Overview

Within this Biological Sciences (Hons) course from University of Dundee you will develop your practical skills, including laboratory skills, data analysis, and designing and running experiments.

This will prepare you for carrying out projects later in your course.With any aspect of life sciences, it’s important to understand key theories of biology, from molecular level right up to full body systems and beyond. Your first two years of study will explore core concepts like genetics, cell biology, biological organisation, molecular mechanisms and processes.

You can pick modules that interest you and graduate with Biological Sciences (Hons) course from University of Dundee, or choose a pathway – Bioinformatics or Plant Sciences – to have these added to your degree title. The flexibility of the courses also means you can transfer on to a different life sciences degree if you choose the relevant modules.

The course curriculum is shaped by the work of our world-leading researchers to make sure you’re learning the latest advances, as well as gaining an understanding of the fundamentals of the field.Lab sessions throughout your degree will help you integrate knowledge and practical skills, as well as develop strong transferable skills, both in and out of the lab.

Career opportunities:

The Biological Sciences graduates go on to work in a wide range of careers including:

government research institutes
teaching and research in universities
teaching in primary and secondary schools
the pharmaceutical and food industries
conservation bodies

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biomolecules

Evolution of Cells

Laboratory and Research Skills

Core Skills in the Life Sciences

Genes & Heredity

Origins of Animal Organ Systems

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-13 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

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80

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PTE Academic

64

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IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dundee, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Biology View 416 other Bachelors in Biology in United Kingdom

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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

TOEFL^® IBT

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80

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PTE Academic

64

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IELTS

6

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General requirements

Standard: AABB

Widening access: ABBB

Level 2 entry

Standard: AB at Advanced Higher + BB at Higher
Widening access: AB at Advanced Higher + AB at Higher

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

23700 GBP / year

≈ 23700 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

1820 GBP / year

≈ 1820 GBP / year

Additional Details

England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland - £ 10,050

Living costs

Dundee

United Kingdom

787 - 1494 GBP / month

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

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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Additional Details

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