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Biological Sciences with a Foundation Year at University of East Anglia UEA - UCAS

Course summary

Overview Wherever your interests lie in the vast world of biological sciences, our biological sciences foundation year will pique your curiosity and help you to answer important scientific questions. You’ll learn about the core subjects relating to the study of life and the processes and interactions which drive it. At UEA, you’ll have contact with academics and researchers from across the Faculty of Science, many of whom are world-leaders in their chosen research areas. You’ll receive broad-ranging and in-depth instruction from highly-skilled lecturers and researchers. Our world-class labs will give you hands-on research skills. You’ll cover current scientific topics that have significant societal implications, such as the changing global climate, the emergence of infectious diseases, and the challenging field of bioethics. You’ll be encouraged to develop your critical thinking skills by evaluating sources of scientific evidence and including such sources in your own written work. At UEA, we're uniquely partnered with the Norwich Research Park, providing you with access to a learning experience that is dynamic and fascinating – and fueled by research that is happening right here, right now. You’ll also have the opportunity to attend many talks by guest lecturers and speakers doing research at the forefront of biological science. After you successfully complete the foundation year, you’ll have the option of continuing on to a number of different biological sciences courses, with options for taking a placement year, studying abroad, and completing a Master’s degree. Disclaimer Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk

Modules

The foundation year provides you with a broad understanding of the sciences you will require when studying a biology degree. Subjects include biology, chemistry and mathematics. Once you have successfully completed the foundation year, you can join any Biological Sciences degree.


How to apply

Application codes

Course code:
8C91
Institution code:
E14
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Foundation

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

GCSE Requirements: GCSE English Language grade 4 or C and GCSE Mathematics grade 4 or C. UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes – please see our website www.uea.ac.uk/apply/undergraduate/contextual-admissions for further information. We welcome a wide range of qualifications - for further information please visit our website www.uea.ac.uk


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6.5IELTS: 6.5 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component)

We welcome applications from students from all academic backgrounds. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including speaking, listening, reading and writing). We will also accept a number of other English language qualifications. Please check our website for details https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/our-admissions-policy/english-language-equivalencies


Student Outcomes

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52%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
84%
Go onto work and study

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 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

Tuition fees are reviewed annually and subject to increase. Some fees are regulated by the UK government and will be changed in line with advice from them. Fees for continuing students (i.e. those on courses of greater than one year in length) will normally increase annually. This increase will not exceed 4% or the % increase of the UK Government regulated fee whichever is higher. The fee increase is based on the fee for the year that you register. For further information about additional costs for your course and information on fee status please see our website.
Biological Sciences with a Foundation Year at University of East Anglia UEA - UCAS