Biology Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Biology Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Biology is the science of life itself, exploring the structure, function, growth, origin, evolution, and distribution of living organisms. The BSc (Hons) Biology degree at Lincoln covers a diverse range of subject areas while allowing students to develop their own specialisms. The course includes opportunities for overseas field work to study living organisms in their natural environments.
Students join a vibrant academic community in the Department of Life Sciences and can benefit from research-focused teaching by academics. There is an emphasis on practical work, with st...
Biology is the science of life itself, exploring the structure, function, growth, origin, evolution, and distribution of living organisms. The BSc (Hons) Biology degree at Lincoln covers a diverse range of subject areas while allowing students to develop their own specialisms. The course includes opportunities for overseas field work to study living organisms in their natural environments.
Students join a vibrant academic community in the Department of Life Sciences and can benefit from research-focused teaching by academics. There is an emphasis on practical work, with students conducting their own projects alongside academics and practising researchers.
Students can participate in a residential field trip in the UK, enabling them to study animals and plants in the wild. There is also an overseas field trip available in the final year as part of the optional 'Overseas Field Course' module.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-13
Campus
Lincoln (Main Site)
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A33-J30
Institution Code
L39
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
A level
T Level
T Level in Science accepted. Health or Health Science NOT accepted.
UCAS Tariff
104.0
112.0
From a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent qualifications. To include 40 UCAS Tariff points from A Level Biology or Chemistry or an equivalent qualification.
Scottish Higher
104 to 112 UCAS Tariff points to include 40 points from an Advanced Higher in Biology or Chemistry. A combination of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted.
Access to HE Diploma
104 to 112 UCAS points to be achieved from 45 Level 3 credits, including 15 credits in Biology or Chemistry.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Applicants will also need at least three GCSEs at grade 4 or above, which must include English, Maths and Science. Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may also be considered.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
To include a Higher Level 5 in Biology or Chemistry.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science accepted depending on modules studied. Please include these in your application or contact our Admissions team for further information (admissions@lincoln.ac.uk)
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| International, EU | £18,800 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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