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Bachelor of Biological Sciences with Foundation Year
- London, United Kingdom
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A four-year route to the degree in Biological Sciences that begins with an integrated foundation year.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (0 years): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop core knowledge and practical skills in Biological Sciences (with Foundation Year). Apply relevant methods to academic and professional problems. Communicate findings effectively and prepare for further study or employment in related fields.
Career outcomes
- Hospitals
- Biotech companies (UK Biocentre
- Oxford Nanopore)
- Zoos and conservation trusts
- Bioscience
- Biotechnology and healthcare
- Environmental agencies and consultancies
Curriculum
- A Foundation Year in Life Sciences supplies the science and maths background. Degree year 1 gives first experiences as a bioscientist with an optional residential field course and helps tailor module choices
- Year 2 covers molecular and cell biology
- Genomes and computational problem solving
- The final year builds professional skills.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Integrated foundation year for students who do not meet direct entry; course pages list UCAS tariff points (about 96-112) or international equivalents
- GCSE English grade 4 on some courses
- IELTS 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each component.
Accepted academic background
Secondary school qualifications that do not meet direct entry, See course pages and country pages
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0
- TOEFL iBT 78
- PTE Academic 59
- Cambridge 169
Documents you’ll need
- Qualification certificates if required
- Passport copy
- Recommendations or references if required
- Personal statement if required
- Portfolio if required
How to apply
- Check the course page for entry requirements and the international deadline . Apply through UCAS (institution code W50) using the course UCAS code. Provide qualifications and predicted results and a reference and a personal statement and proof of English. Some courses ask for a portfolio or interview. Meet offer conditions and pay the deposit by 27 August 2027. Request a CAS by 8 September 2027 (outside the UK) and apply for a Student visa with your passport. Enrol on 20 September 2027. Teaching starts 27 September.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £19,000 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | £5,500 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Cavendish, Central London |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Westminster Business School |
| Department | _ |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | Full-time |
| Post-study stay | 0 years |
| Scholarship note | University of Westminster has listed International Undergraduate Excellence Awards for selected international undergraduates. Available awards and deadlines depend on the intake year; the September 2026 award was listed as closed. Check current award eligibility for the selected intake. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
15 Aug 2027
274 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 15 Aug 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £19,000 GBP per year. The deposit is £5,500 GBP. The estimated living cost is £13,945 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 78, PTE Academic 59, Cambridge 169.