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This program provides a comprehensive overview of contemporary biology and chemistry. You'll develop essential scientific competencies such as laboratory techniques, analytical reasoning, data interpretation, and effective communication. Alongside core curriculum, you can select elective courses tailored to your interests, ranging from Astronomy to English Literature. Popular options include: Emerging Trends in Life Sciences, Mathematics, Physics, Critical Analysis, Philosophy, Psychology, and numerous other disciplines.
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 Chemistry at A.
SQA Higher adjusted entry requirements* (by end of S5 or S6)
MD20: BBBB (also other target groups*)
MD40: AABB*
Additional requirements: Higher Chemistry. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools.
Direct entry to Year 2 via University of Glasgow HNC programmes*
 
A-level standard entry requirements
AAB – BBB
Additional requirements: A-level Chemistry.
IB standard entry requirements
34 (6,5,5)
Additional requirements: HL Chemistry.
Advanced entry requirements for Biochemistry
SQA Higher advanced entry requirements
Advanced Highers – AAA including Biology and Chemistry attained in one exam year and at the first attempt.
A-level advanced entry requirements
Three A-levels at grades A*AA which include Biology and Chemistry attained in one exam year and at the first attempt.
IB advanced entry requirements
38 points with three Higher Level subjects at 6,6,6 including Biology and Chemistry attained in one exam year and at the first attempt.
Choose point of entry 2nd year on your UCAS application to indicate you wish to be considered for advanced entry.