Overview

After successful completion of the Science and Engineering Degrees with a Foundation Year (Biology and Chemistry route) course at Manchester Metropolitan University, you can progress on to one of the relevant BSc (Hons) degrees:

BSc (Hons) Biology

BSc (Hons) Zoology

BSc (Hons) Chemistry

BSc (Hons) Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Whichever route you take, you’ll have the skills and understanding you need to undertake further study or get started in your career.

A career as unique as you

After successful completion of the foundation year in biology and chemistry, you can progress on to the relevant BSc (Hons) degree.

We give our graduates the specialist skills to go into a variety of careers. For our biological sciences graduates, these range from the biological, pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, to medical, public health, microbiology and environmental services, as well as in zoos, nature reserves, wildlife and habitat conservation projects, and teaching. Our chemistry graduates are also employed in a wide range of industries, from pharmaceutical, utilities and food and drink, to healthcare, aerospace and telecoms.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Statistical Methods and Analysis

Atoms to Organisms

Studying for Success

Chemical Reactions, Biodiversity and Conservation

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-10-05 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-13 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Manchester, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Chemistry Biology View 426 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

IELTS

5.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

72-80 UCAS tariff points.

A levels – grades DDD or equivalent

Pearson BTEC National Extended Diploma – MMP

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - MMP

Pearson BTEC National Diploma - DM

Pass Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject with a minimum of 74 UCAS Tariff points

T Levels - We welcome applications from students undertaking T Level qualifications. Eligible applicants will be asked to achieve a minimum overall grade of Pass as a condition of offer.

IB Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum overall score of 24 or minimum 72 UCAS Tariff points from three Higher Level subjects.

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

21500 GBP / year

≈ 21500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Living costs

Manchester

United Kingdom

645 - 1197 GBP / month

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

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Science and Engineering Degrees with a Foundation Year (Biology and Chemistry route).

Available Scholarships

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Overview

A career as unique as you

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Manchester

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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