Overview

The Bachelor of Science programme in Life Science at the Umea University ends with a thesis project cannot be defined by only one field of studies; rather, at its core, it is based on chemistry and molecular biology.

In order to provide a university education in Life Science, we have therefore chosen to place the program at two departments - Department of Chemistry and Department of Molecular Biology. In this way, we can have experts teaching on the programme in all areas. And since all teachers are researchers, we have strong research links to important applications in society.

Key Facts

The first and second year of the Life Science programme gives you a fundamental knowledge of chemistry and molecular biology. During the third year you may choose to specialize in these fields by taking advanced courses or broaden your knowledge in other subjects. The programme ends with a thesis project during which you will have the chance to apply your knowledge in the lab.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Biological chemistry

Chemistry

Biochemistry

Bioorganic chemistry

Microbiology and basic molecular biology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-31 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-01-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

Language

English

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90

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Credits

180 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Umeå, Sweden

Disciplines

Biology View 5 other Bachelors in Biology in Sweden

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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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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

If you have completed an upper secondary school/high school education that makes you eligible for higher studies in your home country and meet the language requirements in English and/or Swedish, you are eligible for university studies at Umeå University as well.

Eligibility Biology 2, Physics 1a/1b1+1b2, Chemistry 2, Mathematics 4, or Biology B, Physics A, Chemistry B, Mathematics D

Selection The selection is based upon both GPA and the Swedish National University Aptitude test (Högskoleprovet) in the ratio 67/33.

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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

152300 SEK / year

≈ 152300 SEK / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Living costs

Umeå

Sweden

7125 - 11770 SEK / month

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

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Scholarships Information

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