry content is considered. Contact Admissions Team for details.
6, 6, 5 in Higher Level subjects plus 32 points overall. Higher Level subjects need to include the required subjects as defined for the A Level qualification.
BTEC National Extended Diploma D*D*D in Applied ScienceBTEC National Diploma D*D* in Applied Science or Forensic and Criminal Investigation and A Level grade B from Biology or Human BiologyBTEC National Extended Certificate D* in Applied Science, Applied Human Biology, or Applied Psychology and 2 A Levels with grades AB to include Biology or Human Biology.OrBTEC National Extended Certificate D* in any subject and 2 A Levels with grades AB, to include Biology or Human Biology and a second science subject.
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England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
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£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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