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Biology BSc Hons

Biological Sciences and Biology at

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STUDY MODE

Full-Time

LENGTH

4 years course

LEARNING

On Campus

PLACEMENT YEAR

Yes

YEAR ABROAD

Not Available

FOUNDATION YEAR

Not Available

Biology BSc Hons

The course offers a broad and deep understanding of the scientific principles of the study of living systems and an introduction to the key issues associated with rapid advances in biotechnology, biomedicine

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How do I apply and how easy is it to get in?

What you will need to do

Apply by 31 Jan

What you won’t need to do

Audition for a Place
Attend an interview
Submit a portfolio
Pass an entry test

Points of entry for Biology BSc Hons

Year 1

Entry requirements for Biological Sciences and Biology at Northumbria University

Entry requirements are the formal requirements students need to meet to be considered for a place on a university course. But, each year many universities accept students with lower grades. The bar chart below shows the actual UCAS tariff points of students currently on this course.
112

Required subjects for Biology BSc Hons at Northumbria University

From a combination of acceptable Level 3 qualifications which may include: A-level, T Level, BTEC Diplomas/Extended Diplomas, Scottish and Irish Highers, Access to HE Diplomas, or the International Baccalaureate. Find out how many points your qualifications are worth by using the UCAS Tariff calculator: www.ucas.com/ucas/tariff-calculator Northumbria University is committed to supporting all individuals to achieve their ambitions. We have a range of schemes and alternative offers to make sure as many individuals as possible are given an opportunity to study at our University regardless of personal circumstances or background. To find out more, review our Northumbria Entry Requirement Essential Information page for further details www.northumbria.ac.uk/entryrequirementsinfo Subject Requirements: Grade B in A-level Biology, or a recognised equivalent GCSE Requirements: Applicants will need Maths and English Language at minimum grade 4/C, or an equivalent. Additional Requirements: There are no additional requirements for this course. International Qualifications: We welcome applicants with a range of qualifications which may not match those shown above. If you have qualifications from outside the UK, find out what you need by visiting www.northumbria.ac.uk/yourcountry English Language Requirements: International applicants should have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.0 with 5.5 in each component (or an approved equivalent*). *The university accepts a large number of UK and International Qualifications in place of IELTS. You can find details of acceptable tests and the required grades in our English Language section: www.northumbria.ac.uk/englishqualifications

UCAS points for current students on Biological Sciences and Biology at Northumbria University

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Asked for: 112 UCAS Tariff points

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member1177105
3rd February 23

Biology, BSc Hons FullTime

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29th July 23

Biochemistry, BSc Hons FullTime

Very educational and alot of hands on experience. read more

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member1177105
3rd February 23

Biology, BSc Hons FullTime

Always great to be in Newcastle read more

Value for Money
Teaching Quality
Personal Tutor
Course Content
Job Prospects
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