FdSc Biological Sciences: University of Brighton

Course details

Biological Sciences provides a solid basis for studies in biology. Students are introduced to a wide range of techniques with a strong emphasis on the practical aspects of biology throughout.

The course offers small classes and full tutorial support and guidance. Many learning styles are used to provide an interesting and enjoyable experience. Studies will combine lectures, interactive teaching sessions, laboratory-based practicals, individual projects, group workshops, seminars, presentations, guest lectures, online teaching and student resource packs.

Career and progression opportunities

The practical and versatile nature of this course enables you to find employment within the pharmaceutical industry, the NHS, and diagnostic and water laboratories. Graduates may also be entitled to progress directly onto the second or third year of the Biological or Biomedical Sciences degrees at the university (level of entry is dependent upon your achievement in the foundation degree). Graduates may also be able to enter specialised degree courses at other universities.

Entry requirements

• UCAS tariff: 120 points from a minimum of one 6-unit qualification. A-level subjects must include a pass at A2 biology. Level 3 Key Skills will not count towards the tariff score. Excluding General Studies.
• International Baccalaureate: 24 points, specified subjects.
• QAA-approved access course: science related, all level 3 credits required.
• GCSE (minimum grade C): at least 3 subjects including English language, mathematics and a science.
• For non-native speakers of English: IELTS 6.0 overall, 6.0 in writing.