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Biological Science with Education

  • BSc (Hons)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-time
  • 14 September 2026
  • Undergraduate
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University of East Anglia
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2026-2027
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Course summary

Overview
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.

  • Real-world placement: Gain practical teaching experience through an education placement

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

  • Hands-on experience: Complete laboratory work, a science communication project, an education placement, 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 a school placement. 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.

Disclaimer
Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk

This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2026.

Ways to study this course

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Study options

  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 14 September 2026

Apply by
14 January

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:
C11X
Institution code:
E14
Campus name:
Main Site
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1

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How to apply

Apply by
14 January

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
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

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Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

A level
ABB

Including grade B in Biology or Human Biology. Science A-levels must include a pass in the practical element. Critical Thinking and General Studies are not accepted.

Contextual offer: BBC

Where applicable Science A levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element. Critical Thinking & General Studies are not accepted.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM

In relevant subject, please see website for details. Excludes BTEC Public Services, BTEC Uniformed Services, BTEC Business Administration.

Please see UEA website for further information on accepted combinations.

Access to HE Diploma
D: 30 credits M: 15 credits

Science pathway with 12 level 3 credits in Biology.

Scottish Higher
AAABB

Including grade A in Biology or Human Biology.

Scottish Advanced Higher
BCC

Including Biology or Human Biology. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32 points

With Higher Level 5 in Biology.

Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal

Principal subjects and A-level combinations are considered - please contact us.

T Level
M

Accepted subjects are: Science.

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

UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes – please see our website www.uea.ac.uk/apply/undergraduate/contextual-admissions for further information.

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)66.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in any component)
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

English Language Equivalencieshttps://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.

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 contextual offers during clearing. Check our website for eligibility.

Learn more on the University of East Anglia UEA 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

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

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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.

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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