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Year 1
Build a broad foundation in biological sciences through core courses in biology and chemistry. You will explore the fundamental principles that underpin life while developing practical laboratory, scientific communication and data analysis skills. Alongside your core studies, you can choose additional courses from a range of subject areas across the University.

Year 2
Develop your understanding of biological sciences through topics spanning molecular, cellular, organismal and human biology. You will continue to build practical and analytical skills while exploring different areas of biological sciences, helping you identify subjects that align with your interests and future career ambitions.

Our flexible degree structure allows you to study additional subjects in Years 1 and 2. This gives you the opportunity to broaden your interests and shape your degree around your future goals: see Flexible degrees.

Years 3 and 4
From Year 3, you will tailor your studies through advanced courses that reflect your interests. You may choose to continue on the Biological Sciences programme or, subject to availability, transfer to a specialist degree pathway. In your final year, you will undertake an independent research, dissertation, internship or outreach project, working alongside researchers and applying the knowledge and skills developed throughout your degree.

Entry Requirements

2027 entry requirements

Standard entry: 5 Highers at AAAAB (by end S6 with min ABBB after S5) including Biology or Chemistry at A.

Entry to 2nd year may be possible with 3 Advanced Highers at AAA including Biology and Chemistry (at first attempt) plus 5 Highers at AAAAA (first sitting).

Widening access entry: 4 Highers at AABB or BBBB (by end S6) including Biology or Chemistry. Completion of pre-entry programme is necessary.