BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences with a Placement Year

Study life itself, from its origins and the early stages of evolution to the minutiae of molecular, cellular, and organismal processes. Study growth and development, investigate the complex entanglements of ecosystems, and learn about health and disease. Discover how biology can be applied to major global challenges, including disease, food security, and climate change. On our dynamic BSc Biological Sciences with a Placement Year course, you’ll benefit from exposure to our brilliant academics and cutting-edge research. We're part of the Norwich Research Park (NRP), and academics from the hospital and four world-renowned NRP research institutes will teach on your course. Flexibility and choice are key features of this Biological Sciences degree. A structured first year ensures you gain a broad foundation in the subject, providing a strong platform for further study. In your second and fourth years, a wide range of module options allows you to delve deeper into the areas of biology that interest you most. In your third year, you’ll spend between 9-12 months in an industry placement, gaining invaluable real-world skills and experience.

IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)

International students: £29,300 per year

UK students: £9,790 per year

UK/Home: £9,790 per year

International: £29,300 per year

September 2026

UCAS deadline (equal consideration)

• Norwich Research Park, Norwich, United Kingdom