Biological Sciences with Professional Experience

University of Reading
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Sandwich 4 Years Biology

A-Level Entry

ABB - BBB

Avg. Graduate Salary

£24,000

About this course

Our BSc Biological Sciences with Professional Experience course enables you to develop your knowledge of biology around your specific interests, whilst gaining valuable industry experience. This four-year course includes a professional placement year, which takes place between your second and third year of study.

The majority of modules in our biological sciences course are optional, giving you the opportunity to cover a broad range of topics or specialise in a particular area such as ecology and wildlife or human biology. Within environmental biology, you'll develop an understanding of ecology, conservation biology and humankind's impact on biodiversity. Within biomedical subjects, you can focus on topics such as human physiology and the basis of disease. During your final year, you'll have the chance to spend 11 weeks working on an original research project using our cutting edge facilities and equipment.

The course has a strong practical element, providing you with valuable experience of laboratory work and an opportunity to learn key molecular genetic and cell biology techniques.

For more information, please visit our course page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/biological-sciences-ug/bsc-biological-sciences-with-professional-experience

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades ABB - BBB
Scottish Higher AABBB - ABBBB
BTEC DDD

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2119 Natural and social science professionals
2111 Chemical scientists
3111 Laboratory technicians
2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
2112 Biological scientists
3213 Medical and dental technicians

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Reading
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Biology
Avg. Graduate Salary
£24,000