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# Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)

**Source**: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/biomedical-science-bsc-hons
**Parent**: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/

Discover the science at the heart of medical breakthroughs. Gain lab experience with real human specimens and develop skills for a career in health and science.

## Select your start date

- [September 2027](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/biomedical-science-bsc-hons)
- [September 2026](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/biomedical-science-bsc-hons/september-2026)

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## Key information

- ### Duration

  3 years full time
- ### Typical A-level offer

  ABB-BBB, including Biology
- ### UCAS code

  C702
- ### Start date

  September 2027
- ### Location

  [On campus - in person](#location)

### Why choose this course at Sussex?

- **Build the skills to open doors to a wide range of science and science-related careers, spanning research, healthcare and industry.**
- **Join the field at the heart of medical breakthroughs, gain hands-on lab experience and learn from our expert research-driven teaching.**
- **Benefit from Sussex’s Guaranteed Interview Scheme for Brighton & Sussex Medical School and specialise in medicine.**

Biomedical Science is at the heart of medical breakthroughs. That’s why this subject is vital to the world.

From Year 1, you get hands-on practical experience in our labs. Later on in your course, you’ll have the opportunity to explore real human specimens in our anatomy laboratory classes.

The course is flexible, and you can tailor your degree to your interests and career aspirations. You’ll be inspired by our modules exploring topics such as cancer, infectious diseases and vaccine development, and genomics and bioinformatics.

Throughout your time at Sussex, you’ll develop your practical, analytical, problem-solving, communication and technical skills. You’ll learn via lectures, workshops, tutorials and seminars. Your teaching is underpinned by the research of our internationally renowned group of experts. They work at the forefront of biomedical research. You’ll be supported in a friendly community of scientists in the [School of Life Sciences](http://www.sussex.ac.uk/lifesci/), as well as staff from [Brighton & Sussex Medical School](https://www.bsms.ac.uk/) and NHS Trust.

Many Biomedical Science students aim to specialise in a branch of Medicine. This is why we offer a [guaranteed interview scheme](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/guaranteed-interviews-medicine) for Medicine at Brighton & Sussex Medical School, if you meet certain criteria.

When you graduate, you’ll have the data-handling and analytical skills for a wide range of science and science-related careers. Outside of Medicine, our graduates have taken on a variety of jobs in fields including:

- biomedical science
- biotechnology
- pharmaceutical research
- nutrition
- physiotherapy.

Our courses adapt to the latest demands of the working world and are informed by our Employer Advisory Panel of key organisations which hire our graduates. Our employability strand develops research skills, professional competencies, and includes dedicated sessions with our Careers and Entrepreneurship Team to help you bolster your CV, train for interviews, map out career trajectories, and more.

- **94%** of our research overall in Biological Sciences was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent [(REF 2021)](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/research/ref/results/by-unit-of-assessment)

### MSci or BSc?

We also offer this course as a [four-year MSci](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/biomedical-science-msci). [Find out about the benefits of an integrated Masters year.](http://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/guide-to-undergraduate-study#masters)

> My favourite thing about my course is the anatomy lab at the Brighton and Sussex Medical School. It’s a very hands-on experience.”Eldora Ch’ng\
> Biomedical Science BSc\

- [Video transcript](#)

  Eldora: My favourite thing about my course is that in second year, we get to do an anatomy lab at the Brighton and Sussex Medical School where we interact with cadavers, and it’s a very hands-on experience.

[How to apply](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply)

## Undergraduate Visit Days

Learn more about your chosen course, explore our distinctive campus, and meet our staff and students.

[Book a Visit Day](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/visit-us/undergraduate-visit-days/book-your-visit)

### On campus - in person

You’ll study for this degree on our campus, joining our academics and fellow students. With in-person contact time, digitally supported educational resources,
library collections and independent study, this course is designed to give you an inclusive education. Your learning experience may also include work placements, field trips,
studying abroad and internationalisation experiences.

[Find out about our beautiful campus](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/student-life/campus)

## Take our virtual tour

Be inspired by our beautiful campus and buzzing Brighton in this immersive 360° experience.

[Begin your tour](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/visit-us/virtual-tour/)

## 

As a founding partner of ResearchPlus, a collaboration of research-focused universities, we engage with government, industry and civil society to support economic growth, prosperity and wellbeing across the whole of the UK.

[Find out more](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/broadcast/read/69366)

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## Modules

- **Silver**
  The student experience and student outcomes are typically very high quality.\
  This rating was awarded in 2023, for four years.
  *[(Teaching Excellence Framework 2023)](https://www.officeforstudents.org.uk/advice-and-guidance/the-tef/about-the-tef/)*\
  [Find out more about our approach to teaching and supporting you to thrive](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/student-life/studying)

- [Year 1 at Sussex](#)

  ### Your modules

  #### Core modules

  Core modules are taken by all students on the course. They give you a solid grounding in your chosen subject and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most.

