27Jun
UndergraduateUniversity of Birmingham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Unlock your potential and transform your future with the four-year Biological Sciences MSci at Birmingham! This innovative degree, including a Master’s year, offers a robust foundation in biology while giving you the chance to specialise in dynamic fields like genetics, zoology, and more. Dive deeper into the science that shapes the world, and set yourself on a path to make a lasting impact in your chosen field. Why study Biological Sciences at Birmingham? The Biological Sciences MSci combines hands-on training with essential skills while allowing you to specialise in exciting areas like genetics or zoology. Field courses: Be part of exciting fieldwork like studying glaciers in Norway or aquatic environments in Pembrokeshire bringing real-world biology to life. Professional Placement: Boost your employability with industry experience, applying your knowledge in real-world setting with our placement year programme. Study Abroad: Spend your third year in France, Spain, Germany, or one of 300+ global destinations, immersing yourself in new cultures and learning from experts with our year abroad option. Join BioSoc: Connect with fellow Biosciences students through team sports, events, and specialist career conferences. Accredited: This Royal Society of Biology accredited course offers an exceptional blend of academic excellence and hands-on learning, giving you access to advanced technologies in genomics, structural biology, and optical imaging. Specialist Degree Labels Across all of our Biological Sciences programmes, you have the exciting opportunity to reflect on your journey and add a specialised pathway in your final year (if you meet the requirements). These pathways allow you to showcase your unique strengths and areas of interest, giving you a competitive edge as you step into the next phase of your career. The following labels may be added to our Biological Sciences degree programmes: Human Health and Disease Microbiology and Infection Genetics Food Security and Sustainability Conservation Biology Zoology
How to apply
29Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- C105
- Institution code:
- B32
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - AAA
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*D*D*
Access to HE Diploma
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
For details of the annual tuition fee for International Students please see the course web page listed in the 'course details' section above.
If you are made an offer to study by the University, the yearly tuition fee will be stated in your offer letter.
Provider information
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston
Birmingham
B15 2TT