Bristol,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc(Hons) Biological Sciences with Foundation Year in Bristol United Kingdom | University of the West of England
University of the West of England
|
Bristol United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
15,850
(c. USD21,124.56)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Studying the variety and intricacy of living creatures and biological systems deepens our comprehension of life in its many manifestations. Biologists play a crucial role in advancing human well-being and environmental protection. This field cultivates sharp analytical abilities, solution-finding techniques, and effective communication - skills that serve as excellent foundations for numerous professions. The BSc(Hons) Biological Sciences program focuses on applying biological knowledge to practical scenarios.
Through an immersive, experiential learning method, you'll gain ample chances to develop competencies in authentic settings. The curriculum provides multiple avenues for acquiring vital hands-on experience, including work placements, internships, field studies, and both domestic and international residential excursions. Opting for the sandwich course allows you to dedicate your third year to professional placement with leading organizations in pharmaceutical, healthcare, or research sectors, either locally, across Europe, or globally.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
Tariff points: 48
Contextual tariff: See our contextual offers page.
GCSE: Grade C/4 or above in English Language or Literature, Mathematics and Double Science, or equivalent. We do not accept Level 2 Key Skills, Functional Skills or Certificate in Adult Literacy and Numeracy as alternatives to GCSEs.
English Language Requirement: International and EU applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or approved equivalent*).
*The university accepts a large number of UK and International Qualifications in place of IELTS. You can find details of acceptable tests and the required grades you will need in our English Language section. Please visit our English language requirements page.
A-level subjects: A minimum of an AS in a Science subject.
Relevant subjects: Subjects that meet the Science requirement for this course: Applied Science, Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science/Studies, Geography, Geology, Maths. Use of Maths, Physics, Psychology, Science in the Environment, Statistics.
EDEXCEL (BTEC) Diploma: You'll need a minimum of three units in Science. You may be asked to do more based on the size of your units. Please list the units you are studying in your application. For further advice on acceptable units, please email us. For information on required Guided Learning Hours please see our minimum entry requirements page: https://www.uwe.ac.uk/courses/applying/undergraduate-applications/entry-requirements
Access: Level 3 credits in Science.
Baccalaureate IB: To include Science at Higher Level.
Irish Highers: A minimum of O4 in a Science subject.
T Levels: You must be studying Science. For further advice on acceptable subjects please email us.
TOEFL - Overall score of 80 or above, including a minimum of 17 in Listening and Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking, PTE - Overall score of 50 with at least 51 in each component (Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking).
Contextual tariff: See our contextual offers page.
GCSE: Grade C/4 or above in English Language or Literature, Mathematics and Double Science, or equivalent. We do not accept Level 2 Key Skills, Functional Skills or Certificate in Adult Literacy and Numeracy as alternatives to GCSEs.
English Language Requirement: International and EU applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or approved equivalent*).
*The university accepts a large number of UK and International Qualifications in place of IELTS. You can find details of acceptable tests and the required grades you will need in our English Language section. Please visit our English language requirements page.
A-level subjects: A minimum of an AS in a Science subject.
Relevant subjects: Subjects that meet the Science requirement for this course: Applied Science, Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science/Studies, Geography, Geology, Maths. Use of Maths, Physics, Psychology, Science in the Environment, Statistics.
EDEXCEL (BTEC) Diploma: You'll need a minimum of three units in Science. You may be asked to do more based on the size of your units. Please list the units you are studying in your application. For further advice on acceptable units, please email us. For information on required Guided Learning Hours please see our minimum entry requirements page: https://www.uwe.ac.uk/courses/applying/undergraduate-applications/entry-requirements
Access: Level 3 credits in Science.
Baccalaureate IB: To include Science at Higher Level.
Irish Highers: A minimum of O4 in a Science subject.
T Levels: You must be studying Science. For further advice on acceptable subjects please email us.
TOEFL - Overall score of 80 or above, including a minimum of 17 in Listening and Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking, PTE - Overall score of 50 with at least 51 in each component (Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking).
Tuition
GBP
15,850