Biology BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Biology BSc (Hons)
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.
Course summary
• Train in state-of-the-art laboratories and our award-winning tissue cultures suite
• Work with biology experts to complete your own cutting-edge research
• Gain the coding skills you need to approach biological data
• Design real-world solutions such as sustainable manufacturing processes and ecological recovery
• Take an optional placement year and gain i...
<strong>Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.</strong><br/><br/><strong>Course summary</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Train in state-of-the-art laboratories and our award-winning tissue cultures suite<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Work with biology experts to complete your own cutting-edge research<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Gain the coding skills you need to approach biological data<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Design real-world solutions such as sustainable manufacturing processes and ecological recovery<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Take an optional placement year and gain invaluable practical experience within an industrial environment<br/><br/><br/><br/>Our BSc Biology course develops your knowledge and skills in biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, evolution, and animal, plant and microbial manipulation. You can adapt the degree to your interests, with a choice of modules in your third year. You can also transfer to the MSci route for a specialist year of research-intensive study. <br/><br/><strong>For full details of course modules, assessments, and teaching methods, please visit the course page on our website: https://www.shu.ac.uk/courses/Biosciences-and-chemistry/BSc-Honours-Biology/Full-time</strong>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C100
Institution Code
S21
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
112
120
From A levels (including at least 32 points in Biology) or equivalent BTEC national qualifications in Applied Science to include suitable Biology modules. We do not accept General Studies. We will consider a combination of qualification types. For example: BBB-BBC at A Level including grade C in Biology. DDM in BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science will be considered (please include units on application). BTEC Diploma in Applied Science D*D with relevant biology modules ( please include units on application) alongside other level 3 study. Merit overall from a T level qualification from T level Science: Laboratory Technician Pathway only. A combination of qualifications including relevant subject(s), which may include AS levels or EPQ.
Access to HE Diploma
D:15
Access - an Access to HE Diploma from a relevant QAA-recognised Access to HE course which has mainly biology and chemistry related modules, or an equivalent Access to HE certificate. Normally we require 15 credits at level 2 and 45 at level 3 of which at least 15 level 3 credits should be graded at distinction level.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English Language or Literature at grade C or 4 or equivalents. Maths at grade C or 4 or equivalents.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £18,000 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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