Biological Sciences BSc (Hons)
University of Dundee
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Start date

16-SEP-24

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4 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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16-SEP-24

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4 Years

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This course starts as a broad-based curriculum at Levels 1 and 2, which allows you to combine a wide range of topics before specialising in areas that interest you at Levels 3 and 4.With any aspect of life sciences, it’s important to understand key theories of biology, from molecular level right up to full body systems and beyond. Your first two years of study will explore core concepts like genetics, cell biology, biological organisation, molecular mechanisms and processes.You will develop ...Read more

This course starts as a broad-based curriculum at Levels 1 and 2, which allows you to combine a wide range of topics before specialising in areas that interest you at Levels 3 and 4.With any aspect of life sciences, it’s important to understand key theories of biology, from molecular level right up to full body systems and beyond. Your first two years of study will explore core concepts like genetics, cell biology, biological organisation, molecular mechanisms and processes.You will develop your practical skills, including laboratory skills, data analysis, and designing and running experiments. This will prepare you for carrying out projects later in your course.You can pick modules that interest you and graduate with BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences, or choose a pathway – Bioinformatics or Plant Sciences – to have these added to your degree title. The flexibility of our courses also means you can transfer on to a different life sciences degree if you choose the relevant modules.Our course curriculum is shaped by the work of our world-leading researchers to make sure you’re learning the latest advances, as well as gaining an understanding of the fundamentals of the field.Lab sessions throughout your degree will help you integrate knowledge and practical skills, as well as develop strong transferable skills, both in and out of the lab.

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WUSCA ranking
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58/81
CUG Subject Ranking
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13th
CUG Ranking
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58th
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Drop-out rate
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0%
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80%
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Biology (Non-Specific) graduate salary at this uni
£18,000
UK Biology (Non-Specific) graduate salary
£19,000
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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BBB - AAA Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

BBCC - BBBB Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

30 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDM Grades / Points required

Scottish HNC:

Pass Grades / Points required

Scottish HND:

Pass Grades / Points required

Including biology and chemistry, plus GCSE mathematics at B/6.

Including Higher biology and chemistry at grade B, plus National 5 mathematics at B.

"IB Diploma at Higher Level grades 5, 5, 5 to include biology and chemistry, plus Standard Level mathematics at grade 5.A combination of IB Certificate plus other qualifications, such as A-Levels, Advanced Placement Tests or the International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP), will also be considered."

A relevant BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma with DDM, plus GCSE mathematics at B/6.

A relevant HNC with B in the Graded Unit and appropriate science units, plus National 5 Maths at B or equivalent.

A relevant HND with AA in the Graded Units and appropriate science units, plus National 5 Maths at B or equivalent

Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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£1,820 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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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

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Students from Channel Islands

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£23,100 per year

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Students from EU

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£23,100 per year

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University of Dundee
Nethergate Dundee Dundee, City Of DD1 4HN United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Dundee  0.2 miles away

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