Study Biology with Foundation Year at Sheffield Hallam University in the UK, College of Health Wellbeing and Life Sciences

Biology with Foundation Year

UK

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What will I learn?

Our BSc Biology course develops your knowledge and skills in biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, evolution, and animal, plant and microbial manipulation. You can adapt the degree to your interests, with a choice of modules in your third year. You can also transfer to the MSci route for a specialist year of research-intensive study.All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.You’ll be taught by experts on this course – all our staff are active researchers. Your learning will be linked to departmental research themes, ensuring your taught material is at the forefront of science. You’ll also have opportunities to complete your own research, and you’ll work on real-world projects alongside industry professionals to develop your commercial awareness.Duration- 4 (5 Year with placement year)

Which department am I in?

College of Health Wellbeing and Life Sciences

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
£18,000.00 (US$ 23,246) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Main Site

City Campus,

Howard Street,

Sheffield,

S1 1WB, Northern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (5 Years)

Tuition fees
£18,000.00 (US$ 23,246) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Main Site

City Campus,

Howard Street,

Sheffield,

S1 1WB, Northern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

UCAS points64From A levels to include at least 24 points in any one A level and at least 16 points from a science subject (biology/chemistry/human biology). Or BTEC National qualification in Applied Science. We do not accept general studies. For example:MPP in BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science.Pass overall from a T level qualification in either Health -Care Science or Science with D or E from core.A combination of qualifications, which may include AS levels and EPQ.GCSEEnglish Language at grade C or 4 or equivalent.Maths at grade C or 4 or equivalent.International Baccalaureate Diploma and those achieving 28 points

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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