BSc Biological Sciences with Foundation
About this course
BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences with Foundation, an undergraduate degree in Biological Sciences, provides a comprehensive academic grounding from introductory concepts to advanced specialisation. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Clinical Skills, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The curriculum begins with a foundation year designed for entry without standard qualifications, followed by progression into core undergraduate study culminating in an independent final-year project. The course starts with Year 0 modules such as Biology, Bioscience in Action, and Chemistry, which establish essential academic and scientific competencies. Year 1 advances through core studies including Applications of Biological Sciences, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, and Human Physiology, alongside optional choices like Biological Chemistry and Fundamentals of Pharmacology. Year 2 covers Contemporary Global Challenges in Biology, Metabolic Biochemistry, Molecular Biology and Genetics, and Research Methods, with optional subjects such as Bioinformatics and Neuroscience. The final year focuses on Applied Biotechnology, Designing a Sustainable World, and the Final Year Project in Life Sciences, supplemented by optional modules like Cancer Biology and Gene Editing and Genomics.
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Entry requirements
A levels – DEE (56 UCAS Tariff points). T levels – 56 UCAS Tariff points. International Baccalaureate – 56 UCAS Tariff points from all components of the Diploma Programme. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme will be considered on a case-by-case basis. BTEC Extended Diploma – MPP. BTEC Diploma – MM. Access – 56 UCAS Tariff points from the Access course. If your first language is not English, you will need an IELTS of 5.5 overall, with 5.5 in each component. Mature entrants without formal qualifications will be considered on an individual basis. We also welcome applications from students who are taking a combination of qualifications listed above. For further information, please contact Course Enquiries.
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What students say
Based on about 17 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 87%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 79%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 83%
- Learning resources: 79%
- Student voice: 65%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 55 students who started
- Continued on course: 79%
- Left higher education: 11%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 9%
What graduates do next
Based on about 19 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 25%
Most common jobs
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 20%
- Administrative occupations: 15%
- Sales occupations: 15%
- Teaching Professionals: 5%
- Artistic, literary and media occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 35%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 20%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 25%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 275 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 77%
- South East: 10%
- South West: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 45 students who started
- A levels: 95%
- Access course: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Biology
- Bioscience in Action
- Chemistry
- Critical Thinking in a Changing World
- Introduction to Academic Practice
- Introduction to Physiology
- Applications of Biological Sciences
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Human Physiology
- Professional Development in Science (PRoDS)
- Biological Chemistry
- Fundamentals of Pharmacology
- Science: History, Philosophy and Practice
- Contemporary Global Challenges in Biology
- Metabolic Biochemistry
- Molecular Biology and Genetics
- Research Methods
- Bioinformatics
- Exploring the Microbial World
- Human Parasitology
- Medical Physiology
- Molecular and Cellular Therapeutics
- Neuroscience
- Applied Biotechnology
- Designing a Sustainable World
- Final Year Project in Life Sciences
- Applied Medical Science
- Cancer Biology
- Gene Editing and Genomics
- Global Ethics
- Life: Origins and Evolution
- Medical Microbiology in the Genomics Era
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biological Sciences with Foundation at University of Westminster earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months, £24,000 after 3 years, £28,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,000 and £36,500. The £28,500 median after five years is £6,000 less than the UK median for Biosciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biological Sciences with Foundation at University of Westminster do next?
70% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biological Sciences with Foundation at University of Westminster?
87% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Biological Sciences with Foundation at University of Westminster?
The typical offer is DEE at A level. The average entrant had 96 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biological Sciences with Foundation at University of Westminster accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
Does BSc Biological Sciences with Foundation at University of Westminster include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Biological Sciences with Foundation at University of Westminster?
79% of students continued into their second year, and 11% left higher education.