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Biological Science with Education

Course details
  • Bachelor of Science (with Honours)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 13 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Main Site
Awarded by:
University of East Anglia

Course summary

Why BSc Biological Sciences with Education at UEA?

Explore how living systems work while learning to communicate science clearly and effectively. Ideal if you want to understand life’s complexity and inspire others to engage with biology.

Why choose UEA

  • Real-world insight: Gain education based professional experience

  • Flexible studies: Choose from a wide range of modules and specialise in later years

  • Hands-on experience: Complete laboratory work, a science communication project and an independent research project

What is Biological Sciences with Education?

Our Biological Sciences with Education degree lets you explore the fascinating world of biology while developing valuable experience in education. You’ll investigate how living systems function, from molecules and cells to organisms and ecosystems. You’ll learn how scientific knowledge can be communicated and taught effectively.

On this dual-focus course, you can choose from the same wide range of modules available to BSc Biological Sciences students, allowing you to tailor your studies to your interests. Alongside this, you’ll take dedicated modules from our Education course, including an education theory module and an educational insights experience, which may include placement or professional learning. This will give you an insight into teaching and learning, as well as valuable real-world experience.

This degree is ideal if you’re passionate about science and interested in sharing that passion with others. It’s a great choice if you’re considering careers in science education, science communication, outreach, or other interdisciplinary fields. It’s ideal if you’re looking for a degree that combines scientific knowledge with educational insight.

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:
C11X
Institution code:
E14
Campus name:
Main Site

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

GCSE Requirements: GCSE English Language grade 4 or C and GCSE Mathematics grade 4 or C.

We welcome a wide range of qualifications - for further information please visit our website www.uea.ac.uk

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component).

https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/our-admissions-policy/english-language-equivalencies We welcome applications from students from all academic backgrounds. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including speaking, listening, reading and writing). We will also accept other English language qualifications. Please check our website for details https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/our-admissions-policy/english-language-equivalencies

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.

https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/undergraduate/contextual-admissions

This course may make contextual offers. This means that we use additional information to understand and recognise your potential to succeed at UEA. Using this insight, we could provide you with an offer with reduced entry requirements to study at UEA. You don’t need to do anything to be considered – if eligible we will process your contextual offer automatically, based on the data we hold in your application. We do not make context

International entry requirements

We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. For specific details about your country, view our information for International Students https://www.uea.ac.uk/study/international-students/country-map

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.

Not enough data available

We are unable to show previous accepted grades for this course. This could be because the course is new, it's a postgraduate course, there isn't enough historical data, or the provider has opted out of sharing their entry grades data for this course - learn more.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland£10050
International£29300

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.

Additional fee information

Tuition fees are reviewed annually and subject to increase. Some fees are regulated by the UK government and will be changed in line with advice from them. Fees for continuing students (i.e. those on courses of greater than one year in length) will normally increase annually. This increase will not exceed 4% or the % increase of the UK Government regulated fee whichever is higher. The fee increase is based on the fee for the year that you register. For further information about additional costs for your course and information on fee status please see our website.

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