BSc Biology with International Study at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Study overseas for a year to improve your employability through our four-year course. Delve into the subjects that interest you, from bacteria to plants and animals, and from the molecular level to whole ecosystems. Be introduced to a wide range of biological sciences topics in Year 1, before choosing more specialist course units in later years.

Faculty: Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health | Duration: 4 years | Study mode: full-time (includes year abroad) | Intake: 2027 entry | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will gain a broad introduction to biological sciences, covering key concepts such as: biodiversity and evolution biochemistry and cell biology genetics and molecular biology. You can choose to go on a field course in the UK or abroad. Year 1 compulsory units include Academic Tutorials Year 1, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, From Molecules to Cells, Introduction to Laboratory Science, Biodiversity.

Career pathways

Our graduates go into a wide range of sectors. Around one-third of graduates work in scientific research and development, which may require significant postgraduate study, usually a PhD.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level: AAB, including two of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics (the Core Sciences). International Baccalaureate: 35 points overall with 6, 6, 5 in higher level subjects, including two science subjects, normally Biology and Chemistry. GCSE: Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including acceptable levels of literacy and numeracy, equivalent to at least Grade 4 or C in GCSE/IGCSE English Language and Mathematics. English language: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.5 in any component.

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/

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