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BSc (Hons) Biosciences at University of Plymouth

University of Plymouth, United Kingdom

Programme overview

BSc (Hons) Biosciences is a one-year top-up course for foundation degree graduates, covering molecular biology, biochemistry, conservation and microbiology with a dedicated research project.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering  |  Department: School of Biological and Marine Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

SoBMS Project plus optional modules including Plant Biotechnology, Global Change Biology, Ecotoxicology, Animal Nutrition, Pharmacology and Natural Products, Aquatic Microbial Ecology, Advanced Behaviour Analysis Techniques, Advanced Bioinformatics and Phylogenetics, and Biodiversity Conservation. An optional placement year in research or industry can be taken before the course.

Career pathways

Prepares graduates for careers in biotechnology, conservation and applied biology.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A foundation degree (FdSc), Higher National Diploma (HND) or other equivalent qualification in a biological subject; module choices are advised on enrolment based on the foundation degree content. International applicants must hold a suitable English language qualification.

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

International applicants: GBP 19,200 a year (2026/27). Full-time international tuition fee Source

Duration: 1 year

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