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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
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What you will need to do
Apply by 29 Jan
What you won’t need to do
Audition for a Place
Attend an interview
Submit a portfolio
Pass an entry test
Points of entry for Biological Sciences with Foundation BSc Hons
Foundation
Entry requirements for Biological Sciences and Biosciences at University of Reading
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 with Foundation BSc Hons at University of Reading
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.
UCAS points for current students on Biological Sciences and Biosciences at University of Reading
English language requirements
6.5
Additional details
We require a minimum score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each element of the test (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing).
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How good is this course?
Most relevant Student Reviews for Biological Sciences at University of Reading
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2nd December 24
Zoology, BSc Hons FullTime
Interesting professors delivering interesting lectures read more
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member9125216
28th November 24
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Great for providing an understanding of anatomy of vertebrates and some invertebrates. Also covers cellular structure and functions. read more
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member10115164
18th September 24
Ecology and Wildlife Conservation, BSc Hons FullTime
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member8115079
18th September 24
Zoology with Foundation, BSc Hons FullTime
I loved my course and the teaches/lecturers on it. The course was very basic but you'd expect that from a foundation and It was the second chance I needed after a levels didn't go to plan. I'm now onto the first year of the course and couldn't be happier read more
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member497947
24th January 24
Zoology with Foundation, BSc Hons FullTime
I’m excited to learn more about animals read more
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member1082572
28th March 23
Zoology, BSc Hons FullTime
It’s been going well I think the lectures could definitely be made more fun however when a subject that contains a lot of latin it makes the student less interested so it could be hard to somehow make it more interactive read more
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member1381569
17th March 23
Ecology and Wildlife Conservation, BSc Hons FullTime
interesting course, some great lecturers, some not so good but overall i would definitely recommend it read more
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jessjxo
6th June 19
Zoology, BSc Hons FullTime
Haven’t seen my tutor all year but very interesting course!!!! read more
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member537890
14th May 19
Zoology, BSc Hons FullTime
I enjoy my course because I like the content in general however there is a lack of staff and resources so I feel we dont receive the level of teaching we pay for. There are very few seminars or small group sessions and so I dont feel like I know any of the staff or my personal tutor, however they are improving the tutor system. We have been given hardly any advice on future work and jobs apart from being told to apply for placements and a lot of it is not course specific. Some of the staff are good lectures but they all have too much going on to put their best efforts into teaching and other members of staff are knowledgable but not very good at teaching at all. read more
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member1037619
3rd May 19
Zoology, BSc Hons FullTime
Lots of fun and very interesting. Dr. Baker is a superb lecturer and there are many others. You do get the odd lecturer that’s not great but that’s a rare occurrence. read more
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Jennywatkins
3rd December 15
Zoology, BSc Hons FullTime
I think tuition fees are too high but that's a different boat. The teaching is as good as an lecture where you're writing notes. A lot for the time we have to find out deadlines ect via other students which isn't so good. Personal tutor is amazing. Course content is good covering a wide variety of topics but haven't really been told much about jobs. read more
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Luis Gustavo
19th October 15
Ecology and Wildlife Conservation, BSc Hons FullTime
Course well balanced between theoratical and practical lectures, handy online blackboard for additional content, great job prospects and awesome teachers read more
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member129420
29th June 15
Zoology, BSc Hons FullTime
Honestly the best zoology course in the country. The lecturers are AMAZING and you won't find better facilities anywhere else. The opportunities available to you are incomparable. read more
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Most relevant Student Reviews for Biosciences at University of Reading
member585351
28th April 23
Biological Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
Biological sciences is a great course for anyone interested in biology and wants to learn in more take detail about the intricacies of multiple systems in life, providing a huge variety in module selection from from the macro scale in ecology to the microscopic scale in cellular genetics. read more
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Member13957372
17th May 19
Biological Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
As I started this year by carrying out a foundation year. I found it difficult to enjoy the course content as it was very similar to A Levels. But the teaching quality was better and I felt better knowing next year I have a solid understanding of how the department works and who I can speak to if I need advice. read more
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mwahehe951
24th May 15
Biological Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
Overall teaching quality was good and I thoroughly enjoyed most of my modules, there is a lot of choice among modules. However, contact time with personal tutor often seemed pointless read more
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