Biology
University of South WalesPontypridd, United Kingdom
Course overview
Explore biology in its widest sense with a degree that combines hands-on learning through lab work and field trips with theory.
Key highlights
- Covers biology in its widest sense
- Hands-on learning through laboratory work
- Field trips form part of the learning
- Combines practical experience with biological theory
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 96 — UCAS points: 96 (or above); Entry Requirements; International Students; Contextual offers; Ask a question
- BTEC: MMM — to include in a relevant subject which must include; BTEC Extended Diploma
- T-level: Pass — T Level: P Additional requirements include: The University normally requires a minimum 5 GCSEs including Mathematics and English at Grade C/Grade 4 or above, or their equivalent but consideration is given to individual c…
- Access to HE Diploma: Pass — Pass
- Welsh Baccalaureate — Grade C and CC
- GCSE: C/4 or above — to include Mathematics, English
- A-level: CCC — to include to include Biology but to exclude
- A-level: CC — to include to include Biology but to exclude General
Scholarships
Chancellors International Development Scholarships
International Development Scholarships of £2,500 are available for students from the regions, for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Up to £2,500Course Kit Bursaries
We are offering course kit bursaries to students in their first year of study to support with course costs.
International Office Scholarship
Undergraduate (including top-ups): upto £1,500. Postgraduate: upto £2,000.
Undergraduate Sanctuary Scholarship
USW Scholarship £1000
The University of South Wales is offering scholarships worth £1,000 to first year students who wish to study at least 40 credits through the medium of Welsh.
Up to £1,000USW Scholarship £250
The University of South Wales offers scholarships worth £250 to students at levels 4-7 who wish to study at least 5 credits through the medium of Welsh.
Up to £250USW Summer School
Please contact the provider.
Careers this course leads to
- Biologist
- Laboratory Technician
- Ecologist
- Research Assistant
- Environmental Consultant
- Science Teacher
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 | International: £17,200
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of South Wales, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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