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Foundation Year in Life Sciences CertHE at University of Dundee

University of Dundee, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Foundation Year in Life Sciences CertHE prepares students for a university degree and gives access to degrees in Biochemistry, Biological or Biomedical science. It suits applicants who do not have the qualifications needed for a science degree.

Faculty: Faculty of Life Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

A one-year foundation programme in the life sciences that leads into the 3-year Honours degree in Life Sciences on successful completion.

Career pathways

Successful students move on to the 3-year Honours degree in Life Sciences.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level DDE, essential subject A-level Chemistry or Biology plus GCSE Chemistry, Biology and Maths. BTEC Level 3: MPP. IB diploma: Higher Level 4, 4, 3 with 4 in Higher Level Chemistry or Biology. English language (international applicants): IELTS Academic overall 6.0 with 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in each of listening, reading and speaking.

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year

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