BSc Physiological Science at University of Bristol

Programme overview

You will explore all the major mammalian body systems from a molecular level up to whole body responses. In the first year, you will learn the physiology of how the body works, system by system, including an in-depth exploration of the cardiovascular, respiratory and nervous systems. This equips you to undertake an integrated approach to physiology in your second year, such as understanding the demands of exercise and how we form memories.

Career pathways

Many of our graduates enter careers for which physiological science is of direct relevance, including basic and clinical research, graduate medical, veterinary or dental courses, and applied scientific or pharmaceutical careers. Others enter teaching or a variety of careers that do not need physiological skills specifically, but for which physiology provides excellent general education, for example in industry, accountancy, administration or management.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level standard offer: AAB including two core science/mathematics subjects. Core science/mathematics subjects include: Biology (or Human Biology), Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics (or Further Mathematics), Psychology, Physical Education. A-level contextual offer: BBB including two core science/mathematics subjects. Core science/mathematics subjects include: Biology (or Human Biology), Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics (or Further Mathematics), Psychology, Physical Education. BTEC: DDD in Applied Science. IB Diploma: 34 points overall with 17 at Higher Level, including 6, 5 at Higher Level in two of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations), Psychology. Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers: Advanced Higher: AB in two of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Mathematics of Mechanics or Psychology, and Higher: AAABB. GCSE: No specific subjects required. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in all skills (or equivalent). Apply through UCAS (course code B120).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for 2027 entry; subject to annual review. Source

International applicants: GBP 34,700 a year (2027/28). First-year tuition fee for 2027 entry; subject to annual review. Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/

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