  ##### Autumn teaching

  - [Cells, Organisms and Systems](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/101437-cells-organisms-and-systems)
  - [Physiology and Disease](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/108617-physiology-and-disease)
  - [Skills, Ethics and Society](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/92415-skills-ethics-and-society)

  ##### Spring teaching

  - [Biochemistry and Metabolism](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/105648-biochemistry-and-metabolism)
  - [Cell and Molecular Biology](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/100097-cell-and-molecular-biology)
  - [Research Methods in Molecular Genetics and Biochemistry](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/105515-research-methods-in-molecular-genetics-and-biochemistry)

  #### Options

  Alongside your core modules, you can choose options to broaden your horizons and tailor your course to your interests. This list gives you a flavour of our
  options, which are kept under review and may change, for example in response to student feedback or the latest research.

  While it’s our aim for students to take their preferred combinations of options, this can’t be guaranteed and will be subject to timetabling. Options may be
  grouped and if so, students will be able to choose a set number of options from the selection available in any particular group.

  ##### Spring teaching

  - [Chemistry for Life Scientists](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/93157-chemistry-for-life-scientists)
  - [Neuroscience and Behaviour](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/92418-neuroscience-and-behaviour)

  ### Your degree

  From day one you’ll gain hands-on experience in our labs, learning to use professional biomedical equipment and techniques. You’ll build a strong foundation in cell and molecular biology, and get introduced to the topic of disease.

  #### Teaching

  Teaching methods typically include lectures and practicals, with some seminars.

  60%: **Lecture**\
   10%: **Seminar**\
   30%: **Practical**

  #### Assessment

  Assessment methods typically include written pieces, reports, problem sets, online tests and multiple-choice question-based exams.

  #### Contact hours and workload

  This year of study includes approximately 1,200 hours of work. This breaks down into about 250 hours of contact time and about 950 hours of independent study.

  Engage and actively participate throughout your studies to get the most out of your course.
- [Year 2 at Sussex](#)

  ### Your modules

  #### Core modules

  Core modules are taken by all students on the course. They give you a solid grounding in your chosen subject and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most.

  ##### Autumn teaching

  - [Cell Pathology, Physiology and Anatomy](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/93161-cell-pathology-physiology-and-anatomy)
  - [Human Genetics and Genomics](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/92435-human-genetics-and-genomics)
  - [Immunology & Infectious Disease](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/92215-immunology-infectious-disease)
  - [Research and Professional Skills I: Biomedicine](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/108697-research-and-professional-skills-i-biomedicine)

  ##### Spring teaching

  - [Cell Regulation and Pharmacology](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/104080-cell-regulation-and-pharmacology)
  - [Clinical Investigation of Disease](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/101796-clinical-investigation-of-disease)
  - [Developmental Biology](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/93238-developmental-biology)

  ### Your degree

  In Year 2 you’ll move to advanced topics including immunology, human genetics, pathology, haematology and microbiology. You’ll study the mechanisms that lead to diseases, the treatments and the diagnostic approaches currently in use in biomedical science laboratories. You’ll apply your learning to clinical case studies. You’ll also learn important research methods and how to interpret complex data sets using R.

  #### Teaching

  Teaching methods typically include lectures and practicals, with some seminars.

  65%: **Lecture**\
   5%: **Seminar**\
   30%: **Practical**

  #### Assessment

  Assessment methods typically include written pieces, reports, problem sets, group presentations, portfolios and short answer-based exams.

  #### Contact hours and workload

  This year of study includes approximately 1,200 hours of work. This breaks down into about 220 hours of contact time and about 980 hours of independent study.

  Engage and actively participate throughout your studies to get the most out of your course.
- [Experience Year](#)

  ### Study abroad (optional)

  Apply to study abroad – you’ll develop an international perspective and gain an edge when it comes to your career. [Find out where your course could take you](http://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/study-abroad/destinations)

  If your application to study abroad is successful, you’ll have to meet the academic requirements at Sussex and also at the partner university. [Find out more about studying abroad as a Sussex student](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/adqe/standards/studyabroad)

  ### Placement (optional)

  To help you gain experience and increase your employability, you can apply for an optional placement as part of your course. You’ll be responsible for applying for and securing your placement. Our dedicated careers team can provide you with information and advice. If you’re successful in obtaining a placement, this will form part of your course.

  [Find out more about placements and internships](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/careers/placement-internships)

  Recent Life Sciences students have gone on placements at:

  - Oroboros Instruments
  - Pfizer
  - the NHS.

