Biological Sciences with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Biological Sciences with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
Looking for an alternative route into biology degrees? This foundation year, taught by University academics, builds your knowledge, confidence and study skills – preparing you to succeed and progress onto any biology degree.
Specialised facilities
Benefit from cutting-edge facilities, including glasshouses, electron microscopy, marine labs and interactive microscope tech, gaining hands-on experience in the latest biological tools.
Funded field trips
Enjoy free local or subsidised international field trips, and fully funded ...
Looking for an alternative route into biology degrees? This foundation year, taught by University academics, builds your knowledge, confidence and study skills – preparing you to succeed and progress onto any biology degree.<br/><br/><strong>Specialised facilities</strong><br/>Benefit from cutting-edge facilities, including glasshouses, electron microscopy, marine labs and interactive microscope tech, gaining hands-on experience in the latest biological tools.<br/><br/><strong>Funded field trips</strong><br/>Enjoy free local or subsidised international field trips, and fully funded international fieldwork in the second year - building skills, confidence and community without financial barriers.<br/><br/><strong>Career-ready focus</strong><br/>Graduate career-ready with expert tutor support, hands-on training, and industry-relevant skills that bridge theory and practice. Youll be highly employable across a range of careers.<br/><br/><strong>This course is for you if...</strong><br/>- you are excited about biology – from ecology and biodiversity to cell biology and physiology<br/><br/><br/>- youre energised by fieldwork, eager to take learning beyond the lecture theatre and into real-world environments<br/><br/><br/>- you’re adaptable and curious, eager to learn from pioneering researchers shaping global biological understanding<br/><br/><br/>- you’re career-focused, aiming to graduate with the skills and experience to step confidently into the world of work or further study<br/>
Course Information
2 options available
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C102
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
32
Minimum 2 A Levels to include a Grade E in a relevant science subject: Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Geography, Geology, Psychology, Environmental, Marine Science, Science in the Society.
Scottish Higher
Accepted in combination
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Science based Access course
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
24
to include H3 in a Higher Level science related subject. Maths and English accepted within.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
PPP
In a relevant science subject
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MP
In a relevant science subject
Extended Project
Accepted in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
M,M
In a relevant science subject
AQA Certificate in Mathematical Studies (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
OCR Certificate in Quantitative Reasoning (MEI) (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
OCR Certificate in Quantitative Problem Solving (MEI) (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
Pearson Edexcel Certificate in Mathematics in Context (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
WJEC Eduqas Certificate in Mathematics for Work and Life (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
City & Guilds Certificate in Using and Applying Mathematics (Core Maths)
Considered in combination
A level
32 Points - Minimum 2 A Levels to include a Grade E in a relevant science subject: Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Geography, Geology, Psychology, Environmental, Marine Science, Science in the Society, Health & Social Care.
T Level
P
Pass - Science pathway, plus GCSE Maths grade 4/C or above.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
C
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
C
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
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