University of Aberdeen

Biological Sciences

University of AberdeenAberdeen, United Kingdom

Course overview

Our programme focuses on both the molecular and organismal aspects of biology, bringing together practical lab and field based teaching with cell biology, genetics, evolutionary genomics, ecology and physiology. You will have the opportunity to specialise in your area of interest, choosing a focus in animal, plant or environmental science.

Key highlights

  • Covers both molecular and organismal aspects of biology
  • Practical teaching in laboratories and in the field
  • Modules in cell biology, genetics, evolutionary genomics and ecology
  • Physiology taught alongside molecular and ecological biology
  • Option to specialise in animal, plant or environmental science

Entry requirements

  • International Baccalaureate: 32 — to include including 5, 5, 5 at HL with at least two Mathematics/Science subjects

Scholarships

  • Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Undergraduate and PGDE

    Aberdeen Global Scholarship worth £6,000 for every year of their programme.

    Up to £6,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Laboratory technician
  • Research scientist
  • Ecologist
  • Environmental consultant
  • Conservation officer
  • Geneticist

Cost of study

UK/Home: £1,820 per year (Home/Scottish students); £9,790 per year (RUK students) | International: £24,800 per year

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 Aberdeen, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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