  Please note that if you’re receiving – or applying for – USA federal Direct Loan funds, you can’t transfer to the version of your course with an optional study abroad period in any country or optional placement in the USA if the number of credits for the placement/internship exceeds 25% of the total credits for your course. Find out more about [American Student Loans and Federal Student Aid](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/studentlifecentre/funding/americanstudentloans)
- [Year 3 at Sussex](#)

  ### Your modules

  #### Core modules

  Core modules are taken by all students on the course. They give you a solid grounding in your chosen subject and prepare you to explore the topics that interest you most.

  ##### Autumn teaching

  - [Immunology in Health and Disease](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/94381-immunology-in-health-and-disease)

  ##### Autumn and spring teaching

  - [Third Year Bioscience Research Project](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/108699-third-year-bioscience-research-project)

  ##### Spring teaching

  - [Advanced Haematology](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/101435-advanced-haematology)

  #### Options

  Alongside your core modules, you can choose options to broaden your horizons and tailor your course to your interests. This list gives you a flavour of our
  options, which are kept under review and may change, for example in response to student feedback or the latest research.

  While it’s our aim for students to take their preferred combinations of options, this can’t be guaranteed and will be subject to timetabling. Options may be
  grouped and if so, students will be able to choose a set number of options from the selection available in any particular group.

  ##### Autumn teaching

  - [Cell Signalling and Therapeutics](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/105516-cell-signalling-and-therapeutics)
  - [Communicating STEM](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/94583-communicating-stem)
  - [Drug Discovery & Chemical Enterprise](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/92455-drug-discovery-chemical-enterprise)
  - [Programming for Life Sciences](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/105562-programming-for-life-sciences)
  - [Regulating Gene Expression](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/107143-regulating-gene-expression)

  ##### Spring teaching

  - [Genome Instability in Disease and Cancer](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/107145-genome-instability-in-disease-and-cancer)
  - [Genomics and Bioinformatics](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/107147-genomics-and-bioinformatics)
  - [Innovation in Bioscience and Medicine](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/94386-innovation-in-bioscience-and-medicine)
  - [Molecular Basis of Infectious Disease](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/94387-molecular-basis-of-infectious-disease)
  - [Molecular Neuropharmacology](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/107135-molecular-neuropharmacology)
  - [Neurobiology of Brain Disorders](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/modules/undergraduate/2026/107137-neurobiology-of-brain-disorders)

  ### Your degree

  In Year 3 you’ll take biomedically-related modules, and also have the opportunity to specialise in areas that interest you most with our range of options. A major highlight is your final-year research project, where you’ll work closely with our academics to design, carry out and present your own investigation. This prepares you for professional careers in healthcare and research, or further postgraduate study.

  #### Teaching

  Teaching methods typically include lectures and practicals, with some seminars.

  75%: **Lecture**\
   25%: **Practical**

  #### Assessment

  Assessment methods typically include written pieces, reports, problem sets, individual and group presentations, group written submissions, online tests, a dissertation, and exams that require longer answers and analysis of data.

  #### Contact hours and workload

  This year of study includes approximately 1,200 hours of work. This breaks down into about 180 hours of contact time and about 1,020 hours of independent study.

  Engage and actively participate throughout your studies to get the most out of your course.

### Spirit of Sussex Award

Feel involved in life at the University, make friends and enrich your experience with us – the Spirit of Sussex Award is our way of recognising your extracurricular and voluntary achievements.

[Find out more about the Spirit of Sussex Award](https://student.sussex.ac.uk/experience/award)

- [Video transcript](#)

  Hi everyone! As I'm sure you've all heard by now, the Spirit of Sussex Award is now live.

  Students across the Sussex community are already earning their points

  What will you do to earn yours?

  There's so many ways to get involved.

  Head over to the website to start your Spirit of Sussex journey.

  Text: The Spirit of Sussex Award is an exciting new programme designed to recognise and celebrate the things you do outside your course.

  Participating in the Award makes it easy and fun for you to get involved and make the most of university life.

We regularly review our modules to incorporate student feedback, staff expertise, as well as the latest research and teaching methodology. We’re planning to run these
modules in the academic year 2026/27. However, there may be changes to these modules in response to feedback, staff availability, student demand or updates to
our curriculum. We’ll make sure to let you know of any material changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.

**We’ll do our best to provide as much optional choice as we can, but timetabling constraints mean it may not be possible to take some module combinations. The structure
of a small number of courses means that the order of modules or the streams you choose may determine whether modules are core or optional. This means that your core modules or
options may differ from what’s shown here.**

**Check back in January 2027 for more details of the modules running in the academic year 2027/28.**

- [Video transcript](#)

  [Music starts – light pop – no vocals]

  #### On screen text

  Want to help shape a better world through science?

