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Bachelor of Life Sciences

University of Essex International College

  • Colchester, United Kingdom
  • 0.67 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Bachelor

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About the program

Foundation year leading to RGU Life Sciences degrees such as Biomedical Science and Forensic and Analytical Science.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: yes
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2): no
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Apply scientific concepts and methods. Design or evaluate investigations. Analyze quantitative and qualitative evidence. Use laboratory or computational tools appropriately. Communicate scientific findings clearly and ethically.

Career outcomes

  • Research Scientist
  • Laboratory Analyst
  • Research Assistant
  • Quality Specialist
  • Scientific Officer

Curriculum

  • Two semesters at ICRGU. Modules: Biology (animal and plant biology)
  • Mathematics for life sciences
  • Chemistry (basic
  • Organic
  • Physical
  • Analytical)
  • Practical Skills (computing and safe laboratory practice) and Interactive Learning Skills and Communication. Leads to Year 1 of the chosen RGU BSc (Hons).

Entry requirements

Academic

  • At least 12 years of education (high school with sufficient grades)
  • UKVI IELTS 4.0-5.5 overall depending on course length
  • or an accepted equivalent.

Accepted academic background

Completion of at least 12 years of education (high school with good grades).

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • Passport Copy
  • English Language Test Results.

How to apply

  1. Check entry requirements and note there is no set application deadline (kaplanpathways. Com/how-to-apply/entry-requirements/uk/). Complete the online application form at kaplanpathways. Com/apply/. Send passport and previous UK visa copies
  2. A UKVI-approved English test certificate or accepted equivalent
  3. academic transcripts (certified translations if not in English). Receive a conditional or unconditional offer and return the acceptance form. Pay the 5
  4. 000 GBP tuition deposit or send a financial guarantee. Receive your CAS and apply for the Student visa. Arrival help: call the college arrivals number.

Other costs

Tuition per year£22,730 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£32,354 GBP

Program details

CampusColchester campus
Faculty or schoolUniversity of Essex International College
DepartmentLife Sciences
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value80
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2
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Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 0.67 years.