Biological Sciences BSc (Hons) at University of Northampton

Programme overview

This course develops your understanding of how the biological sciences, the natural world and human activity interact. You'll gain a variety of laboratory and field skills, graduating ready for a career in research, conservation or the wider science sector.

Faculty: Faculty of Education, Arts, Science and Technology | Department: Biological Sciences | Duration: Full Time: 3 years; Full Time Foundation: 4 years; Part Time: 4 years | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September | Location: Northampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

A wide and diverse range biological aspects of science are explored throughout this degree programme. This Biological Sciences interdisciplinary degree provides you with the opportunity to develop a broad knowledge base in the first year of study before specialising in topics and disciplines in the second and third year. Modules include Introduction to Ecology, Lab and Field Skills, Diversity of Life: form and function, Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Introduction to Microbiology, Genetics and Molecular Biology, Fieldwork Module, Data Technologies, Techniques in Molecular Biology, Biogeography, Adaptations to Life on Land, in Water and Air, Terrestrial and Aquatic Ecosystems.

Career pathways

This Biological Sciences course will open up a range of career opportunities, including: Medicine Dentistry Paramedic Science Biomedical science Teaching Pharmaceutical Industry Food industry Environment / Conservation Information Technology Sales Public Health Health Service Admin Publishing and Media Think Tank/Policy Advising Research Further study eg MSc/MPhil/PhD

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Application information

Entry requirements

A typical offer for this biological sciences degree would be: BBC at A Level or DMM at BTEC/Cambridge Technical or Merit at T Level In addition, you are expected to have studied a natural science subject (preferably Biology or Human Biology but Chemistry and Physics are also accepted) in an A Level at grade C, or equivalent qualification such as International Baccalaureate. We welcome international applicants and applications from students with a range of non-traditional educational or professional qualifications, as well as applications from students with a mix of A levels and BTEC/Cambridge Technical qualifications. English language: IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands for study at undergraduate level If you are an International student and would like information on making an application, please see our How to Apply page.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 18,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time, new students Source

Intake: September

Duration: Full Time: 3 years; Full Time Foundation: 4 years; Part Time: 4 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.northampton.ac.uk/undergraduate/how-to-apply/

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