  Want to tackle real world problems?

  And create world-changing impact?

  It all starts at the University of Sussex.

  Our research focussed courses span the whole of Life Sciences:

  Chemistry

  Biochemistry

  Neuroscience

  Biology

  Zoology

  Ecology and Conservation

  Biomedical Science

  Genetics

  Using the latest in cutting-edge advances.

  Guided by world-leading experts.

  Gain hands-on experience, in both our teaching labs and out in the field.

  Influence important policies on things such as the pesticides that kill our wildlife, and policies that protect endangered species.

  Work towards unlocking the secrets of the brain and ending the despair of cancer and Alzheimer’s.

  Join a community of leading scientists and like-minded students striving to make the world a better place for all.

  And follow in the footsteps of our 3 Nobel-prize winning alumni.

  We’re here today, to train the scientists of tomorrow.

  And you could be one of them.

  Find out more about the School of Life Sciences at sussex.ac.uk

  [Music ends]

> I felt empowered to find my own path while also feeling secure that I was being guided in the right direction.”Gabrielle Boutin\
> Biomedical Science BSc\
> [Read Gabrielle’s story](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/student-stories/undergraduate/gabrielle-boutin)\

[How to apply](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply)

### Our experts

> The lecturers are incredible at taking complex concepts and making them easy to understand.”Ahmad Ebadi\
> Biomedical Science BSc

### Dr Leandro Castellano

Associate Professor in RNA Biology

[View profile of Leandro Castellano](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/437664)

### Dr Greig Joilin

Assistant Professor in Biochemistry and Biomedicine

[View profile of Greig Joilin](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/391052)

### Prof Erika Mancini

Professor of Biomedical Structural Biology

[View profile of Erika Mancini](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/355699)

### Dr Rhys Morgan

Associate Professor of Cancer Biology

[View profile of Rhys Morgan](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/455013)

### Dr Haruko Okamoto

Associate Professor in Biochemistry

[View profile of Haruko Okamoto](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/460041)

### Dr Mark Paget

Reader in Molecular Genetics

[View profile of Mark Paget](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/117009)

### Dr Frances Pearl

Associate Professor in Bioinformatics

[View profile of Frances Pearl](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/140897)

### Prof Zahid Pranjol

Professor in Biomedical Science Education

[View profile of Zahid Pranjol](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/489837)

### Dr Chrisostomos Prodromou

Emeritus Associate Professor

[View profile of Chrisostomos Prodromou](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/265617)

### Dr Joanna Richardson

Associate Professor

[View profile of Joanna Richardson](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/395320)

### Dr Lorraine Smith

Associate Professor

[View profile of Lorraine Smith](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/15560)

### Dr Alexander Stuart

Assistant Professor in Neuroscience

[View profile of Alexander Stuart](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/414895)

### Dr Camilla Tornoe

Associate Professor in Biology

[View profile of Camilla Tornoe](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/34846)

### Dr Benjamin Towler

Assistant Professor in Biochemistry and Biomedicine

[View profile of Benjamin Towler](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/247980)

### Prof Michelle West

Head of of School - Life Sciences

[View profile of Michelle West](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/116026)

### Dr David Wood

Assistant Professor in Immunology

[View profile of David Wood](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/207601)

### Dr Edward Wright

Associate Professor in Microbiology

[View profile of Edward Wright](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/profiles/427961)

[Apply now](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply)

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## Careers

- **86%**
  of Sussex undergraduates have completed work experience by the end of their course
  *(University of Sussex Career Readiness data at point of graduation 2023/24)*

Throughout your course, you’ll gain transferable skills including:

- time management
- communication skills
- analytical skills.

You can go on to graduate from medical school or to the expanding Physician Associate programmes. You can also pursue postgraduate study, leading to academic and applied medical research in the pharmaceutical industry, hospitals, universities and research institutes.

As a graduate, you’ll be prepared for a wide variety of careers spanning, research, healthcare and industry.

This course is not accredited by the [IBMS Institute for Biomedical Science](https://www.ibms.org/home/). This accreditation is only required for graduates considering a career within the NHS as a biomedical scientist. [Find out about IBMS accreditation at Criteria and Requirements for the Accreditation of BSc (Hons) in Biomedical Science](https://www.ibms.org/resources/documents/criteria-and-requirements-for-the-accreditation-and-re/)

#### Embedded employability

This course is designed to meet the latest demands of the working world. It’s informed by our Employer Advisory Panel of key organisations hiring our graduates.

Throughout your studies, you’ll develop research skills and professional competencies. Sessions with our Careers and Entrepreneurship Team will help you bolster your CV, train for interviews and map out career trajectories.

