Science Extended Degree leading to a BSc(Hons) Degree

About the course

Ready to jumpstart your education in the sciences? Our Science Extended Degree leading to a BSc(Hons) degree aims to provide you with a solid foundational understanding of the four main disciplines of biology, chemistry, physics and maths. Throughout the one-year duration of this course, you’ll complete five modules in the following:

• Maths and Physics
• Biology
• Chemistry in Action
• Scientific Investigations
• Science Skills

On successful completion of this year (you must pass all five modules), you'll be able to continue onto the first year of your degree in the following science subject areas: 

• Biological Sciences*** 
• Chemistry and Chemical Engineering* 
• Forensic Science 
• Optometry** 
• Pharmacy**

Please note, many of the courses offered by the School of Applied Sciences are offered ‘with a research placement’. If you wish to progress on to a ‘with research placement’ degree, you will be required to achieve an overall pass of at least 50 per cent. 

*Progression onto Chemical Engineering BEng(Hons) is dependent on achieving a minimum pass mark of 60 per cent in the Maths and Physics module. Progression onto Chemical Engineering MEng is also dependent on achieving a minimum pass mark of 60 per cent in the Maths and Physics module, plus an overall pass mark of at least 70 per cent. 

**Progression onto Optometry and Pharmacy is dependent on meeting stringent performance levels in the Science Extended Degree. You must pass all modules with an overall pass mark of at least 70 per cent. Plus at least 70 per cent in the Chemistry module and 70 per cent in the Maths and Physics module. You may also undertake an interview with the Optometry or Pharmacy admissions staff. 

*** Progression onto Biomedical Science BSc(Hons) is subject to a pass in all modules with an overall pass mark of at least 50 per cent. 

Why study Science Extended Degree Leading to a BSc(Hons) Degree

You’ll be taught by academic and industry experts through lectures, tutorials and laboratory practicals in our modern facilities and state-of-the-art labs. This course will challenge you, open your mind to potentially new learning techniques and equip you with the scientific knowledge and practical skills needed to prepare you for your further studies.

Should you need any support throughout your educational journey, our team of professional, dedicated and friendly staff are available to assist you. You’ll even find support outside the classroom with the help of our academic skills tutors and your very own personal tutor. These tutors will aid you in developing your writing style, understanding the material, and preparing for exams.

Entry requirements

If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent. Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our International Entry Requirements page.

Other suitable experience or qualifications will be considered. For further information please see the University's minimum entry requirements.

Applicants may be invited to take a test and interview if their qualifications do not meet our minimum criteria.