Why study BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences at BU?

  • Consolidate and progress your core knowledge and understanding of biological chemistry, cell biology, human physiology and evolutionary biology
  • Develop important practical laboratory and scientific skills that will form the basis of future successes in academic writing and experimental design
  • Define your pathway through the degree, with options to explore your chosen subjects in greater depth, developing your own project ideas and considering potential career paths. 100% of our graduates are either working or studying 15 months after graduating
  • Opt to complete a 30-week placement to gain experience and insights for your future career
  • You’ll develop and complete a defining dissertation project that will highlight your abilities and interests – ending the degree as an enthusiastic, knowledgeable and skilled biological scientist
  • We often collaborate with professional practitioners so that your work has immediate practical benefits as well as being an inspiring way to learn.

Find out more about the content of this course.

Why study a degree in Biological Sciences?

Your degree will be centred around developing the skills you need to work in professional practice, as well as equipping you with a variety of transferable skills that will give you a range of career options in Biotechnology, Environmental science, Forensic and biomedical research, and Education

Key information

Next start date:

September 2025, September 2026

Location:

Ƶ, Talbot Campus

Duration:

3 years full-time, or 4 years full-time with one placement year. Students enrolled on the foundation year complete an additional year at the start.

Required subjects:

All subjects considered

Entry requirements:

For September 2025 entry: 104 - 120 UCAS tariff points including a minimum of 2 A-levels or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma: DMM. If you do not meet the entry requirements for the course, you can opt to take a foundation year before progressing on to the full degree. Foundation year: 48-72 UCAS tariff points. For more information check out our fullentry requirements.

International entry requirements:

For September 2025 entry: If English is not your first language you'll need IELTS (Academic) 6.0with minimum 5.5 in each component, or equivalent.