Overview

Biology at Kent is hands-on, research-informed and globally focused. You’ll study the complexity and diversity of life, from bacteria and viruses to animals, plants and entire ecosystems. The course equips you with the analytical, practical and critical thinking skills needed to understand how living systems work – and how they are affected by external forces.

You’ll work alongside leading researchers from your very first year, gaining lab and field skills using the latest techniques and equipment. You’ll also have the chance to explore the unknown – through final-year research projects and a dedicated module on global challenges in biology.

The course reflects the full breadth of biology. Whether you’re interested in cell biology, genetics, ecology or conservation, you can shape your degree to suit your strengths and interests.

Year in Professional Practice

Tailor your degree to suit you with a Year in Professional Practice where you’ll work in industry for a year, giving you the chance to put into practice the skills you’ve learnt and build important connections. Taken between your second and final years, the a Year in Professional Practice provides an excellent opportunity to gain relevant work experience in industry in the UK or abroad. During your placement you are paid by your employer and produce an independent research project.

Programme Structure

In this course, you'll explore the science of life, from genes and cells to ecosystems and global challenges. You have the option to add a Year in Professional Practice to this course, which is taken between Stage 2 and Stage 3.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Canterbury, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Biology Biochemistry Genetics View 119 other Bachelors in Genetics 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.

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Other requirements

General requirements

UCAS points
104-120
A level
BBB including Biology grade B or Double Award Applied Science at grade BB including the practical endorsement of any science qualifications taken.
BTEC Nationals
The University will consider applicants holding BTEC National Diploma and Extended National Diploma Qualifications (QCF; NQF;OCR) on a case by case basis. Subjects likely to be acceptable are Applied Science, Biomedical Science and Medical Science. Typical offers when made are Distinction, Merit, Merit. Please contact us via the enquiries tab for further advice on your individual circumstances.
A typical offer would be to achieve Distinction, Distinction, Merit.
International Baccalaureate
120 tariff points, Typically H5, H6, H6 including Biology 5 at HL
GCSE
Mathematics grade C/4

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

23500 GBP / year

≈ 23500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Additional Details

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Living costs

Canterbury

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

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

Funding

Scholarships are available for excellence in academic performance, sport and music and are awarded on merit. For further information on the range of awards available and to make an application see our scholarships website.

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Scholarships Information

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