- Focuses on understanding biological systems at a cellular and biochemical level - Emphasises cellular biochemistry, with specialist modules covering key topics aimed at understanding why the cell is the functional unit of life - Four-year programmes include a year working on a research project in industry or a year studying at a partner institution overseas - This degree leads to career opportunities in biotechnological, pharmaceutical and other industries, as well as many further study options, including PhD, MSc or MRes programmes - To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
A Level: AAA | Excluding General Studies. Chemistry and Biology at Grade A required. | Scottish Higher: AAAAB | Chemistry and Biology at Grade A required. | Access to HE Diploma: 30 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma: 15 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma | Pass the Access to HE Diploma with 30 L3 credits at Distinction grade and 15 L3 credits at Merit grade, to include 15 L3 credits at Distinction Grade in Chemistry or related subjects and 15 L3 credits at Distinction Grade in Biology or related subjects. Please also see GCSE requirements. | Scottish Advanced Higher: AAB | Chemistry and Biology at Grade A required. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 36 UCAS points | Applicants will be considered with IB 36 OR 666 in three Higher Level subjects. All applicants will be required to have Grade 6 in HL Chemistry and Biology. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DDD | Applicants studying a BTEC Extended Diploma will also require Grade A in GCE AL Biology and Grade A in GCE AL Chemistry.
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