BSc Biology
Course overview
Edge Hill University BSc Biology is a three-year, full-time undergraduate program that is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology and aims to give all its students experience in different fields of biology, including cellular, molecular, genetic, as well as whole organism biology. The curriculum also incorporates significant laboratory practicals and fieldwork in different locations, with overseas field trips being a particularly distinct aspect of the course.
Learning is delivered by specialist staff whose study ensures that the materials are up to date and students’ progress is assessed through coursework, practical, and examination. The first year includes mandatory courses (such as Biology in Practice and Introduction to Cell Biology) and a selection of optional courses that enable students to start tailoring the subject of study to their interests.
Entry requirements
You need to submit a personal statement discussing your reasons for applying for the course and other relevant information regarding your studies. A relevant academic and/or employer reference is also needed. You also have the option to upload your CV along with your applications to demonstrate your work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants typically need 112–120 UCAS Tariff points, including BBC-BBB at A-Level or a Distinction, Merit, Merit (DMM) for a BTEC Extended Diploma, a T-Level (Merit), an International Baccalaureate (IB) or an Access to Higher Education Diploma.
- International students can submit A-level equivalents.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants whose first language is not English need an overall IELTS score of 6.0 and a minimum of 5.5 in all sections. Other equivalent test scores, like PTE, are also accepted.
Scholarships
Alumni Loyalty Scholarship
A £1,000 tuition fee discount will be automatically applied to international fee-paying students.
Up to £1,000Global Vice-Chancellor’s Award
We are delighted to offer the Global Vice-Chancellor’s Award, a scholarship worth £3,000 for international fee-paying students studying an eligible full-time undergraduate, postgraduate taught and postgraduate research degree
Up to £3,000Sports Scholarship for Applicants
Gold - up to £1,000; Silver - Up to £500; Bronze - Up to £250 per academic year.
Career opportunities
Graduates have gone into roles such as:
- Nature Conservationist
- Genetic Counsellor
- Researcher
- Medical Representative
- Pharmacological Scientist
- Ecological Consultant
Cost of study
The tuition fee for full-time international undergraduate students taking the BSc Biology at Edge Hill University is £17,000 per year.
Admission
You can submit your application for the Edge Hill University BSc Biology course through UCAS. Our trained counsellors are available to assist you through this process.
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