BSc Biological Sciences with Foundation Year
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biological Sciences, spanning cell biology, microbiology, ecology, conservation, and animal biology. Core topics include Data Analysis, Mathematical Modelling, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Students complete a team-based project in their second year and an individual final-year research project, presenting findings at a course research conference. The programme holds interim accreditation from the Royal Society of Biology.
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Entry requirements
72 UCAS points required from level 3 qualifications. These can include: A-Levels at grades B and C (if you have two A-Levels) or grades D, D and D (if you have three), or above BTEC Extended Diploma with Merit, Merit, Pass Access to HE Diploma T-Levels You also need GCSE English and Maths (grade 9-4 / A*-C) or Level 2 equivalents.
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What students say
Based on about 18 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 78%
- Assessment and feedback: 78%
- Academic support: 89%
- Organisation and management: 74%
- Learning resources: 95%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 25%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Gold for student experience, Bronze for student outcomes.
Modules
- Applied Health Professions
- Introduction to Applied Science
- Laboratory Practice
- Mathematics: Essential Skills for Scientific Study
- Personalised Learning
- Study Skills for Success
- Cell and Microbiology
- Essential Skills for Bioscientists
- Fundamentals of Chemistry
- Fundamentals of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Genetics and Disease
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Bioinformatics and Systems Biology
- Research, Development and Leadership
- Genetics and Evolution
- Plants and Fungi
- Wildlife Conservation
- Behavioural Ecology
- Final Year Research Project
- Ecological Consultancy
- Animal Behaviour
- Vertebrate Biology
- Invertebrate Biology
Questions about this course
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biological Sciences with Foundation Year at University of West London?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Biological Sciences with Foundation Year at University of West London?
The typical offer is BC at A level. The average entrant had 97 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biological Sciences with Foundation Year at University of West London accredited?
Yes. Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Does BSc Biological Sciences with Foundation Year at University of West London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Biological Sciences with Foundation Year at University of West London?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.