Biological Sciences with Integrated Foundation Year BSc (Hons)

A Brighton Biological Sciences degree prepares you for careers in areas such as biomedical research, biotechnology, environmental monitoring, pharmaceuticals, conservation and science communication.

At Brighton you’ll be part of a community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. This course offers an extra year to prepare you for study at degree level; choosing the integrated foundation year ensures that you’ll have the skills, knowledge and confidence to make the most of your degree. 

You’ll have loads of opportunities to build real-world experience, including a paid placement after year two and opportunities to take a funded research internship, so you’ll build confidence and career skills from day one. Our inclusive approach to learning will help you go further; we’ll make sure you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best.

Brighton graduates go on to work for organisations such as the NHS, Public Health England, pharmaceutical companies, environmental consultancies and research institutions in the UK and overseas.

Top reasons to choose this course
• Explore the science of living systems – from molecular and cellular biology to ecosystems and conservation.



• Progress to a degree accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, giving you confidence in its professional relevance.



• Develop skills in laboratory techniques, data analysis, molecular biology, genetics, microbiology and ecology.



• Learn with specialist facilities including molecular biology labs, microbiology suites, and genomics and proteomics analysis equipment.



• Build your CV with an optional paid placement year, research internships and industry-linked projects.



• Access funded opportunities such as the Brighton Student Research Experience Scheme (SRES).



• Contribute to research in areas such as regenerative medicine, biodiversity conservation, microbiology and environmental sustainability.



- 100% of our research impact in allied health professions, dentistry, nursing and pharmacy is assessed as ‘outstanding’ or ‘very considerable’ – Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021.


Why Brighton is a great place to study Biological Sciences
Brighton & Hove is a coastal city surrounded by the South Downs National Park, giving you easy access to marine, freshwater and terrestrial field sites.

Named one of the best cities on the planet and the third best city in the UK by Time Out, Brighton connects you with leading hospitals, research centres – including the Sussex Cancer Centre – and environmental organisations, so your degree offers really interesting placement and job opportunities.

At Brighton, you'll study in a way that prepares you for your future. Through practical, hands-on learning, you'll graduate with confidence to kick-start your career. Work experience is guaranteed through placements on every course, and other opportunities like study abroad and working on real-world projects will make your CV stand out. Almost 9 out of 10 of Brighton’s UK graduates are working or studying just 15 months after finishing their course (Graduate Outcomes, 2025). And you'll be supported throughout, with Brighton's lifelong career support.

Brighton is a place where everyone belongs, and has been rated one of the most inclusive cities in the world (TimeOut 2025). The music and arts scene is up-and-coming, and the city hosts a full schedule of entertainment and events year-round. In fact, it's the number one creative city in the UK, making it a great place to live and study.

The University of Brighton doesn't just want you to succeed, but to feel good too! From their flexible admissions process to academic and wellbeing support networks, Brighton will help you smoothly transition to university. You’ll be invited to Belong at Brighton events to ensure you have the best start to university. You might also be eligible for elements of their award-winning Brighton Boost support package, including help with the cost of halls, travel, equipment and more - head to their website to see what you could get.

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