University of Kent

BSc Biology with a Foundation Year

University of Kent

Course overview

The four-year BSc Biology with a Foundation Year is an undergraduate programme designed for applicants who do not hold the required science qualifications for direct entry. The initial Foundation Year focuses on academic preparation, covering Foundations of Science and Scientific Methods, which builds the necessary confidence and knowledge for degree-level study.

Following the foundation stage, students progress onto the three years of the BSc Biology degree, exploring the science of life from cells to ecosystems. Teaching involves laboratory sessions and field work, developing professional skills. The full degree is also professionally recognised by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB).

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement, provide relevant information about their studies, and include an academic and/or employer reference, as well as a CV to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Candidates need 80 UCAS Tariff points at  A-Level, BTEC or equivalent including Biology.
  • Other International qualifications equivalent to an A-level are also accepted.

English Proficiency:

  • Candidates need an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS Academic test, with a minimum of 5.5 in all elements.
  • Other English language test scores, such as PTE Academic and TOEFL IBT, are accepted, amongst others.

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Christine and Ian Bolt Scholarship

    Scholarship value up to £10,000.

  • Kent Ambition to Succeed Scholarship

    Scholarship holders can expect to receive between £500-£2,000 for each year of study (pro-rata for part-time students), subject to satisfactory academic progress.

  • Kent Business School Beaconhouse PG Progression Scholarship

    Tuition fee discount scholarship of £6,000.

    Up to £6,000

  • Kent Business School Dean's Excellence Scholarship Award

    Awards of up to £3,000

  • Kent Business School MBA Scholarship

    50% off Tuition Fee.

    Up to 50% of fees

  • Kent Graduate Scholarship

    20% fee reduction for post-graduate taught programmes at the University of Kent.

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Kent International Scholarship for Undergraduates

    Scholarship value - £5,000

    Up to £5,000

  • Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught

    Scholarship value - £5000

    Up to £5,000

  • Kent International Scholarship Postgraduate Taught (KBS)

    Scholarship value £3000

    Up to £3,000

  • Kent LLM Solicitors’ Practice Scholarship (Canterbury)

    £2,000 tuition fee discount (Home Students); £2,000 tuition fee discount (Overseas Students).

    Up to £2,000

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Academic Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9, 790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Support Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Kingsman Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Widening Participation Scholarship

    £1,500 maintenance per annum for a maximum of 5 years.

    Up to £1,500

  • Music Performance Scholarship

    £1,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent.

    Up to £1,000

  • Sanctuary Scholarships

    Tuition fees waived for the duration of your programme of study, or until you are able to access other Student Finance funding.

  • Sasha Roberts Scholarship

    £3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.

    Up to £3,000

  • The “Ambition” Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates

    £1,500 for Full Time UK students; £750 per year for Part Time UK students; £3,000 for Full Time Overseas students.

  • The CAMEMS Scholarship

    £3,000 stipend per annum split into two payments of £1,500 in October and January.

    Up to £3,000

  • The Widening Participation Ambition Scholarship for University of Kent Graduates

    £5,000 for UK students (£2,500 per year for part time students).

Career opportunities

After completing the BSc Biology with a Foundation Year from the University of Kent, students can work as:

  • Biomedical Scientist
  • Research Scientists
  • Microbiologist
  • Environmental Consultant 
  • Teacher

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the BSc Biology with a Foundation Year programme at the University of Kent is £23,500, which is subject to change yearly. 

Admission

Candidates should submit their applications through the UCAS system or the university's application form. If you need further assistance with your application, reach out to our trained counsellors at AHZ.

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