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Year 1: In your first year you will be given a general introduction to all aspects of modern biology and encouraged to acquire general scientific skills.

You will also study two other subjects in year 1 according to your interests: see Degrees in Arts, Science and Social Sciences.

Year 2: In your second year, you will be introduced to the study of immunology, and infection and immunity. You will also be able to choose from a wide range of other courses which might include genetics, biochemistry and molecular biology.

You will also study one or two other subjects in year 2 according to your interests: see Degrees in Arts, Science and Social Sciences.

Years 3 and 4: If you progress to Honours (years three and four), you will attend lectures in third year which cover the whole field of immunology together with supporting lectures on molecular biology, statistics and data analysis. A series of practical classes is run in parallel with the lectures, which increase familiarity with many current immunological techniques.

Entry Requirements

2026 entry requirements
Standard entry: 5 Highers at AAAAA (by end S6 with min ABBB after S5) including Biology or Chemistry.

Entry to year 2 may be possible with 3 Advanced Highers at AAA including Biology and Chemistry plus above Highers.

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