#### Where do our graduates work now?

Surveyed 15 months after finishing their courses, our recent [Biochemistry](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/subjects/biochemistry) and [Biomedical Science](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/subjects/biomedical-science) graduates worked for employers including:

- [Alzheimer’s Society](https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/)

- [Aspire Pharma](https://aspirepharma.co.uk/)

- [BGI](https://en.genomics.cn/)

- [IBM](https://www.ibm.com/uk-en)

- [NHS](https://www.nhs.uk/)

- [PrimeGlobal](https://www.primeglobal.net/)

- [Rare Disease Research Partners](https://www.rd-rp.com/)

- [The Francis Crick Institute](https://www.crick.ac.uk/)

- [VetPlus](https://vetplusglobal.com/).

 *(*[*Graduate Outcomes Survey*](https://www.graduateoutcomes.ac.uk/) *2017-2022)*  

#### What to do with a Biomedical Science degree

[Explore the careers you might be interested in after studying for a degree in Biomedical Science](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/careers/graduate-jobs/what-to-do-with-your-degree/what-to-do-with-a-biomedical-science-degree)

#### Working while you study

Our Careers and Entrepreneurship team can help you find part-time work while you study. [Find out more about career development and part-time work](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/careers/career-development)

> My degree helped me land an interview and gave me the chance to progress into my career. I’ve gained the academic discipline and confidence to go out and overcome any obstacle I put my mind to.”Khye Woodman\
> Biomedical Science BSc graduate\
> Drug Supply Co-ordinator, Thermo Fisher Scientific

### Design your future at Sussex

Taking the next step in your career can feel daunting, but we’ll help you to explore, connect and flourish throughout your studies and beyond.

As a Sussex student, you’ll learn how to tackle real-world challenges and have access to tailored programmes of careers support:

- our Career Lab helps you to explore your options, build key skills and connect with employers. Take part in internships, community
  consultancy projects and insight visits, where you can learn about life at organisations such as Brighton & Hove Albion Football Club, the Knepp Rewilding Project, and fashion brand Puig
- one-to-one appointments with your Faculty Careers Consultant can enable you to identify your career goals, write an effective CV and prepare for
  future interviews
- entrepreneurship initiatives like StartUp Sussex and Ideas Lab can empower you to turn your concepts into reality.

[Explore how our Careers and Entrepreneurship team can support you](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/careers)

- **Winner**
  Entrepreneurship Catalyst Award
  *[National Enterprise Educator Awards 2024](https://neea.org.uk/2024-shortlist)*
- **Winner**
  Supporting Student and Graduate Employability Award
  *[AGCAS Awards for Excellence 2024](https://www.agcas.org.uk/East-Midlands/News/university-of-sussex-wins-the-agcas-supporting-student-graduate-employability-award-2024/279351)*
- **Top 50**
  Best Universities for Work Experience in the UK
  *[2025 Higherin Awards](https://higherin.com/)*

[How to apply](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply)

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## Entry requirements

- [UK requirements](#tab-content-uk)
- [International requirements](#tab-content-international)

### A-level

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | ABB-BBB, including Biology |
| Contextual offer | View contextual offer   Not everyone has the same support to get to higher education – we help you reach your potential. When we receive applications through UCAS, we consider all factors and will sometimes make [contextual offers](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/offers/contextual-offers) as part of our [Access and Participation Plan](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/terms-and-conditions/access-agreements) |
| Subjects | A-levels must include Biology.  You will also need to pass the separate science practical assessment in Biology. If you are not able to take the science practical assessment, applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. |
| GCSEs | You will normally need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B). |
| Extended Project Qualification | We take the EPQ into account when considering your application and it can be useful in the summer when your results are released if you have narrowly missed the conditions of your offer.  We do not routinely include the EPQ in the conditions of your offer but we sometimes offer alternative conditions that include the EPQ. If you wish to discuss this further please [contact us](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/ask/) |

### Additional UK qualifications

#### Access to HE Diploma

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Pass Diploma with at least 39 level 3 credits at Merit or above including 24 credits at Distinction |
| Subjects | Substantial amounts of Level 3 credits in Biology. |
| GCSEs | You will normally need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B). |

#### Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects (including A-level mixes)

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | M1 M2 M2  If you have one A-level and two Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects we would expect you to have grade A at A-level and, M2 and M2 in two Pre-Us.  If you have two A-levels and a Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subject we would normally expect you to have grades AB at A-level and M2 in Pre-U. |
| Subjects | A-levels or Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects must include Biology or and another science (from the A-level listing above).  You will also normally need to pass the separate science practical assessment in Biology. If you are not able to take the science practical assessment, applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. |
| GCSEs | You will normally need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B). |

