Course Overview

Lecturers at University Centre Shrewsbury have specialist knowledge and research experience in human, animal, plant, and microbial organisms. You will also be taught by visiting lecturers from academia and industries – including the NHS – who are leaders in their respective fields.

You will cover a wide range of topics to support and extend your knowledge. The theory will then become more applied as you progress into Years 2 and 3. At this point, you will have the option to specialize in one of the three key thematic areas of modern bioscience – animal, plant, or microbial systems – since the modules offered in Years 2 and 3 provide the flexibility for you to build a bespoke course that meets your interests.

The options to study a more broad range of topics are also available, allowing those who would prefer a more interdisciplinary approach to bioscience to still tailor their own degree and set them up for a broader range of careers or to provide a strong foundation for postgraduate study.

The development of specific skills such as biochemical analysis, cell culture, aseptic technique, genetic analysis, and microscopy will be grounded in core bioscience skills such as critical analysis, data analysis, and experimental design.

The department has links with local industries, biotech companies, and agricultural industries, plus several research groups based at University Centre Shrewsbury, allowing for networking opportunities for students.

General Eligibility

GCE A Level:

A minimum of 112 UCAS points from GCE A Level or equivalent to include one of the following subjects: Biology, Applied Science.

BTEC:

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science / Animal Management: DMM

T Level:

T Level (Science) - Merit

Irish/Scottish Highers:

Irish Highers - H3, H3, H3, H3, H4 including H3 in Biology

Scottish Highers - BBBB including Biology

International Baccalaureate:

26 points including 5 in HL Biology

Access requirements:

Access to HE (Science) Diploma to include 45 credits at Level 3 of which 30 must be a Merit.

OCR:

OCR National Extended/Diploma in Applied Science at merit profile, or any other subject in combination with one of the GCE A level subjects listed above.

Extra Information / General Entry Requirements:

Welsh Baccalaureate (core) and Level General Studies will be recognized in our offer. We will also consider a combination of A Levels and BTECs/OCRs.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS Academic: Undergraduate: 6.0 (minimum 5.5 in each band)