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Biotechnology BSc Hons
Course overview
Biotechnology is where biology meets innovation. It’s the science of redesigning life at the molecular level. From modifying genes and engineering cells to creating solutions that
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8th February 24
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What you will need to do
Apply by 13 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 Biotechnology BSc Hons
Year 1
Entry requirements for Material Science and Technology and Biotechnology at University of Nottingham
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.
B,B,B
Required subjects for Biotechnology BSc Hons at University of Nottingham
BBB or ABC including B in Biology.
Alternatively, A*CC including A* in Biology.
UCAS points for current students on Material Science and Technology and Biotechnology at University of Nottingham
English language requirements
6
Additional details
(No less than 5.5 in any element)
As well as IELTS, we also accept other English language qualifications. This includes TOEFL iBT, Pearson PTE, GCSE, IB and O level English. Check our English language policies and equivalencies for further details: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/international-applicants/english-language/english-language-requirements.aspx
If you need support to meet the required level, you may be able to attend a Presessional English for Academic Purposes (PEAP) course (https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/cele/pre-sessional/index.aspx). Our Centre for English Language Education is accredited by the British Council for the teaching of English in the UK.
If you successfully complete your pre-sessional course to the required level, you can then progress to your degree course. This means that you won't need to retake IELTS or equivalent.
Please note: For pre-sessional English or one-year foundation courses, you must take IELTS for UKVI to meet visa regulations.
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How good is this course?
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Akuri0089
29th October 25
Biotechnology, BSc Hons FullTime
Really good, content and lecturers read more
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lukeC13
19th February 25
Biotechnology, BSc Hons FullTime
I’m not too sure about the job prospects of this course, I haven’t seen my personal tutor too many times however the actual course and content is great. read more
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member1099756
8th February 24
Biotechnology, BSc Hons FullTime
Amazing course, I really love it read more
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member636142
17th February 19
Biotechnology, BSc Hons FullTime
Didn’t enjoy my course as much in the first term but I’m loving it in the second term. My tutor is available anytime I need read more
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AdmiralFro
2nd June 18
Biotechnology, BSc Hons FullTime
Biotechnology at Nottingham brings together experts from the university's many areas of research and elsewhere to create a very interesting course. Module choice is extensive allowing specialisation in a particular area. A significant focus of the course is real world application of science and how to work outside of academia. read more
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Akuri0089
29th October 25
Biotechnology, BSc Hons FullTime
Really good, content and lecturers read more
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NAYANA SETTY
25th February 25
Biotechnology, Msci Hons FullTime
Good , good opportunities, amazing facilities. Actually am a PhD student in Bioscience in the above option its not displaying so please consider this read more
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lukeC13
19th February 25
Biotechnology, BSc Hons FullTime
I’m not too sure about the job prospects of this course, I haven’t seen my personal tutor too many times however the actual course and content is great. read more
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member12122489
28th October 24
Biotechnology, Msci Hons FullTime
This course taught me both industry skills and transferable skills! Academics are willing to support your learning read more
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member5107883
1st May 24
Biotechnology, Msci Hons FullTime
Love it … I m glad I took UON. Al though it’s my last week in UON I would have really loved to be a part of work cultural groups but due to a hectic schedule I couldn’t but no worries overall read more
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member1099756
8th February 24
Biotechnology, BSc Hons FullTime
Amazing course, I really love it read more
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member636142
17th February 19
Biotechnology, BSc Hons FullTime
Didn’t enjoy my course as much in the first term but I’m loving it in the second term. My tutor is available anytime I need read more
Value for Money
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AdmiralFro
2nd June 18
Biotechnology, BSc Hons FullTime
Biotechnology at Nottingham brings together experts from the university's many areas of research and elsewhere to create a very interesting course. Module choice is extensive allowing specialisation in a particular area. A significant focus of the course is real world application of science and how to work outside of academia. read more
Value for Money
Teaching Quality
Personal Tutor
Course Content
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