#### International Baccalaureate

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | 32 points overall from the full IB Diploma. |
| Subjects | You will need Higher Level in Biology grade 5. |

#### Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma and one A-level

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Grade B in A-level and Distinction, Distinction in Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma. |
| Contextual offer | View contextual offer   Not everyone has the same support to get to higher education – we help you reach your potential. When we receive applications through UCAS, we consider all factors and will sometimes make [contextual offers](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/offers/contextual-offers) as part of our [Access and Participation Plan](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/terms-and-conditions/access-agreements) |
| Subjects | A-level must be Biology and BTEC Level 3 National Diploma must be in Applied Science.  You will also normally need to pass the separate science practical assessment in Biology. If you are not able to take the science practical assessment, applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. |
| GCSEs | You will normally need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B). |

#### Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate and two A-levels

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Grades BB in A-levels and Distinction in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate. |
| Contextual offer | View contextual offer   Not everyone has the same support to get to higher education – we help you reach your potential. When we receive applications through UCAS, we consider all factors and will sometimes make [contextual offers](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/offers/contextual-offers) as part of our [Access and Participation Plan](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/terms-and-conditions/access-agreements) |
| Subjects | A-levels must include Biology at grade B.  You will also normally need to pass the separate science practical assessment in Biology. If you are not able to take the science practical assessment, applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. |
| GCSEs | You will normally need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B). |

#### Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma)

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | DDM |
| Contextual offer | View contextual offer   Not everyone has the same support to get to higher education – we help you reach your potential. When we receive applications through UCAS, we consider all factors and will sometimes make [contextual offers](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/offers/contextual-offers) as part of our [Access and Participation Plan](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/terms-and-conditions/access-agreements) |
| Subjects | The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma will need to be in Applied science and must include the following [modules](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/entry-requirements/btec-level-3-national-extended-diploma "BTEC entry requirements")  For the BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma, please contact admissions ug.applicants@sussex.ac.uk |
| GCSEs | You will normally need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics and two science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B). |

#### Scottish Highers

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | AABBB |
| Subjects | Highers must include Biology with at least grade B. |
| GCSEs | You will also need Scottish National 5 in Mathematics and two sciences at grade B. |

#### T Level

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | *The T Level in Science will be considered on a case-by-case basis.* |
| GCSEs | You will also need GCSE (or equivalent) in Mathematics and two science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B) |

#### Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | ABB from the Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate and two A-levels |
| Subjects | A-levels must include Biology and another science (from the A-level listing above). |
| GCSEs | You will normally need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade B in each (or grade 5). |

### International Baccalaureate

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | 32 points overall from the full IB Diploma. |
| Subjects | You will need Higher Level in Biology grade 5. |

### European Baccalaureate

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Overall result of at least 77%. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology (at least a score of 8).  You must also have a good level of Mathematics. |

### Additional international qualifications

#### Australia

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Relevant state (Year 12) High School Certificate, and between 88% to 85% in the ATAR or UAI/TER/ENTER,  or a Queensland OP of 4 to 5 or better. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Austria

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Reifeprüfung or Matura with an overall result of between 2.0 to 2.2 or better for first-year entry. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Belgium

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur (CESS) or Diploma van Hoger Secundair Onderwijs with a good overall average of 65% or more. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Bulgaria

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie with excellent final-year scores (normally 5.5 overall with 6 in key subjects). |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Canada

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) 70%-75% from 6 grade 12 U, U/C or M courses.  British Columbia Certificate of Graduation AABBB-BBBBB from 5 grade 12 courses.  We also recognise the High School Diploma from other provinces -including Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick- where we look for strong performance in grade 12 subjects, and the Diplome d'Etudes Collegiales (DEC) from Quebec. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### China

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | If you have the Goakao, we will consider applications for direct entry to first year. You would normally need an overall average of 75%, including required subjects.  We are also pleased to consider applications if you are following a recognised International Foundation Year or you have one or more years of Higher Education in China at a recognised degree awarding institution.  The Senior High School Graduation alone would not be sufficient for entry to our undergraduate degrees, but you may be eligible to apply for our [International Foundation Year](http://isc.sussex.ac.uk/our-courses/international-foundation-year). If you successfully complete an International Foundation Year, you can progress on to a relevant undergraduate course at Sussex.  Check which [qualifications the International Study Centre accepts](http://isc.sussex.ac.uk/entry-requirements/international-foundation-year) for the International Foundation Year. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Croatia

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Maturatna Svjedodžba with an overall score of between 4 and 4.2 |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Cyprus

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Apolytirion of Lykeion with an overall average of between 18/20 and 18.5/20 will be considered for first-year entry. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Czech Republic

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Maturita with a good overall average. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Denmark

