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Applied Bioscience

University of the West of Scotland

Venues

Lanarkshire Campus

Content

Get ready to pursue a career in the biological sciences with UWS’s BSc (Hons) Applied Bioscience programme.

You’ll receive a general grounding in biological disciplines to underpin your knowledge and understanding before progressing to study more specialised and advanced bioscience topics.

Work-related learning combined with access to UWS’s state of the art laboratories will prepare you for a wide range of career options.

Modern analytical techniques, practice-based and research skills are key strengths of the programme – as is the option to undertake a work placement in Year 3.

Employers regularly comment that UWS graduates have the necessary skills to contribute effectively and productively in the workplace.

Entry Requirements

2025 entry requirements
Standard entry:
4 Highers at BBCC including Biology or Human Biology.

Entry to year 2 is possible with 3 Advanced Highers at BBC including Biology or Human Biology plus Chemistry at National 5.

Widening access entry:
4 Highers at BCCC including Biology or Human Biology.

Start Date

September

Qualification

Degree

Award

BSc Hons (Sandwich)

Study Method

Full time

UCAS Code

C710

Course Length

4 - 5 years

Faculty

School of Health and Life Sciences

Department

Biological Sciences and Health

SCQF Level

10

Website

www.uws.ac.uk