BSc (Hons) Biology at University of Suffolk

Programme overview

This course is a well-rounded programme in the field of Biology. It contains a number of optional modules that will allow you to select specialisms matched to your interest and career aspirations. The course will give you the knowledge and skills to become an employable life science graduate in a range of areas including laboratory work, research, biotechnology, teaching, agriculture, bio-sustainability, human health, global health, scientific journalism, pharmacology, ecotoxicology, and sustainability.

Faculty: School of Health Sciences and Society | Duration: Three years full-time, five years part-time | Study mode: full-time (part-time option; optional professional placement year) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Ipswich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: Scientific Skills for Life Sciences (Mandatory), Research Skills for Life Sciences (Mandatory), Biochemistry and Biological Molecules (Mandatory), Cell Biology (Mandatory), Diversity of Life (Requisite). Year 2: Genetics and Molecular Biology (Requisite), Vertebrate Biology (Requisite), Infection and Immunity (Requisite), Plant Biology (Optional), Ecology (Optional), Pharmacology and Toxicology (Optional). Year 3: Advanced Research Skills (for Biologists) (Optional), Science Communication/media (Optional), Contemporary Topics in Biology (Requisite), Marine Biology (Optional), Ecotoxicology (Optional), International Field Course (Optional), Bioinformatics (Optional).

Career pathways

The curriculum provides graduates with a well-prepared background for a diverse range of opportunities across research, healthcare, biotechnology, environmental science, and science communication.

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Application information

Entry requirements

112 UCAS Points (or above); BBC (A-Level); DMM (BTEC); Merit (T Level); Pass in Access to HE Diploma or above; Applicants are expected to hold A-level Biology or a Science related subject at Grade C or above. All applicants are required to hold 3 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including English, Maths and Science (or Level 2 equivalents). Applicants who do not hold these qualifications may be considered on an individual basis based upon their overall application and the course applied for. IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components) where English is not the student's first language.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28) Source

International applicants: GBP 16,500 a year (2027/28) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Three years full-time, five years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/undergraduate/applying-to-university

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