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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Gilmorehill (Main) Campus
Full Time
16-SEP-24
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Gilmorehill (Main) Campus
Full time
16-SEP-24
4 Years
Immunology is the study of the body’s defence (immune) system and how it protects from, and contributes to, disease.
This is one of the few programmes in the UK which offer an Honours degree focusing solely on immunology for two years (years 3 and 4).
Life Sciences at Glasgow
With hands-on experience and flexible degrees, studying at the School of Life Sciences challenges you to apply the theory of the classroom in practical situations, in the lab or the field. We offer an extremely wide range of courses in human and animal biology, biomolecular sciences, infection and immunity.
Our aim is to offer internationally competitive degrees that meet the needs of today’s science graduates. To achieve this aim, we utilise the research and teaching strengths of the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences to provide our graduates with the skills necessary for success in any chosen career.
We have a large and diverse student body, which includes Scottish, UK, EU and international students. We regularly welcome visiting and exchange students, and we believe in the many advantages our students gain from adding an international dimension to their studies.
Strengths of the school include:
CAREER PROSPECTS
Many graduates continue to postgraduate Masters or PhD studies, or enter medicine, dentistry or veterinary medicine. Research-based career destinations include universities and research institutes and industry, and clinical research and diagnostic work in hospital laboratories. Many go on to a career in other fields of science, such as infection biology, and cancer or cardiovascular research, or areas such as teaching, scientific journalism, business and the Civil Service.
CAREER OPTIONS
Exam type
A levelA level:
BBB - AAB Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
ABBB Grades / Points required
Scottish Advanced Higher:
AAAAA Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
32 - 36 Grades / Points required
The Standard Entry Requirements represent the range of grades required to be considered for an offer. If you are predicted grades below our standard range, we may still consider you for an offer. If this applies to you, we will advise you of our decision timing in your application acknowledgement. For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training) 6.5 with no sub-test under 6.0 and they are listed on our International Entry Requirements page.
SQA Higher Entry Requirements: ABBB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer; Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5; Typically offers will be made at AAAAA by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher; Additional requirements: Higher Biology or Chemistry. (A in either). SQA Higher Adjusted Entry Requirements (by end of S5 or S6): MD20: BBBB (also other target groups); MD40: AABB (ABB S5 minimum for consideration; Additional requirements: Higher Biology or Chemistry.
SQA Higher Entry Requirements: ABBB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer; Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5; Typically offers will be made at AAAAA by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher; Additional requirements: Higher Biology or Chemistry. (A in either). SQA Higher Adjusted Entry Requirements (by end of S5 or S6): MD20: BBBB (also other target groups); MD40: AABB (ABB S5 minimum for consideration; Additional requirements: Higher Biology or Chemistry.
The Standard Entry Requirements represent the range of IB points normally needed to be considered for an offer (subject to success in any interview and/or other admissions test that is required for that subject). If you are predicted points below our standard range, we may still consider you for an offer. If this applies to you, we will advise you of our decision timing in your application acknowledgement. Applicants must also meet any Additional Requirements listed (subject requirements / admissions tests / work experience / interviews / pre-entry programme) in order to be considered. For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level. International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training) 6.5 with no sub-test under 6.0 and they are listed on our International Entry Requirements page.
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 fee has been confirmed.
1,820 per year
Students from Scotland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
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£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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£30,240 per year
Students from EU
This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£30,240 per year
Students from International
This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
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