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Biological Sciences Foundation (1+3)

University of Liverpool

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Intended for adult learners or undergraduates who wish to take up Biology but do not have the appropriate subject background, Biological Sciences offers a foundation year at nearby Carmel College. This is not a programme in itself but acts as a springboard onto other Life Science degrees. This deferred choice programme means that you have the flexibility and freedom to switch to your chosen degree after completing the foundation year (Year Zero).The aim of this programme is to make you an expert in one particular field with the ability to cross discipline boundaries, a highly attractive prospect to employers.Year Zero comprises introductory modules taught at Carmel College. Years One, Two and Three will continue at Liverpool following the chosen area of interest through to BSc (Hons) or MBiolSci (Hons) completion.Programme options are:- Biochemistry (C700)- Biological and Medical Sciences (C130)- Biological Sciences (C100)- Genetics (C400)- Human Physiology (B120)- Microbiology (C500)- Pharmacology (B210)- Tropical Disease Biology (C111)- Zoology (C300).

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University of Liverpool

University of Liverpool

  • University League Table

    23rd

  • Campus address

    University of Liverpool, The Foundation Building, 765 Brownlow Hill, Liverpool, Liverpool, L69 7ZX, England

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    27th out of 91 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 218
    150 69%

    31st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    77.0 77%

    39th

    11

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.04 76%

    57th

    8

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