Biological Sciences (with Foundation Year), BSc (Hons)
University of LancashirePreston, SEP 2027, IELTS 6.0GBP 18,750a year
Biological Sciences, BSc (Hons)
University of LancashirePreston, United Kingdom
- Duration
- 3 years
- Subject
- Biological Sciences
- Next intake
- SEP 2027Starts in 10 months
- IELTS
- 6.0 overall, no part below 5.5About the same overall: PTE Academic 47, TOEFL iBT 67, Duolingo English Test 105, Oxford Test of English 126.
At a glance
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Overview
This course is taught through block learning. Find out more. Find out more. Explore animal, plant and microbial biology and how life's interdependence influences the health of people and the planet. Your Biological Sciences degree will teach you to evaluate the concepts, principles, theories and current developments within the biological sciences. You'll study the interrelationships between living organisms and explore the importance of natural selection and evolutionary processes. The course also examines the philosophical and ethical issues associated with biological sciences. You'll gain an understanding of the complexity and diversity of life through the study of organisms, including: Their molecular, cellular and physiological processes Their genetics and evolution The interrelationships between organisms and their environment In your first year, you will study a core curriculum designed to provide a fundamental understanding of biology, from the molecular and cellular level through to populations and ecosystems. You'll then undertake specialist modules covering: Comparative Biological Systems One Health Ecology Evolution and Environmental Biology Conservation in the Context of Global Change Biotechnology Alongside these modules, you will complete an in-depth, individual, hypothesis-driven research project. You will also have the option to undertake a business module and a period of relevant work experience. These opportunities can help expand your professional network and contribute towards your final degree.
Entry requirements
| BTEC | DDM · Subjects: in Applied Science · BTEC Extended Diploma |
|---|---|
| BTEC | D*D* · Subjects: in Applied Science · BTEC Diploma |
| UCAS Tariff points | 112–120 UCAS points |
| GCSE | C/4 · Subjects: Mathematics, English |
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.0 overall, no part below 5.5 |
|---|
Standard English language entry requirements - IELTS 6.0 (with no component score lower than 5.5) or equivalent.
Fees
International students: GBP 18,750
UK students: GBP 10,050
Start dates
September 2027
Application deadline
UCAS equal consideration deadline applications accepted until 30 Jun 2026; International deadline: 19 Jul 2026
Campus
- Preston, United Kingdom
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Scholarships at University of Lancashire
11 for this level- Articulation ScholarshipGBP 2,000
- Excellence ScholarshipGBP 3,500
- Family Loyalty ScholarshipGBP 2,000
- Franchise ScholarshipGBP 2,000
Plan your first year
Change the figures to your ownTuitionGBP 18,750
Visa application, from outside the UKGBP 558
Health surcharge, first year how it is chargedGBP 776
First year in total
The health surcharge is paid for the whole visa when you apply; one year is counted here. Figures as gov.uk showed them on 24 OCT 2026.
After your offer
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Your offer
The university sends a conditional or unconditional offer. We follow it until every condition is met.
- 2
Accept and pay the deposit
You accept the offer and pay any deposit the university asks for, by its deadline.
- 3
Your CAS
The university issues your Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies, the number your visa application needs. We help you get it.
- 4
Your Student visa
You apply with your CAS and show GBP 29,289 for your first year: tuition plus living costs. We help you prepare the documents.
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