Overview

This Biological Science (Hons) programme offered at University of Northampton provides you with the opportunity to develop a broad knowledge base in the first year of study before specialising in topics and disciplines in the second and third year.You will have the opportunity to choose modules that most interest you or ones that specifically meet your future career aspirations. You can choose from varied aspects of biological science including plant and animal biology, genetics, environmental science, microbiology, human biology, ecosystems, pharmacology, ecology, adaptations to life, neuroscience and biochemistry.You will apply your knowledge throughout your degree and recognise its relevance to society at national and global levels. You also have the opportunity to learn a wide range of laboratory and field skills as well as learning about current issues and research areas.

You will be supported during your final year research project by a supervisor with relevant research expertise and by studying the second year research methods and specialised laboratory and/or fieldwork modules with essential training in the latest techniques. You even have the opportunity to present your own final year research dissertation at the annual research conference.

Career Opportunities

This course will open up a range of career opportunities, including:

Medicine
Dentistry
Paramedic Science
Biomedical science
Teaching
Pharmaceutical Industry
Food industry
Environment / Conservation
Information Technology
Sales
Public Health
Health Service Admin
Publishing and Media
Think Tank/Policy Advising
Research
Further study eg MSc/MPhil/PhD

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Genetics and Molecular Biology
Anatomy and Physiology
Terrestrial and Freshwater Ecology
Plants and the Environment
Health, Risk and Environment

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-29 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

70

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Northampton, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Biology View 468 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

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70

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59

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Standard entry requirements apply. A typical offer would be BCC at A Level or DMM at BTEC. In addition, you are expected to have studied a natural science subject (preferably Biology or Human Biology but Chemistry and Physics are also accepted) in an A Level at grade C, or equivalent qualification such as International Baccalaureate.
International applicants and applications from students with a range of non-traditional educational or professional qualifications are welcome.
Admission to the BSc Honours Human Bioscience 4 year Programme with Foundation Study is normally DEE at A Level or MPP at BTEC with a D in a Natural Science. However, it is also great if you have professional or industry experience instead, a range of other qualifications or self-developed subject knowledge that relates to the course you wish to study.

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

15700 GBP / year

≈ 15700 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Additional Details

UK Part Time: £1,585 per 20 credit module

Living costs

Northampton

United Kingdom

796 - 1510 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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