Overview

In addition to the many skills developed through our biological sciences teaching, our Biological Sciences with Management programme provides you with a wide set of additional skills suitable for careers in management, commerce or communication. It will allow you to use your knowledge of biological sciences in a wide context.

Flexibility

Biological sciences explores the study of living organisms, covering everything from the interactions of animals in their environment to how genes are expressed. We offer 12 different biological sciences subject areas and you will specialise in one of them as you progress through your studies.

In the first two years of study, your compulsory courses will cover aspects of all 12 subject areas we offer. This means that you will be able to choose a specialism based on your experiences and what interests you.

Career opportunities

The skills you will gain on this Biological Sciences with Management programme at The University of Edinburgh are transferable and highly valued across many career pathways. They include:

problem-solving
analytical and quantitative reasoning skills
presentation and communication
group working and collaboration
time management

Our graduates

Biological Sciences students go on to work in a range of different fields, within and outside of science. The career path you choose is up to you and will depend on your experiences, skills, values, and interests.

Some choose to go on to further study before entering successful career paths in academia or another area.

Programme Structure

Year 1

All biological sciences students study the same core courses in Year 1. These courses provide a broad foundation in biology, practical and analytical skills. For our "with Management" programmes there is an additional compulsory business course.

Year 2

You will begin to specialise in a specific area of biological sciences, choosing courses that cover topics such as:

molecular and cellular biology
biochemistry
biotechnology
genetics
ecology
evolution
animal and plant biology

Year 3

You will specialise in your preferred area of biological sciences, choosing from our subject specialisations:

Biochemistry
Biotechnology
Cell Biology
Development, Regeneration and Stem Cells
Ecology
Evolutionary Biology
Genetics
Immunology
Molecular Biology
Molecular Genetics
Plant Science
Zoology

Year 4

You will study your chosen subject area at a deeper scientific level, and undertake an individual research project.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-19 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Biology Management Studies View 1397 other Bachelors in Management Studies in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

92

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

The standard entry requirement is:

SQA Highers: AAAA - AAAB (achievement by end of S5 preferred). BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6.

A Levels: AAA - ABB.

IB: 37 points with 666 at HL - 32 points with 555 at HL.

Tuition Fee

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International

30400 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 30400 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

1820 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 1820 GBP per year during 48 months.

Home - RUK fees: £9,250

Living costs for Edinburgh

725 - 1167 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.

Studyportals Scholarship Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and win up to €10000 to cover your tuition fees.