Mathematical Biology BSc (Hons) at University of Dundee

Programme overview

A BSc (Hons) in mathematical biology that applies mathematical principles to biological systems, with a first year split about two thirds life science modules. The course is certified by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications.

Faculty: Faculty of Science, Engineering, and Business | Duration: 4 or 3 years | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Dundee, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

You study geometry, algebra and calculus alongside biochemistry, genetics and bioinformatics, with lab skills such as PCR and protein purification and programming for mathematical and biological sciences. First-year modules include Core Skills in the Life Sciences 1A and 1B and The Building Blocks of Life.

Career pathways

Graduates can enter biotech industries, for example drug design or treatment regimes, and maths graduates from Dundee work as data analysts, actuaries, accountants, software developers, teachers, researchers and engineers. Dundee's Careers Service provides micro-placements, recruitment fairs and a dedicated subject careers adviser.

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Application information

Entry requirements

UK applicants: A-level standard CCC (widening access CCD); a second tier of BBC is also published. Essential subjects: A-level Mathematics plus Biology or Physics, and Chemistry at GCSE B/6. BTEC: relevant Extended Diploma MMM (second tier DMM) including GCSE Maths at 4/C. Highers/Advanced Highers: standard BBBC (widening access BBCC) ; second tier BB at Advanced Higher plus BB at Higher with Advanced Higher Mathematics. IB: 28 points including 5, 5, 4 at Higher Level (second tier 30 points). Essential subjects: Higher Level Mathematics plus Biology or Physics, and Chemistry at Ordinary Level 4. Ghana applicants: A-level CCC (second tier BBC) with Mathematics essential. Applicants with WAEC/NECO Senior School Certificate: at least 5 As and Bs with no grade below C, with Mathematics essential. English language for international applicants: IELTS Academic overall 6.0 (writing 6.0, listening 5.5, reading 5.5, speaking 5.5). UCAS equal consideration deadline 13 January 2027 (18:00 UK time).

International applicants: GBP 19,450 a year. Tuition fee per year of study before scholarships, shown for international applicants (2027 entry). Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 or 3 years

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