

Location
United Kingdom
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Fees
GBP32000
(2026)
Duration
3 Year(s)
Next intake
28.09.2026
Entry Score
6.5
IELTSA levels
ABB
Applicants with the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) are eligible for a reduction in grade requirements. For this course, the offer is BBB with A in the EPQ.
You may automatically qualify for reduced entry requirements through our contextual offers scheme. Based on your personal circumstances, you may automatically qualify for up to a two-grade reduction in the entry requirements needed for this course. When you apply, we consider a range of factors – such as where you live – to assess if you’re eligible for a grade reduction. You don’t have to make an application for a grade reduction – we’ll do all the work.
Find out more about how we make reduced grade offers.
GCSE
4/C in English and 4/C in Mathematics
Subject requirements
Biology and Chemistry at A level.
For applicants from England: Where a science has been taken at A level (Chemistry, Biology or Physics), a pass in the Science practical of each subject will be required.
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma
D*DD in Applied Science with a selection of preferred units in Biology and Chemistry, to include Distinction in Units 1 and 5 (Principles and Applications of Science I and II).
For previous BTEC (QCF) qualification:
D*DD in Applied Science with a selection of preferred units in Biology and Chemistry, with at least 120 Level 3 credits at Distinction.
Please note alternative BTEC subjects are not acceptable for this programme.
BTEC Applied Science unit requirements
View the BTEC Applied Science unit requirements.
International Baccalaureate
33 points including 6 in Higher Level Biology and 5 in Higher Level Chemistry.
Irish Leaving Certificate H1, H2, H2, H2, H3, H3
Scottish Higher/Advanced Higher
Not accepted without Advanced Highers at grades ABB
Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Accepted at grade B as equivalent to a third non-science A level at grade B.
Access 45 Level 3 credits in graded units in a relevant Diploma, including 30 at Distinction and a further 15 with at least Merit. 15 Distinctions are required in each of Biology and Chemistry. GCSE Mathematics and English grade C/4 also required.
14/01/2026
If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at University of Liverpool. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.
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