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Biology (with foundation year) at University of Hull - UCAS

Course summary

Tackle global challenges like genetic engineering to climate change, with this hands-on learning degree. This flexible programme allows you to follow your interests into specialist areas or keep your options open and develop a broad knowledge of the science of living things. You’ll learn from award-winning experts both in the lab and on field trips. Study core topics like genetics and genomics, microbiology, evolution, cell biology and biological diversity, and gain industry-standard lab skills in cutting-edge techniques like genetic analysis, microscopy, DNA sequencing and DNA programming. Extend your studies by taking one of our residential field trips or learn to scuba dive alongside your studies.¹ The Foundation Year is an extra year of study at the start of your degree. It’s designed to boost your academic skills and knowledge of your specialist area. When you successfully complete it, you can transfer seamlessly into the full degree programme. Why study at Hull?

  • Industry-standard facilities: Put theory into practice in facilities that include super-computing power for genomic analysis and a 33,000-litre tropical aquarium. Learn the latest techniques for investigating genetics, molecular biology and biochemistry in our Advanced Training Lab.
  • Award-winning tuition: We’re a small, friendly, supportive group with three Higher Education Bioscience Teacher of the Year winners in our department.
  • Field trips abroad: Learn essential skills for ecological careers on an overseas residential field trip to places such as Brazil or Mallorca.
Where could this take me? Past graduates have gained jobs in the bioscience industries, teaching, veterinary medicine, ecological consultancy and as scientists in government and non-government organisations. You’ll graduate with in-demand field, analytical and lab skills that set you apart from the competition and let you follow your interests. You could also go on to further study through either Masters or PhD level qualifications and become a scientific leader of the future. ¹ Choose subsidised dive training as part of our Ecology module and become a PADI-certified Advanced Open Water Diver (extra fee may be payable).

Modules

Core modules include: Microbiology Diversity of Life Molecular Biology and Genetics Genetic analysis Molecular Evolution and Genomics Vertebrate Zoology Biological Futures Optional modules include: Human Physiology Ecology (with optional dive training) Biological Basis of Disease Cancer Biology Pharmacology and Diagnostics Conservation Biology Cellular Regulation and Biotechnology Animal Behaviour Foundation Year Modules: Preparing for Learning in Higher Education Introduction to Biological Sciences 1 Introduction to Data Analysis Group Challenge (Sciences) Introduction to Biological Sciences 2 Foundation Maths Skills

Assessment method

You'll be assessed through a combination of written, practical and coursework assessments throughout your degree. Written assessment typically includes exams and multiple choice tests. Practical is an assessment of your skills and competencies. This could include presentations, school experience, work experience or laboratory work. Coursework typically includes essays, written assignments, dissertations, research projects or producing a portfolio of your work.


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
C101
Institution code:
H72
Campus name:
The University of Hull
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

The foundation year is designed for applicants whose qualifications and experience do not allow direct entry to the undergraduate degree. We expect applicants to demonstrate an experience of a related subject and an aptitude for academic work which may be determined by an essay and/or interview alongside the application. For applicants with Level 3 qualifications, we will usually require a minimum of 80 points.


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6This course requires IELTS 6.0 overall, with at least 5.5 in each skill. For other English language proficiency qualifications accepted by the University please visit www.hull.ac.uk
Institution's Own Test60% overall (with minimum 55% in each skill)

Please click below for a list of the English language qualifications we accept.

https://www.hull.ac.uk/Choose-Hull/Study-at-Hull/Admissions/English-language-requirements.aspx


Student Outcomes

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65%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
90%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1
England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
International £19500 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

No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Biology (with foundation year) at University of Hull - UCAS