BSc Biological Sciences
Course overview
This BSc Biological Sciences at the University of Salford is a full-time, three-year course. It has been officially approved by the Royal Society of Biology. The programme helps you gain a deep understanding of life by studying different living things and the basic processes of biology. The course gives them both essential scientific knowledge and hands-on skills, preparing them well for jobs in laboratories or out in the field.
The way they learn strongly focuses on practical experience. They will get this by working in the modern Bodmer Laboratories and by going on residential field courses in places like Cumbria and Scotland. Students can choose to focus on specific areas like biotechnology or infectious diseases by selecting special modules. Their performance will be checked through hands-on practical work, exams, and a research project in their last year.
Entry requirements
Candidates should demonstrate a strong interest in the living world and a passion for science in their application, alongside a desire to develop skills in laboratory and fieldwork. A personal statement and academic references are required. There is an option to include an industrial placement year, for which the University's tutors will provide support in finding a suitable role.
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants need 104 - 112 UCAS Tariff points. Students must have a minimum of two complete A-Levels, including a grade of C in Biology.
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For GCSEs, they need English Language and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above.
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The University also accepts a Distinction, Merit (DMM) from a science-based BTEC National Diploma.
English Language Requirements:
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Applicants whose first language is not English will need to achieve an overall score of 6.0 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) academic test, with no element below 5.5.
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The University accepts a range of other equivalent English language qualifications. If they do not meet this standard, they could take a Pre-Sessional English course for entry onto the degree.
Scholarships
Global Gold Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,500; For postgraduate - £3,000
Global Silver Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,000; For postgraduate - £2,500
IFY Excellence Scholarship
For qualifying applicants, the IFY Excellence Scholarship is worth £2,500 for one year of study on the IFY programme starting from September 2026.
Up to £2,500
Career opportunities
Graduates of BSc Biological Sciences from the University of Salford are highly employable in roles that require strong scientific, laboratory, and transferable skills. Potential career fields include:
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Biomedicine and Biotechnology
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Scientific Research
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Conservation
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Pharmaceutical Industry
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Teaching
Cost of study
The full-time tuition fee for BSc Biological Sciences in the University of Salford is £18,120 per year. The tuition fee is subject to an annual increase.
Admission
To apply for BSc Biological Sciences in the University of Salford main admission route is through the UCAS system. We highly recommend that all applicants contact AHZ's trained counsellors for assistance with their application process.
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