Overview

Discover the fascinating world of biological and biomedical sciences with a degree that gives you flexibility to explore your interests. Learn more at International Foundation in Biosciences from the INTO University of Manchester.

Key Information

Progress to a world top 35 institution, The University of Manchester (QS World University Rankings 2025).

Improve academic English and advanced research skills, including academic writing through lab reports and data analysis through data-handling clinics.

Smaller class sizes and expert guidance with university applications at INTO Manchester, ensuring plenty of academic support and help choosing where to study.

Progress to a world top 40 biological sciences degree (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025) and learn from leading industry experts.

The university is home to specialist research centers such as the Systems Microscopy Centre, and boasts state-of-the-art facilities including bioimaging, DNA sequencing, histology and bioinformatics.

Degrees offer the opportunity for an industry placement, with the university linked to a number of charities, industry leaders and the NHS.

Programme Structure

Modules included:

Personal Tutor Programme

University of Manchester Project

Research and Communication Skills

Chemistry

Biology

Further Mathematics

English for Academic Purposes

Mathematics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 9 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-01-06 00:00:00

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Starting 2025-09-08 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Age Requirement
- 16
- All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For January start dates, students must have turned 17 years old by the 31st December immediately preceding the course.
Academic Requirements
- Completion of 12 years of schooling (or local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades.
English Language Requirements
- IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 6.0 in all subskills) or equivalent
Class size
- 20

Tuition Fee

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International

26995 GBP/full

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 26995 GBP for the full programme during 9 months.

Living costs for Manchester

645 - 1197 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Are you a gifted and ambitious international student with an offer to study at INTO Manchester, in partnership with The University of Manchester? Then you may be eligible to receive a tuition fee discount when you successfully complete your course and start your degree at The University of Manchester.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for International Foundation in Biosciences.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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