Biological Sciences

About this programme

The foundation year of this programme provides students with non-standard entry qualifications, a thorough and supportive academic preparation for successful degree level study in the School of Biosciences . On successful completion of the foundation year, you will progress to Biological Sciences BSc. Our flexible BSc lets you tailor your degree to the areas of biological science you’re passionate about, linked to your career goals. You’ll then put your new skills and knowledge into practice in the lab and field. The foundation year to this degree is carefully designed to build your confidence in your abilities, develop essential academic and study skills, and provide the subject specific knowledge essential for success. You will study with the Lifelong Learning Team in the School of Education, where we have nearly forty years’ experience working with adult learners, helping them to unlock their potential to succeed at degree-level study. Over the course of your foundation year you will study a variety of modules that equate to the value of 120 credits. You can check the foundation year programme structure for more information on these modules. You will progress to the School of Biosciences after completing your foundation year, subject to meeting progression thresholds, which differ across courses and departments. These will be discussed with applicants at interview.