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UCAS CODE C100
**Overview**Are you excited by the natural world and want to be on the frontline of tackling issues like fighting disease, protecting endangered species, and combating food and water shortages?This accredited BSc (Hons) Biology degree course gives you the knowledge and skills to support your interest in living things.With it, you can build a career in education, research, scientific journalism or the biotechnology and environmental sectors. Youll also be eligible to apply for Associate
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**Overview**Are you excited by the natural world and want to be on the frontline of tackling issues like fighting disease, protecting endangered species, and combating food and water shortages?This accredited BSc (Hons) Biology degree course gives you the knowledge and skills to support your interest in living things.With it, you can build a career in education, research, scientific journalism or the biotechnology and environmental sectors. You'll also be eligible to apply for Associate Membership of the Society of Biology.**Accredited by:**This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.**What you'll experience**On this degree course, you'll:- Develop your knowledge and abilities by learning from internationally recognised scientists who are leading the way in their respective fields- Cover areas at the forefront of scientific endeavour, including biotechnology, ecology, cell biology and molecular biology- Put your knowledge to work in the lab, using world-class equipment and the latest technology- Specialise in subjects that interest you most, from marine and terrestrial biology, to molecular genetics- Develop problem-solving, communication and numeracy skills alongside technical skills- Explore the diversity of local ecosystems and go on field trips to UK and tropical destinations such as Lulworth Cove, Devon and Mexico- Have the chance to study abroad on a conservation or research scheme- Equipment you can use on this course includes:- Molecular biology instrumentation- Chemical analysis facilities for detecting pollutants- Fluorescence microscopes, scanning and transmission electron microscopes**Facilities you can use include:**- microbiology and embryology laboratories with high-tech imaging and gene analysis equipment- ancient DNA preparation and analysis laboratories- water quality laboratory- the European Xenopus Resource Centre- research greenhouse**Careers and opportunities**What can you do with a Biology degree?Completing this BSc (Hons) Biology degree course will open doors to further study and academic research. As a modern biologist, you can also put your degree to work in areas such as:- biotechnology- the food industry- science administration- biomedical research- environmental consultancy- teaching**What jobs can you do with a Biology degree?**Roles our graduates have taken on include:- research scientist- science technician- grant administrator- medical writer- biomedical sales specialist- ecological surveyorOur Careers and Employability service can help you find a job that puts your skills to work in the industry. We'll support you for up to 5 years after you graduate.
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Grades / Points required
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Grades / Points required
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120-128 Tariff points to include 3 A levels, with Biology at grade B. Applicants will normally need to pass the separate Science Practical Endorsement.
120-128 Tariff points, to include Biology at grade C.
120-128 points to include 3 A levels, or equivalent, with 40 points from A level Biology. Applicants will normally need to pass the separate Science Practical Endorsement.
122-128 Tariff points from the Access to HE Diploma (Science).
Cambridge Pre-U score of 50-54, to include a Principal Subject in Biology at M2.
5 GCSEs at grade C or above to include English, Mathematics and Science/5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above to include English, Mathematics and Science.
27 points from the IB Diploma, to include 3 Higher Level subjects, with 6 points from a Higher Level in Biology. 4 points from Standard Level English and Mathematics (if not passed at GCSE grade C or above).
To include Higher Level Biology at H3.
Acceptable when combined with other qualifications.
Acceptable when combined with other qualifications.
Must be in a Science subject.
Previous study
Previous study
The most common A-levels taken by students who end up studying this subject at uni.
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£9,250
per year
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This is the fee you pay if you live within England.
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£9,250
per year
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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland.
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£9,250
per year
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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales.
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£9,250
per year
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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland.
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£9,250
per year
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This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands.
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£9,250
per year
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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union.
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£16,400
per year
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This is the fee you pay if you are an International student.
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