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Højere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) or Studentereksamen with an overall average of at least 7 on the new grading scale. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Finland

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Pass Ylioppilastutkinto with overall final result between MMMM - EMMM |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### France

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | French Baccalauréat with overall final result between 12/20 and 13/20. |
| Additional requirements | You will need to be taking the science strand within the French Baccalauréat with good results (12/20) in Biology.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics. |

#### Germany

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | German Abitur with an overall result of 2.0 to 2.2 or better. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results (12/15) are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics. |

#### Greece

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Apolytirion with an overall average of at least 18 and 18.5 will be considered for first-year entry. You must also have either Apolytirion pathway in Biology with a score of 19 **or** the Pan Hellenic in Biology with an overall score of 17. |
| Additional requirements | You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Hong Kong

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) with grades of 5, 4, 4 to 4, 4, 4 from three subjects including two electives. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Hungary

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Erettsegi/Matura with a good average of at least 55544. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### India

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Standard XII results for entry into 1st year (depending on board and course choice):   - 70%-80% from ISC Indian School certificate of Education (CISCE) - 70%-80% from SSC All India Senior School Certificate Examination (CBSE) - 70%-80% Maharashtra HSC Higher Secondary Certificate - 70%-80% Tamil Nadu Board of Higher Secondary Education - 70%-80% Karnataka Secondary Education Examination Board - 70%-80% Telangana State Board of Secondary Education - 70%-80% Kerala Board of Higher Secondary Education - 80% Andhra Pradesh Board of Secondary Education - 80% Bihar School Examination Board - 80% Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board - 70% West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education   We will also consider students for entry into our integrated foundation years with 60+% |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Iran

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Where direct entry is unsuitable, we'll automatically consider you for one of our Foundation Years. Or you might want to apply to one of our International Foundation Years at the international Study Centre on Campus. Visit isc.sussex.ac.uk/our-courses/international-foundation-year or www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/foundation-years |
| Subject-specific knowledge | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Ireland

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level) at H1,H2,H2,H3,H3 to H2,H2,H2,H3,H3. |
| Additional requirements | Highers will need to include Biology with a score of H1.  You must have at least grade O3 in Mathematics. |

#### Israel

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | For first year entry at least 80% (or 8/10) in at least 6 subjects, including one 5 unit subject, in one sitting of the Bagrut. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Italy

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Italian Diploma Di Maturità or Diploma Pass Di Esame Di Stato with a final Diploma mark of between 78/100 and 81/100. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Japan

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Where direct entry is unsuitable, we'll automatically consider you for one of our Foundation Years. Or you might want to apply to one of our International Foundation Years at the international Study Centre on Campus. Visit isc.sussex.ac.uk/our-courses/international-foundation-year or www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/foundation-years |
| Subject-specific knowledge | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Kazakhstan

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Applicants with Nazarbayev Intellectuals Schools (NIS) Grade 12 Certificate may be considered. Thegrades in the offer will match the published A level requirements for each course. |
| Additional requirements | Where courses have specific subject requirements, these will be expected to be studied at Advanced level. |
| Subject-specific knowledge | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Latvia

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Atestats par Visparejo videjo Izglitibu with very good grades in state exams. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Lithuania

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Brandos Atestatas including scores of 80% in at least three state examinations (other than English). |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Luxembourg

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Pass the Diplome de Fin d’Etudes Secondaires with between 43-46 points overall. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Malaysia

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | at least Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with grades of BBB, Matriculation with a least a grade of 3.0 or UEC with an overall average grade B4 (70%) from 6 subjects. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Netherlands

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Voorereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO), normally with an average of at least 7. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Nigeria

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | You are expected to have one of the following:   - Higher National Diploma - One year at a recognised Nigerian University - Professional Diploma (Part IV) from the Institute of Medical Laboratory Technology of Nigeria - Advanced Diploma   You must also have a score of C6 or above in WAEC/SSC English.  Where direct entry is unsuitable, we'll automatically consider you for one of our Foundation Years. Or you might want to apply to one of our International Foundation Years at the international Study Centre on Campus. Visit isc.sussex.ac.uk/our-courses/international-foundation-year or www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/foundation-years |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Norway

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Norwegian Vitnemal Fra Den Videregaende Opplaering - Pass with an overall average of 4. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Pakistan

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | You can apply for direct entry to Year 1 if you are completing at least two years of Bachelor degree studies.  You'll normally need to complete a Foundation year after taking Intermediate Certificate or the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC). You might choose one of our International Foundation Years at the International Study Centre on campus. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Poland

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Pass Matura with least 3 Extended level subjects in the 75th percentile including Biology. |
| Additional requirements | You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Portugal

