BSc Biological Sciences
Course overview
This BSc Biological Sciences at the University of Dundee is a 4-year programme that starts as a broad-based curriculum at Levels 1 and 2, which allows students to combine a wide range of topics before specialising in areas that interest them at Levels 3 and 4.
With the aspect of life sciences, it is important to understand key theories of biology, from the molecular level right up to full body systems and beyond. The first two years of study will explore core concepts like genetics, cell biology, biological organisation, molecular mechanisms and processes. Students will develop their practical skills, including laboratory skills, data analysis, and designing and running experiments. This will prepare students for carrying out projects later in your course.
Students can pick modules that interest them and graduate with a BSc (Hons) in Biological Sciences or choose a pathway in Bioinformatics or Plant Sciences to have these added to their degree title. The flexibility of courses also means students can transfer onto a different life sciences degree if they choose the relevant modules.
Entry requirements
Grade Requirements:
- UCAS Tariff: Not accepted
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
- International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: International students are required to score 28 points.
English language requirements:
- IELTS Academic: International students are required to score an overall of 6.0, Writing 6.0, Listening 5.5, Reading 5.5, Speaking 5.5
- TOEFL iBT: International students are required to score an overall 80, with Writing 19, Listening 17, Reading 18, and Speaking 20.
Scholarships
Alumni and Family Scholarship
Value: £1,500 - £3,000
Up to £1,500Alumni Scholarship
Value: £1,500 - £3,000
Up to £1,500Dow Memorial Trust Scholarship - Dentistry
Value - £2,000 - £2,500 per year.
Up to £2,000Dow Memorial Trust Scholarship - Medicine
Value: £2,000 - £2,500 per year.
Up to £2,000GEMS Scholarship
Value - £6,000 per year of study
Up to £6,000Global Excellence Scholarship Undergraduate
Value: £7,500 per year of study.
Up to £7,500Vice Chancellor's East Asia Undergraduate Scholarship
Value - £4,000
Up to £4,000
Career opportunities
Careers in biological sciences from the University of Dundee lead to opportunities such as:
- Environmental Scientist
- Ecologist
- Forensic Scientist
- Biological Technician
- Genetic Counselor
Cost of study
The tuition fee for international students studying BSc Biological Sciences at the University of Dundee is £28,200 per year. The tuition fee is subject to an annual increase.
Admission
To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors to find out more about this process.
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