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Biotechnology (Including Year Abroad)

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
  • 4 Years
  • Full-Time
  • October 2027
  • Undergraduate
Colchester Campus
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Course summary

What is the BSc (Hons) Biotechnology?

The BSc (Hons) Biotechnology is a three-year degree, extendable to four with an optional year in placement or abroad.

You’ll gain a strong understanding of the uses, potential and implications of biotechnology, ready to find solutions for global crises such as climate change and the spread of antimicrobial resistance.

Why this course

The BSc (Hons) Biotechnology gives you a broad, research-led education in animal, plant and microbial biotechnology and a strong foundation in molecular and cell biology.

You’ll gain hands-on lab training and visit a range of biotech and agritech companies, readying you for your final-year research project and for future employment in this increasingly important field.

Add a placement year or study abroad to put your learning into practice, expand your perspective and build confidence in professional or international settings. Previous students have placed with GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), Proctor & Gamble (P&G), AquaTerra, AstraZeneca, Genzyme, Reckitt Benckiser, Thermo Fisher and Isogenica – some of our 40 partner labs.

You’ll graduate with the broad biological understanding and training in modern molecular techniques for careers in sectors such as biotechnology, pharma, aquaculture, agriculture and food, water, biomedical science and public health.

Who should apply

  • Future biotechnologists and biological scientists

  • Those wanting to use biotechnology to solve global and industrial problems

  • Students considering careers through a broad understanding of biology

  • Practical learners wanting field and professional experience

Modules

Course Modules

Many of our courses offer a choice of optional modules to tailor your learning experience. More information about these can be found on the University of Essex website.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Colchester Campus

Study options

  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • 4 Years

Start dates

  • October 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
C112
Institution code:
E70
Campus name:
Colchester Campus
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
C112
Institution code:
E70
Campus name:
Colchester Campus

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff 112-120

Offers will be made from a minimum of the equivalent of 2 full A-levels including C in Biology, Chemistry, Human Biology or Life and Health Sciences.

We accept A Levels, BTECs, Access to HE Diploma, International Baccalaureate, T Levels, AAQs and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff.

Whilst International A-levels and BTECs aren't on the tariff calculator, we assign them the same tariff points as their UK counterparts

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Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

We are committed to ensuring that all students with the merit and potential to benefit from an Essex education are supported to do so. We make Contextual Offers, of up to two A-level grades (or equivalent) below our standard conditional offer, to applicants from underrepresented groups residing in the UK.

Learn more on the University of Essex website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

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