Animal Science

A Level: ABB including Biology and preferably another science subject from Chemistry, Mathematics, Geography, Physics, PE, Psychology. General Studies excluded. Chemistry is preferred at A/AS Level but not essential. For Biology, Chemistry and Physics A Levels, we require a pass in the practical element. GCSE Mathematics grade B/5 required if not offered at A/AS Level.

IB: 32 points including Biology at Higher Level grade 6. Chemistry preferred at Higher Level but not essential. Mathematics or Mathematical Studies and Chemistry required at Standard Level grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level.

Scottish: AABBB at Higher Grade including Biology and preferably another science subject (from Chemistry, Mathematics, Geography, Physics, PE, Psychology). Advanced Higher Biology preferred. Chemistry desirable at Higher Grade but not essential. Mathematics required at National 5, minimum grade B (or grade 2 Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at Higher Grade. Where a candidate bypasses the assessment for National 5 qualifications, a minimum of grade C in the Higher in Maths is required.

Irish Leaving Certificate: H1H2H2H3H3 at Higher Level to include Biology and preferably another science subject (from Chemistry, Mathematics, Geography, Physics, PE, Psychology). Chemistry preferred. Students need to have a reasonable ability in Maths.

Access Qualifications: 30 level 3 credits at Distinction and 15 level 3 credits at Merit, to include at least 15 level 3 credits in Biology/related (e.g. biochemistry). Credits in mathematical studies and/or quantitative methods are also required.

September 2026

September 2026

• England, United Kingdom