Biological Sciences

University of Brighton
Undergraduate (Integrated Masters) 4+ Year Degree Msci (Hon) Full-time 4 Years Biomedical sciencesBiology

A-Level Entry

ABB - BBC

UCAS Points

112 - 128 points

About this course

Biological scientists play a crucial role in advancing our understanding of life forms and processes, leading to life changing innovations in areas such as medicine, agriculture and environmental conservation.

Our Biological Sciences MSci includes an extra year of in-depth study at masters level, so you can develop advanced research skills and specialise in the areas you are most interested in.

You’ll explore biological systems at molecular, cell, tissue and whole organism levels. Through practical, research-driven teaching, you will learn to apply scientific knowledge and investigative skills to help find solutions to environmental and societal issues.

This course offers a guaranteed interview scheme with the Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) for students wishing to pursue a degree in medicine. See the careers section for more information about entry and eligibility criteria.

Top reasons to choose this course

  • Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology

  • Guaranteed interview scheme with BSMS medical school

  • Fieldwork opportunities including optional trips to destinations such as South Africa.

  • Specialist facilities such as our Image Analysis Unit and purpose-built ecology, microbiology, molecular biology and tissue culture labs.

  • Learn with internationally-recognised researchers who specialise in areas including human physiology, diabetes, genomics, disease processes, and ecology and conservation.

  • Guest lectures and optional placement year.
  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades ABB - BBC
    UCAS Tariff Points 112 - 128 points
    BTEC DDM - DMM

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: Msci (Hon)

    Location: Brighton

    Sandwich

    Duration: 5 Years

    Qualification: Msci (Hon)

    Location: Brighton

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
    3119 Science, engineering and production technicians
    1211 Managers and proprietors in agriculture and horticulture
    3111 Laboratory technicians
    2112 Biological scientists
    9112 Forestry and related workers

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Master of Science (with Honours) - Msci (Hon)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Brighton
    Scheme
    Undergraduate (Integrated Masters)
    Subjects
    Biomedical sciences, Biology