Program start date | Application deadline |
2025-01-01 | - |
2025-09-01 | - |
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BSc (Hons) Biology
Course options
- 3 years
- 4 years with foundation year
- 4 years with placement
Key facts
- STUDY OPTIONS 3 years
- START DATES January
- LOCATION Cambridge
- ENTRY UCAS code: C100
- FEES
- £9,535 UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)
- £18,600 International students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)
Teaching and assessment
Year 1
- Principles of Biology (30 credits)
- Mathematics for the Biosciences (15 credits)
- General Microbiology (15 credits)
- Animal Physiology and Behaviour (30 credits)
- Introduction to Ecology and Conservation (30 credits)
- Continuing Professional Development
- Into ARU
Year 2
- Principles of Genetics (15 credits)
- Ruskin Module (15 credits)
- Preparation for Research (15 credits)
- Continuing Professional Development
- Vertebrate Biology (15 credits)
- Invertebrate Biology (15 credits)
- Plants and Microbial Sciences (15 credits)
- Laboratory Techniques in DNA Manipulation (15 credits)
- Laboratory Techniques for Bioinformatics (15 credits)
- Field Skills in Biology (15 credits)
- Animal Health and Disease (15 credits)
- GIS and Spatial Ecology (15 credits)
- Proteomics and Molecular Structures (15 credits)
Year 3
- Undergraduate Project (30 credits)
- Developmental Biology and Genetics (15 credits)
- Policy, Globalisation, and Economics of Sustainability (15 credits)
- Biogeography (15 credits)
- Comparative Ecophysiology (15 credits)
- Human-Animal Interactions (15 credits)
- Microbial Pathogenicity (15 credits)
- Molecular Cell Biology (15 credits)
- Current Advances in Bioinformatics (15 credits)
- Current Advances in Plant and Microbial Sciences (15 credits)
- Current Advances in Evolution and Biodiversity (15 credits)
- Systems Biology (15 credits)
Facilities
- state-of-the-art laboratory facilities including a 200-station biosciences laboratory in our £45m Science Centre
- the chance to gain experience and build your employability skills on an optional placement year
- award-winning IT and library facilities
Careers
- Bioscience, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and healthcare industries
- Bioinformatics
- Commerce (sales and marketing) related to healthcare, agricultural, environmental sustainability products
- Data analysis/science
- Education: university, college and school teaching
- Environmental and conservation projects
- Quality control, food production, food industry and food safety
- Government departments and the civil service
- Government or charity-funded research laboratories and institutes
- Research and development for agri-environment industries
- Research laboratories in universities
- Science communication and public engagement
- Science policy
- Ecology
Entry requirements
- 112 UCAS Tariff points
- 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths
- If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University
Fees and paying for university
- £9,535 UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)
- £18,600 International students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)
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Life in Cambridge
- Our friendly, bustling campus is a stone’s throw from the centre of Cambridge, often described as the perfect student city.
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Program Outline
Careers:
The Biology course offers a large range of potential graduate avenues, across many areas of cutting-edge science, such as:
- Bioscience, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and healthcare industries
- Bioinformatics
- Commerce (sales and marketing) related to healthcare, agricultural, environmental sustainability products
- Data analysis/science
- Education: university, college and school teaching
- Environmental and conservation projects
- Quality control, food production, food industry and food safety
- Government departments and the civil service
- Government or charity-funded research laboratories and institutes
- Research and development for agri-environment industries
- Research laboratories in universities
- Science communication and public engagement
- Science policy
- Ecology
Tuition Fees and Payment Information:
UK students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year)
£9,250
International students starting 2024/25 (full-time, per year)
£16,700 You can pay your fees upfront, in full or in two instalments. We will ask for a deposit of £4,000 or a sponsorship letter Find out about paying your fees. For postgraduate courses, international ARU graduates are automatically considered for an International Alumni Scholarship, worth £3,000 off first-year fees.
Overview:
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is a global university with students from 185 countries. It is known for its innovative and entrepreneurial approach to education and research. ARU has been recognized as the Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023 and has received a Gold award for the quality of its education in the Teaching Excellence Framework.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
The context mentions that ARU is committed to creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for students, staff, and communities. It also highlights the university's focus on providing outstanding facilities and opportunities for student growth.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Ambition:
ARU is academically ambitious for its students and strives to provide high-quality education.Excellence:
ARU is ranked in the top 15% of universities in the UK for graduate employment and has been recognized for its excellence in education, social work, and sports science.Collaboration:
ARU fosters collaboration between students, businesses, and partners, and its courses are recognized by industry and professionally accredited.Impact:
ARU conducts impactful research that addresses pressing issues and makes a difference in the community.Enterprise:
ARU encourages entrepreneurship and provides mentorship, support, and start-up funding through the Anglia Ruskin Enterprise Academy.Enthusiasm:
ARU's can-do attitude and infectious enthusiasm set it apart from other universities.Academic Programs:
The context mentions that ARU offers a wide range of courses, including undergraduate, postgraduate, postgraduate research, college courses, apprenticeships, short courses, and distance learning programs. It also highlights the university's commitment to providing career-ready graduates.
Other:
The context mentions that ARU has campuses in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough, and Writtle. It also highlights the university's commitment to sustainability, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Entry Requirements:
- 112 UCAS Tariff points from a minimum of 2 A Levels (or equivalent), including grade C in Biology, Chemistry or Applied Science.
- 3 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English and Maths.
- If English is not your first language you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.0 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification, as recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.
Alternatives:
- UCAS Tariff points acquired from BTEC Level 3 Diplomas in a related subject are accepted.
- UCAS Tariff Points from Access to HE Diplomas in a related subject are accepted. A minimum of 15 credits in Biology or Chemistry are required.
- UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Advanced Highers are accepted, this must include a Pass in Biology or Chemistry.
- UCAS Tariff points from Scottish Highers are accepted, this must include a Pass in Biology or Chemistry.
- UCAS Tariff points from the Irish Leaving Certificate are accepted, this must include a Pass at Higher level in Chemistry or Biology.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- If English is not your first language, you'll need to make sure you meet our English language requirements for undergraduate courses.
- Check the section 'Standard entry requirements' for IELTS requirements for this course.