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Bachelor of Biological Sciences
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
- Las Vegas, United States
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
A three-year BSc applying biology to health, Biotechnology, Conservation and sustainability, With an MBiol option.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply concepts and methods in Biological Sciences to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in and a final project.. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Hospitals
- Biotech companies (UK Biocentre
- Oxford Nanopore)
- Zoos and conservation trusts
- Bioscience
- Biotechnology and healthcare
- Environmental agencies and consultancies
Curriculum
- Year 1 builds a foundation in being a bioscientist with an optional residential field course. Year 2 deepens molecular biology
- Cell biology and genomes and adds computational skills. Year 3 (or 4 with placement) specialises
- With options from molecular biology of cancer to wildlife conservation
- And a final project.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary school (high school) transcript with certified English translation
- transfer applicants: college transcripts
- SAT/ACT not required for international students
Minimum GPA
3
Accepted academic background
Secondary school (high school) transcript with certified English translation, transfer applicants: college transcripts, SAT/ACT not required for international students
Language tests
- IELTS 6
Documents you’ll need
- High School Transcripts
How to apply
- Complete the UNLV application or Common Application for first-year admission. Pay the application fee. Submit required academic records and supporting evidence. Check your admission status and follow the international student instructions.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $32,926 USD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $95 USD |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Las Vegas main campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | College of Sciences |
| Department | School of Life Sciences |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 120 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 1 year |
| Scholarship note | International undergraduate applicants may be considered for merit-based awards, including scholarships previously listed at 5000-7000 USD annually. Check the current award cycle and financial-aid application requirements; awards are not guaranteed. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
1 Dec 2026
17 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
The next deadline is 1 Dec 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $32,926 USD per year. The application fee is $95 USD. The estimated living cost is $16,705 USD.
The minimum GPA is 3. Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.

