Overview
The Foundation Year is ideal if you have the ability to study for a degree but don't have the qualifications to enter directly onto the Biology honours degree programme.
Career paths
Completing this Biology with Foundation Year (Hons) programme at Liverpool John Moores University will open up a vast range of career opportunities.
Biology graduates have gone into employment in a wide range of roles, including clinical science, embryology, research and development laboratories, microbiological food and water safety or ecological roles. Our graduates work at a number of organisations including: the NHS (various roles including the Scientist Training Programme), AstraZeneca, Unilever, UK Health Security Agency, Axion Veterinary Laboratories, Francis Crick Institute, MedImmune, Eurofins Forensics, Elucigene Diagnostics, The Christie Hospital; conservation organisations including Chester Zoo, Brecknock Wildlife Trust and Operation Wallacea; and environmental agencies, such as Natural England and Kingfisher Environmental Services. Some prefer to continue their studies with postgraduate study (PGCE/PGDE, MSc, MPhil, MRes or PhD) in topics as wide ranging as human nutrition, oncology, molecular medicine, tropical medicine and embryology, or others go into teaching and lecturing.
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Microbiology
- Practical Skills for Biology
- Genetics and Evolution
- Ecology and Conservation
- Diversity and Evolution of Life
- Physiology
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Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Campus Location
- Liverpool, United Kingdom
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
IELTS & PTE Test Preparation
Admission to your dream university starts with a high IELTS or PTE score. Earn your target score with E2's guided test preparation.
- Study on your own schedule
- Live classes with current and ex-examiners
- Accurate score assesment, always
- E2 Score Guarantee - Get your score or your money back!
Other requirements
General requirements
- Grades/points required from qualifications: DDD (72)
- DDD Minimum Number of A Levels: 1
- Maximum AS UCAS Points: 20
- Must have a Level 3 qualification and GCSE Grade 4 or above in Maths and Science
- Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents18740 GBP / year≈ 18740 GBP / year -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents10050 GBP / year≈ 10050 GBP / year
Additional Details
Placement year
- Home: £2,010
- International student: £3,910
Living costs
Liverpool
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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