BSc Biology with a Foundation Year
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biology, covering the diversity of life from microorganisms to ecosystems. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Environmental Analysis, and Entrepreneurship. Students gain hands-on lab and field experience from their first year, working alongside researchers. The course includes a final-year research project and a dedicated module on global challenges in biology.
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Entry requirements
A level: CDD including either a Science subject (i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Physics), Sport, Psychology or Mathematics at grade D OR CCC including at least two subjects from the following areas: humanities, computing, art and design, English language or literature. IB: 80 Tariff points, typically H5, H4, H4 from three HL subjects including HL Science subject, Sport, Psychology or Maths at 4 or SL Science subject, Sport, Psychology or Maths at 6
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What students say
Based on about 10 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 72%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 83%
- Learning resources: 80%
- Student voice: 76%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 6 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 15%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 20%
- Sales occupations: 15%
- Sports and fitness occupations: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 30%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 180 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 3%
- East Midlands: 4%
- West Midlands: 3%
- East of England: 13%
- London: 35%
- South East: 36%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Bioscience Skills: Introduction to Experimental Techniques and Data Analysis
- Molecules of Life
- Bioscience Skills: Advancing Experimental Techniques and Data Analysis
- From Cells to Evolution
- Diversity of Life
- Principles of Ecology and Biogeography
- Molecular Genetics
- Bioscience Skills: Developing as an Independent Scientist
- The Microbial World
- Plant Biology
- Animal Form and Function
- Cellular Organisation and Processes
- Applied Ecology and Conservation
- Research Project
- Future Outlooks in Biology
- Biology of Ageing
- Enterprise and Entrepreneurship
- Climate Change and Conservation
- Saving Endangered Species
- Evolutionary Ecology and Conservation Genetics
- Neuroscience
- Frontiers in Virology and Immunology
- Cancer Biology and Therapy
- Applied Bioinformatics and Genomics
- Science Communication & Public Engagement
- Sustainable Agriculture
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biology with a Foundation Year at University of Kent earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months, £25,000 after 3 years, £34,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,000 and £41,000. The £34,500 median after five years is £4,000 more than the UK median for Biology.
What do graduates of BSc Biology with a Foundation Year at University of Kent do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biology with a Foundation Year at University of Kent?
92% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Biology with a Foundation Year at University of Kent?
The typical offer is CDD at A level. The average entrant had 70 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biology with a Foundation Year at University of Kent accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
How many students continue on BSc Biology with a Foundation Year at University of Kent?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.