Biological Sciences with Foundation BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Biological Sciences with Foundation BSc (Hons)
Our BSc Biological Sciences with Foundation course is ideal for anyone who is passionate about all aspects of biology, and can be tailored to match your interests. This four-year programme includes a year of foundational study that leads directly into the three-year course.
The majority of modules in our biological sciences course are optional, giving you the opportunity to cover a broad range of topics or specialise in a particular area such as ecology and wildlife or human biology. Within environmental biology, youll develop an understanding of ecology, conservation biol...
Our BSc Biological Sciences with Foundation course is ideal for anyone who is passionate about all aspects of biology, and can be tailored to match your interests. This four-year programme includes a year of foundational study that leads directly into the three-year course. <br/><br/>The majority of modules in our biological sciences course are optional, giving you the opportunity to cover a broad range of topics or specialise in a particular area such as ecology and wildlife or human biology. Within environmental biology, youll develop an understanding of ecology, conservation biology and humankinds impact on biodiversity. Within biomedical subjects, you can focus on topics such as human physiology and the basis of disease. During your final year, youll have the chance to spend 11 weeks working on an original research project using our cutting edge facilities and equipment.<br/><br/>The course has a strong practical element, providing you with valuable experience of laboratory work and an opportunity to learn key molecular genetic and cell biology techniques.<br/><br/>For more information, please visit our course page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/biological-sciences-ug/bsc-biological-sciences-with-foundation
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
10/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
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Codes/info
Course Code
C102
Institution Code
R12
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
B,B,B,C,C
A,B,B,B,B
BBBCC with Biology and a second science. Or ABBBB without Biology and a second science. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. Students taking Science subjects at A Level are encouraged to consider entry to the BSc without Foundation option.
Access to HE Diploma
D:18,M:27,P:0
Students taking Science subjects are encouraged to consider entry to the BSc without Foundation option.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
24
30
30 points without higher level Biology and a second science. Or 24 points with higher level Biology and a second science. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. Students taking Science subjects at A Level are encouraged to consider entry to the BSc without Foundation option.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
Students taking Science subjects are encouraged to consider entry to the BSc without Foundation option.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE Maths C (or 4), English Language or English Literature C (or 4), Science C (or 4)
Extended Project
B
In recognition of the excellent preparation that the Extended Project Qualification provides to students for University study, we now include achievement in the EPQ as part of a formal offer. Eligible applicants would receive two offers, our usual offer plus an alternative offer of a B in the EPQ and one grade lower in their A level subjects
A level
C,C,C
B,B,B
CCC with Biology and a second science. Or BBB without Biology and a second science. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. Students taking Science subjects at A Level are encouraged to consider entry to the BSc without Foundation option.
T Level
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £23,000 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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