BSc Life Sciences with International Study at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Study overseas for a year to improve your employability through our four-year course. Study topics ranging from biochemistry and genetics to molecular biology and the history of medicine. Choose from a wide range of course units in your first year to help you decide which area to specialise in.

Faculty: Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health | Duration: 4 | 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: biochemistry genetics molecular biology Year 1 also introduces the essential data handling and laboratory skills required for all biological scientists.

Career pathways

Around one-third of graduates work in scientific research and development, which may require significant postgraduate study, usually a PhD. The rest of our graduates go into a diverse range of careers, including teaching or communicating science, as well as careers unrelated to biological sciences including management, finance, marketing and the civil service.

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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

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

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