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Biological Sciences (with placement year) BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Biological Sciences (with placement year) BSc (Hons)
Biological Sciences is an exciting and rapidly developing field, bringing together knowledge, ideas and techniques to allow us to expand our understanding of the human body and its interplay with the environment.
Our BSc Biological Sciences degree is designed to develop your understanding of the fundamental mechanisms underlying life and health in whole organisms.
During the Biological Sciences course, you will explore topics including genetics and molecular biology, biochemistry and metabolism, cell biology and regenerative medicine, human evolution, anatomy and p...
Biological Sciences is an exciting and rapidly developing field, bringing together knowledge, ideas and techniques to allow us to expand our understanding of the human body and its interplay with the environment.<br/><br/>Our BSc Biological Sciences degree is designed to develop your understanding of the fundamental mechanisms underlying life and health in whole organisms.<br/><br/>During the Biological Sciences course, you will explore topics including genetics and molecular biology, biochemistry and metabolism, cell biology and regenerative medicine, human evolution, anatomy and physiology, growth, development and ageing, as well as research methods.<br/><br/>You will also focus on the development of practical laboratory skills and benefit from teaching in STEMLab, the Universitys £17 million state-of-the-art facility, as well as other specialist laboratories.<br/><br/>Optional year-long professional placement opportunities are also available to help you develop essential skills and boost your employability, while international placements provide an opportunity to experience another country during your studies.
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Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
29/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
29 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C100
Institution Code
L79
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherNot Accepted Access to HE DiplomaConsidered on a case by case basis. Please contact Loughborough University directly. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme35 35 points with 6 6 5 at HL including HL Biology and one other Science or Maths at HL. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDD BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science: DDD. Preferred subject: Applied Science. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)We accept a wide range of international qualifications for entry as outlined on our website – please view the individual course typical offers on our website and choose Ireland in the Country/region drop down field for more information. GCSE/National 4/National 5GCSE Maths and English Language grade 4/C. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)D*D BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Applied Science: D*D plus A Level Biology at grade B. Preferred subject: Applied Science. Scottish Advanced HigherConsidered on a case by case basis. Please contact Loughborough University directly. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalThis qualification is accepted in combination with other qualifications. For details please contact Loughborough University. Extended ProjectWe recognise the benefit of the Extended Project in developing independent research and critical thinking skills. We would consider this as evidence of motivation to study a specific subject in more depth, and while we do not generally include it as part of our offer conditions, it may be used to further consider an application upon receipt of final examination results. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/ A levelA,A,B AAB including Biology and one other science or Maths * Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, Geology, Psychology and Environmental Science are all considered sciences for the purposes of admission and although PE is accepted as a third A-level, it is not a science for the purpose of admission. T LevelFor 2025 entry, the following T Levels are currently being considered on a case by case basis. More information can be found on our website at https://www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/ Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)Applicants taking the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma will be asked to achieve the A level requirements for their course as part of their qualification. The Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted alongside two A levels providing individual course entry and subject requirements are met. www.lboro.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/ |
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £28,600 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
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