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Biological Sciences BSc Hons
With science and its challenges making today’s global headlines, studying this research-led modular degree will help you develop the skills you’ll need to pursue a career in the science sector and beyond.
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What you will need to do
Apply by 29 Jan
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Points of entry for Biological Sciences BSc Hons
Year 1
Entry requirements for Biological Sciences and Biology at Durham University
Entry requirements are the formal requirements students need to meet to be considered for a place on a university course. But, each year many universities accept students with lower grades. The bar chart below shows the actual UCAS tariff points of students currently on this course.
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Required subjects for Biological Sciences BSc Hons at Durham University
Biology or Chemistry or Human Biology at A-level or equivalent, plus another science subject at A-level or equivalent are required. Psychology, Maths and Geography are all considered sciences for the purposes of admissions. Although PE is accepted as a third A-level, it is not a science for the purpose of admissions
Applicants taking Science A-levels that include a practical component will be required to take and pass this as a condition of entry. This refers only to English A Levels.
We do not include General Studies or Critical Thinking as part of our offer.
UCAS points for current students on Biological Sciences and Biology at Durham University
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26th July 23
Biological Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
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3rd July 15
Biological Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
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