Biological Sciences (GCU Pathways) BSc (Hons)
Glasgow Caledonian University
Student rating
This is the overall rating calculated by averaging all live reviews for this uni on Whatuni.
( 4.1) View reviews

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?

Different course options
academic-cap
Qualification

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

location-pin
Location

Main Site

beaker
Study mode

Full Time

calendar
Start date

AUG-25

time
Duration

4 Years

Course info

Select a course option


Qualification

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

Location

Main Site

Study mode

Full Time

Start date

AUG-25

Duration

4 Years

SELECTED

Subjects

Select a subject


Biological Sciences
SELECTED

Exam type

Select a an exam type


Scottish Higher
SELECTED

Location

Select student location


Scotland
SELECTED

Course info

**THIS PROGRAMME IS AVAILABLE TO SCOTTISH-DOMICILED APPLICANTS ONLY**Pathway students enrol on the undergraduate BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences at Glasgow Caledonian University. In the first two years, they study HND Applied Biological Sciences at Glasgow Kelvin College while preparing for Level 3 and 4 the degree at GCU. Students who successfully pass their HND Applied Biological Sciences programme with Graded Units of AB, can progress to Level 3 of the BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences.Recent ...Read more


THIS PROGRAMME IS AVAILABLE TO SCOTTISH-DOMICILED APPLICANTS ONLY

Pathway students enrol on the undergraduate BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences at Glasgow Caledonian University. In the first two years, they study HND Applied Biological Sciences at Glasgow Kelvin College while preparing for Level 3 and 4 the degree at GCU. Students who successfully pass their HND Applied Biological Sciences programme with Graded Units of AB, can progress to Level 3 of the BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences.Recent advances in the field of biological sciences have revolutionised the way we understand and treat disease. Stem cell and novel cell-based therapies and personalised medicine are increasingly in the headlines and Biological Scientists are leading the way in developing these powerful new therapeutic options.The Biological Sciences course at Glasgow Caledonian University (GCU) has a strong focus on human disease and aims to help you understand these events, and demonstrate how therapies that may correct or prevent the diseased state are developed.

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2024 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
78/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
67th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
75th
What students say
A
A
02 Mar 23
L
Lucy
27 Feb 23

Modules

Module Options
IDP Connect

Entry requirements

Exam type

Scottish Higher

Scottish Higher:

BB Grades / Points required

plus two sciences at Nat 5 grade C or above

Tuition fees

Students living in

Scotland

£1,820 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

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.

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.

UCAS/IDP Connect

Latest reviews

Latest Biology (General) reviews

Biology (General)
Biology (General)
Review breakdown
University rating
University rating
Students' union
Societies and Sports
University halls
Facilities
Lecturers and teaching quality
Local life
Career prospects
Student support
Location
Campus look and feel
Student life
Course rating
Course content
Work placements and internships
Tutor contact time
Subject facilities
University location
Cost of living
Safety
Public transport
Part-time work opportunities
Graduate employment opportunities
Diversity
Location
Safety
Room allocation
Internet/wifi
Value for money
Property management

How Biology (General) students rated:

Student rating
( 3.7) 16 reviews
5 star
13%
4 stars
50%
3 stars
31%
2 stars
6%
1 star
0%

How all students rated:

Student rating
( 4.1) 1,471 reviews
5 star
34%
4 stars
50%
3 stars
14%
2 stars
2%
1 star
0%
Search reviews that mention

Uni info

Glasgow Caledonian University
Cowcaddens Road Glasgow Glasgow, City Of G4 0BA United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Glasgow Queen Street  0.1 miles away
Thinking of studying in Glasgow?

Check out our

Glasgow city guide

Find a course

  • Undergraduate
  • HND / HNC
  • Foundation degree
  • Access & foundation
  • Postgraduate