Course summary
This programme aims to provide students with knowledge and understanding of scientific methods of enquiry and theoretical principles of biological sciences, including, where appropriate, the application of those principles in an employment context. Students studying the FdSci in Biological Sciences will develop understanding of: 1. the relevance of biological sciences in the current economic environment 2. the hierarchical nature of biological sciences ranging from molecular level to whole organism and species interactions 3. the need for competence and dexterity in contemporary biological practical techniques and cognate disciplines 4. a professional approach to work, study and lifelong learning
How to apply
31Jan
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:
- C101
- Institution code:
- Q75
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
For information on international qualification equivalents, please check the specific information for your country at: http://www.qub.ac.uk/International/International-students/Your-Country/
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - CC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher - BBCC - BCCCC
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
Scottish Advanced Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H3, H4, H4, H4, H4 - H3, H3, H4, H4
GCSE Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry at grade C or better. GCSE Double Award Science grades CC acceptable in lieu of GCSE Biology and Chemistry. Scottish National 5 Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry at grade C or better.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £6166 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6166 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6166 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £6166 | Year 1 |
| EU | £13866 | Year 1 |
| International | £13866 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £3155* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £3155* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Additional fee information
The stipulated fee for NI and ROI students is for those starting a course in 2023/24. Please note that the fee for 2024/25 entry has not been set in statute yet. We will publish details on our website as soon as the 2024/25 fee is set at: https://www.qub.ac.uk/Study/Feesandfinance/
Provider information
Queen's University Belfast
University Road
Belfast
BT7 1NN