From genes to behaviour and evolution to ecology, studying Biology at Leeds will provide you with a holistic understanding of the whole topic. Personalise your degree to match your needs as you progress; will you choose to pursue human biology, conservation, genetic engineering or any one of the other study areas the University of Leeds has to offer. Biology has vital applications in current key global challenges. An ever-growing world population and a changing climate put immense pressure on the environment, threaten endangered species and reduce agricultural production. With your degree, you'll be at the forefront of providing sustainable solutions to these issues. Be part of the revolution in genomics, gene modification and biotechnology currently transforming the world. Equipped with the skills and knowledge of the fundamental biological processes, you'll help drive forward science-based solutions to some of the world’s biggest issues. The MBiol, BSc offers an excellent breadth and depth of knowledge, including exceptional experience of advanced research. The first two years of the programme follow the existing BSc Biology programme, and year 3 mirrors it, but the 40-credit research project will focus on preparation for the final year. The fourth year is research-focused, comprising a 90-credit research project and 30 credits of advanced research training, allowing you to develop your research skills in greater depth and produce a report containing significant new data that could contribute to a research publication. Biology or Biological Science? [Discover the difference between Biology and Biological Science](https://biologicalsciences.leeds.ac.uk/undergraduate/doc/biological-sciences-vs-biology). **Why study at Leeds** * Study with one of the largest centres for biological sciences research in the UK\*\*,\*\* with access to [cutting‑edge facilities,](https://biologicalsciences.leeds.ac.uk/teaching-facilities) industry links and specialist research opportunities. * Put theory into practice by undertaking [fieldwork activities](https://biologicalsciences.leeds.ac.uk/field-courses-1) within the UK, Spain and South Africa. You’ll advance your research skills and gain hands-on experience highly valued by employers in industry or in postgraduate education. * Experience life and learning in a different country through our study abroad programme, where you'll gain fresh perspectives and develop skills valued by employers. * Our year in industry programme allows you to gain experience working with organisations, developing new skills for your CV. * Collaborate on your final-year research project with an [expert in the field](https://biologicalsciences.leeds.ac.uk/research-innovation). You could study marine biology to better manage coral reefs threatened by climate change, understand how bees cooperate as social animals, or develop new ways to reduce the impact of invasive species on local ecosystems. * Access to visit and conduct research at the University’s state-of-the-art National Pig Centre. * [Flexible options ](http://biologicalsciences.leeds.ac.uk/flexible-degrees-1)to transfer onto other suitable and related degrees at the end of year 1, as many programmes within our School share a common first year.
A Level: AAA | Including Biology and preferably another science or science-related subject. If Biology is the only science subject, then an A grade is required. Critical Thinking and General Studies are excluded. We accept the following: ● Science: Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics. ● Science-related: Computing, Environmental Science, Food Science, Geography, Geology, PE, Psychology, and Statistics. Applicants taking a science A-level (in England) will be required to achieve a pass in the practical element in addition to the standard A-level grade requirement. When an applicant is taking any of the following: ● Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) ● Cambridge International Project Qualification (Cambridge IPQ) ● Core Maths (if A-level Maths or Further Maths isn't studied as a full A-level) ● AS Maths (if A-level Maths or Further Maths isn't studied as a full A-level) ● Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate It will be considered alongside A-levels and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. If you are taking A-levels, this would be a one grade drop from the standard offer. For example, an A in one of the above qualifications with AAB at A-level. GCSE: Grade 6 (B) or above at GCSE maths and Grade 4 (C) or above at GCSE English. The Faculty of Biological Sciences will accept Level 2 Functional Skills as equivalent to C/4 in GCSE English. | Scottish Advanced Higher | Five Highers AABBB, with AA in two Advanced Highers. Including Biology and preferably another science or science-related subject. General studies and critical thinking are excluded. ● Science subjects include: Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Physics. ● Science-related subjects include: Computing, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, PE, Psychology, Science in Society, Statistics, Food Science and Use of Maths. Scottish Highers: Scottish Highers are not accepted on their own. | Extended Project | Applicants offering an EPQ or IPQ qualification will receive a standard offer, as shown above, plus an alternative offer. The alternative offer would be AAB plus grade A in EPQ / IPQ. Subject specific requirements are still valid. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 31 UCAS points | 31 overall with 6,6,6 at Higher Level, including Biology and preferably another science or science-related subject. If Biology is the only science at Higher Level, a 6 will be required. | Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017): H2H2H2H2H2H2 | Including Biology and preferably another science or science-related subject at Higher Level. | Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal: D3D3D3 | Including Biology and preferably another science or science-related subject. If Biology is the only science subject then a D3 grade will be required. Global Perspectives excluded. When an applicant is taking the Global Perspectives this can be considered alongside Pre-U subjects and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. This would be D3/M1/M1 and grade D3 in Global Perspectives (BSc applicants) or D3/D3/M1 and grade D3 in Global Perspectives (MBiol applicants).
IELTS 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in any component.
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