**Course Overview**
Our BSc Biology (Foundation Year) course will provide you with a sound foundation in basic science, equipping you with the skills and knowledge you need to progress to a full honours degree.
**Why study with us**
- We’ll provide you with an interesting and stimulating grounding in science. You’ll build up your confidence and become an independent learner.
- You’ll have the chance to go on an optional sandwich placement year and gain valuable industry experience.
- You’ll gain key practical skills in ...
**Course Overview**<br/><br/>Our BSc Biology (Foundation Year) course will provide you with a sound foundation in basic science, equipping you with the skills and knowledge you need to progress to a full honours degree. <br/><br/>**Why study with us**<br/><br/><br/>- We’ll provide you with an interesting and stimulating grounding in science. You’ll build up your confidence and become an independent learner. <br/><br/><br/>- You’ll have the chance to go on an optional sandwich placement year and gain valuable industry experience. <br/><br/><br/>- You’ll gain key practical skills in our modern, spacious and well-equipped laboratories. <br/><br/><br/>**What you’ll do** <br/><br/><br/>- You’ll take part in hands-on Biology and Chemistry laboratory sessions and Physics workshops. <br/><br/><br/>- Build your confidence through peer-to-peer learning and group work. <br/><br/><br/>- Use this foundation year as an opportunity to get to know other foundation students on different science-based degree programmes. <br/><br/><br/>**Future careers**<br/><br/>Biology graduates follow a wide range of careers related to bioscience such as research in the pharmaceutical industries, conservation and endangered species management, or science writing, education, outreach and communication.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C10C
Institution Code
C30
Points of Entry
Foundation
Scottish Higher64 UCAS points including Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Applied Science. Pass Science Practical if applicable Access to HE Diploma64 UCAS points including 15 level 3 credits in Biology or Chemistry International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammePass IB Diploma including 64 UCAS points from Higher Subjects, including HL Biology or Chemistry. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)64 UCAS points including Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Applied Science. Pass Science Practical if applicable GCSE/National 4/National 55 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above including Maths and English or equivalent. Equivalent qualifications are Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English or Level 3 Key Skills in Maths and Communication. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)ASNot Accepted OCR Cambridge Technical DiplomaOCR Cambridge Technical Extended DiplomaA level64 UCAS points including Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Applied Science. Pass Science Practical if applicable T Level |
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