BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences

Discover the science behind life with our accredited Biological Sciences BSc at Birmingham. From genetics to ecosystems, explore how animals, plants, and microorganisms function and interact, preparing you to tackle global biological challenges. By combining hands-on training with essential skills, we ensure you excel in your career. Our specialist degree labels highlight your expertise, shaping you into a versatile professional and driving you forward with a degree that meets top employer demands.
The Biological Sciences BSc combines hands-on training with essential skills while allowing you to specialise in exciting areas like genetics or zoology.
Field courses: Be part of exciting fieldwork like studying glaciers in Norway or aquatic environments in Pembrokeshire bringing real-world biology to life.Professional Placement: Boost your employability with industry experience, applying your knowledge in real-world settings with our placement year programme.Study Abroad: Spend your third year in France, Spain, Germany, or one of 300 global destinations, immersing yourself in new cultures and learning from experts with our year abroad option.Royal Society of Biology Accreditation: Our degree ensures you meet employer needs and stand out in the job market.Join BioSoc: Connect with fellow Biosciences students through team sports, events, and specialist career conferences.

A Level AAB to include specific subjects

IB 6,6,5 to include specific subjects

BTEC - BTEC Extended Diploma, Diploma and Extended Certificate are accepted, but subjects are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further guidance.

Number of A levels required: 3

Required subjects and grades

A level

Typical offer: AAB

Including Biology/Human Biology + 1 from Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Chemistry, Physics

OR

AAB including A in Biology/Human Biology. With an A in Biology/ Human Biology, the other two A levels offered can be in any subject/discipline.

International Baccalaureate

Typical offer: 6,6,5

Including Biology/Human Biology + 1 from Chemistry / Physics / Maths: Analysis and Approaches / Maths: Applications and Interpretation/ Statistics / Geology / Geography / Psychology

OR

6,6,5 including 6 in Biology/Human Biology. With a 6 in Biology/ Human Biology, the other two subjects offered can be any subject/discipline.

General studies

We do not accept General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies, Applied Science, Communication and Culture, Critical Studies, Global Perspectives, Science in Society and World Development.