BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences

Biological Sciences encompasses many aspects of the biosciences, from molecular biology through to whole organisms and ecosystems, and includes exploration of:
Biological diversity, systematics and conservation
Cell and tissue structure, function and physiology
Ecology and behaviour
Form and function of microorganisms, protists, fungi, plants and animals
Genetics and mechanisms and pathways of evolution

Students will gain core technical skills and subject specific practical laboratory- / field-based skills to help them investigate and manipulate biological material including relevant physical, chemical and biological measurements and their application in a laboratory, field, and research project setting. During the final year project students will have access to cutting-edge research facilities across the molecular and ecological disciplines. Additional skills achieved include: Collation, quantitative analysis and interpretation of experimental data, including problem-solving, communication and application of knowledge, the use of computers for data management and presentations, and the development of intellectual, personal and team skills for employment and further study.

A level requirements
BBB including Biology and at least one from Chemistry (preferred), Geography, Mathematics or Physics + GCSE Chemistry grade C4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4
OR
BBB including Double Award Applied Science or Double Award Life & Health Sciences + GCSE Biology and Chemistry grade C4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C or 4
OR
ABB including Biology + GCSE Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C4.
It would be an advantage to have studied Chemistry beyond GCSE level. International Baccalaureate Diploma
32 points overall including 6,5,5 at Higher Level including Biology and Chemistry (preferred) or Mathematics or Physics or Geography + GCSE Chemistry grade Cor 4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C4
OR
33 points overall including 6,5,5 at Higher Level including Biology + GCSE Chemistry grade C4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C4

If not offered at Higher Level GCSE then Standard Level grade 4 in Chemistry, English and Mathematics would be accepted.
BTEC Level 3 Extended National Extended Diploma
QCF Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma (180 credits), with DDD + GCSE Biology and Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C4.
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma (1080 Guided Learning Hours (GLH)), with DDD + GCSE Biology and Chemistry grade C4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC 4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C4
For the RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma, applicants must have Distinction grades in four specified units to include
Principles of Applied Science I
Principles of Applied Science II
and two from the following
Biological Molecules and Metabolic Pathways
Genetics and Genetic Engineering
Diseases and Infections
Microbiology and Microbiological Techniques
Extended National Extended Diploma must be relevant.
IELTS 6.5 minimum of 5.5 in all four elements of the test
TOEFL iBT 90 with minimum marks as follows- Listening - 17 Reading - 18 Speaking - 20 Writing - 17