Life Sciences (with a foundation year)

University of Sussex
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Biomedical sciencesBiology

A-Level Entry

CCC

About this course

About the course

If you want to learn from scientists tackling some of the world’s most important challenges – such as conservation, cancer and dementia – this Foundation Year is perfect for you.

On our Foundation Year, you’ll have the opportunity to explore exciting subjects in Life Sciences before you choose your degree. You’ll gain knowledge and experience of the content of different courses.

To prepare you for whichever course you pick, you learn both practical and academic skills in:

  • biology

  • chemistry

  • mathematics.

    This gives you the perfect grounding for your studies.

    Location

    Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.

    About the University of Sussex

    Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.

  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades CCC
    Scottish Higher CCCCC
    BTEC MMM

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

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

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    4 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Brighton
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Biomedical sciences, Biology