5Oct
UndergraduateThis course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 25th September 2024.
University of Hull has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Discover the chemistry behind the complexity of life on this flexible degree with multiple career options. You'll study the core principles of chemistry and biology, exploring the intriguing connection between them. Learn from renowned experts in industry-standard facilities, with the flexibility to customise your studies based on your interests. But you won’t just learn in the classroom. You’ll put your skills into practice through a mixture of lab work, practical assignments, and a placement programme linked to companies like Agilent, GSK, Reckitt and Smith & Nephew. The Foundation Year is an extra year of study at the start of your degree. Taught through a mix of formal study, discussion and practical experience it’s designed to boost your academic skills and knowledge, so you can transition to the full degree programme. Why study at Hull?
- 100% employability: A perfect 100% of our graduates are in work or further study 15 months after graduating,¹ putting the hands-on skills they learned here to good use.
- Learn from leading experts: Our researchers are tackling cancer and cardiovascular disease. We’re developing cutting-edge biomarker and medical imaging technologies in collaboration with colleagues worldwide.
- Cutting-edge facilities: Apply your learning to the lab in our Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Research Centre, Mass Spectrometry and Elemental Analysis laboratories.
Modules
Core modules include: Microbiology Cells and Organelles Organic and Analytical Chemistry Molecular Biology and Genetics Metabolism Genetic Analysis Molecular Evolution and Genomics Biological Basis of Disease Pharmacology and Diagnostics Optional modules include: Bacterial Genome Sequencing Advanced Biochemistry Sensory Physiology of Animals Cancer Biology Animal Welfare and Ethics Human Genetics Foundation Year modules: Preparing for Learning in Higher Education Introduction to Biology 1 Introduction to Chemistry Introduction to Data Analysis Group Challenge (Sciences) 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
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:
- C703
- 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
UCAS Tariff - 80 points
Access to HE Diploma
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DM
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
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | This 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 Test | 60% 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
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
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.
Provider information
University of Hull
Admissions Office
Cottingham Road
Hull
HU6 7RX
Clearing contact details
Online Clearing Enquiry FormAdmissions and Applicant Services
01482 466100
Additional information
Thursday 17 August, 7am - 9pm Friday 18 August, 8am-6pm Saturday 19 August, 9am-3pm