Biological Sciences (for intercalated students)

This course is currently not recruiting for September 2022.

Are you currently studying a medical related degree? Would you like to gain an insight into the exciting research that's at the foundation of some of the latest advances within the medical field? Perhaps you'd like to study new or alternative subjects that aren't covered on your current degree or develop your knowledge and skills in a field that complements your current area of study?

If you've completed at least two years of an undergraduate UK medical degree and wish to further develop your skills and knowledge to improve your career prospects, then this year-long programme is designed for you.

By studying Biological Sciences BSc (for intercalated students) at Brunel you'll gain an advanced knowledge and understanding in life science and the impact this has on biomedical science. You'll enhance your university experience and prepare for your future career by learning a more specialist pathway. Our programme provides you with the opportunity for personal self-development and an in depth study of biological sciences. 

On successful completion of this course, you'll gain an additional, research degree at the point of graduation (Biological Sciences BSc).

Within this one year course, you'll gain a range of strong practical skills alongside developing your research skill set. You'll benefit from being taught by academic experts who are actively involved in a wide range of world-leading research, where their knowledge will become yours. You'll learn how to conduct research related to pressing contemporary issues in the biomedicine industry that, coupled with the laboratory skills you'll acquire, will represent a perfect platform for you to begin a research career.

To find out more information on how this course is structured, click here.

Our Biological Sciences (for intercalated students) BSc is focused on helping you achieve your career ambitions and provides you with the opportunity to study a topic that isn't covered within your current degree, or to deepen your knowledge within a specialist field to improve your career prospects. You'll attain a comprehensive learning of both practical lab and research skills, which will form the ideal foundation for you to begin a research career within the medical industry. On successful completion of this course, you'll also gain an additional, research-based degree, at the point of graduation (Biological Sciences BSc).

Apply through UCAS.You will just need the course code from the relevant course page on our website and Brunel’s institution code, which is B84. UCAS provide full guidance for completing your application form on their system, which includes:

• How to complete the form
• Selecting up to 5 course choices
• Providing a personal statement
• Providing a reference
• Paying the UCAS course fee (if applicable)

You can also view our top tips for completing your UCAS application form, including your personal statement.

Apply through an international advisor
If you're an international or EU applicant you applying through one of our registered agents, then they will complete your application on your behalf. Please note we can only consider direct online applications through agents if you have not applied through UCAS and will not apply through UCAS for this year of entry. To find a Brunel University London registered agent in your country please check our specific country pages.

When to apply?

• For courses beginning September 2023, you must apply by 25 August 2023 (however some courses may close earlier than this, so we would recommend applying as early as possible). After this deadline applications will be accepted only if there are spaces on the course and there is sufficient time to progress your application (e.g. interviews, portfolios if required, the visa process for international students).

Completing the application form

You need to complete the form on UCAS.

You will be asked to provide the following information :

• Personal details
• Academic qualifications (level, subject, where studied, results, year taken)
• Work experience details (name of organisations, start and end dates)

You will be asked to submit supporting documents electronically, so you can upload scanned or photographed copies of the documents on MyApplications portal, you can also check your application status through this portal.