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Diploma de Ensino Secundario normally with an overall mark between 16/20 and 17/20. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Romania

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Diploma de Bacalaureat with an overall average between 8.0 and 8.5 including a score of 8 in Biology. |
| Additional requirements | You must have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Russia

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Applicants who have good grades in the Attestat o Srednem Obrazovami (Certificate of Secondary Education) and who have successfully completed the first year of a Russian University degree, with a minimum GPA of 4.0, will be considered for admission to the first year of our bachelor’s degree courses. |
| Subject-specific knowledge | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Singapore

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | A-levels, as well as certain certificates and diplomas. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Slovakia

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Pass Vysvedčenie o maturitnej skúške (Maturita) with an average grade above 2.0 from 4 subjects including Biology. |
| Additional requirements | You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Slovenia

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Secondary School Leaving Diploma or Matura with at least 23 points overall. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### South Africa

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | National Senior Certificate with very good grades. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Spain

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Spanish Título de Bachillerato (LOGSE) with an overall average result between 7.5 and 8.0. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Sri Lanka

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Sri Lankan A-levels. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Sweden

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Fullstandigt Slutbetyg/Högskoleförberedande Examen with a total of 2,500 credits to include B grades in the majority of subjects and to include grade B in Biology. |
| Additional requirements | You must have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Switzerland

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | Federal Maturity Certificate. |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### Turkey

|  |  |
| --- | --- |
| Typical offer | We'll consider students who have taken the Lise Diplomasi or Lise Bitirme, with a score of at least 4/5 or 80/100 in their final year, on a case by case basis for direct entry to year 1.  Where direct entry is unsuitable, we'll automatically consider you for one of our Foundation Years. Or you might want to apply to one of our International Foundation Years at the international Study Centre on Campus. Visit [isc.sussex.ac.uk/our-courses/international-foundation-year](http://isc.sussex.ac.uk/our-courses/international-foundation-year) or [www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/foundation-years](http://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/foundation-years) |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### USA

|  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |  |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Typical offer | We look at your full profile considering everything you are studying, including the High School Graduation Diploma, Grade 12 GPA, SAT tests and subject tests and/or ACT grades and AP tests. We expect to see a combination of these qualifications.  Alongside your High School Graduation Diploma, we would ideally like to see 3 good AP scores with either, a combined SAT test score (evidence-based reading and writing and mathematics) of 1300, or a combined ACT score of 26  **AP and SAT Subject tests**  Please check the individual course pages for our typical A-level offer and see below for the corresponding scores we would require from AP test scores:   |  |  | | --- | --- | | A Level requirements | AP test grades | | AAA | 555 | | AAB | 554 | | ABB | 544 | | BBB | 444 |     We will also accept a combination of any 3 AP tests and SAT subject test where a score of 600 in an SAT subject test can be substituted for an AP test in the above table  If you are applying for a degree with an A level subject requirement in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry or Biology will normally need to hold an AP test in that subject.  **College level credits**  We also accept college level 3-credit courses in academic subjects as the equivalent of a UK A Level on a case by case basis.  These can be combined with AP tests and or SAT subject tests  **Associate degrees**  An Associate degree with a GPA of 3.0 will meet our entry requirements for year 1.  **Foundation Year entry**  Students who have a High School Diploma and SAT or ACT tests only would be eligible to apply for our Foundation Year |
| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology with good results are essential.  You must also have a good level of Mathematics.  Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |

#### My country is not listed

If your qualifications aren’t listed or you have a question about entry requirements, [contact us](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/ask/)

### English language requirements

#### IELTS (Academic)

6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component

[Check your IELTS qualification meets all of our language requirements](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/international-qualifications/english-language-requirements)

[Find out more about IELTS](http://www.cambridgeenglish.org/exams/ielts/)

IELTS scores are valid for two years from the test date. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course.

We accept IELTS One Skills Retake.

### Other English language requirements

#### Proficiency tests

##### Cambridge Advanced Certificate in English (CAE)

169 overall, including at least 162 in each skill

[Check your Cambridge Advanced Certificate in English (CAE) qualification meets all of our language requirements](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/international-qualifications/english-language-requirements)

[Find out more about Cambridge English: Advanced.](http://www.cambridgeenglish.org/exams/advanced/)

We would normally expect the CAE test to have been taken within two years before the start of your course.

You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test.

##### Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)

169 overall, including at least 162 in each skill

[Check your Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) qualification meets all of our language requirements](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/international-qualifications/english-language-requirements)

[Find out more about Cambridge English: Proficiency.](http://www.cambridgeenglish.org/exams/proficiency/)

We would normally expect the CPE test to have been taken within two years before the start of your course.

You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test.

##### Pearson (PTE Academic)

59 overall, including at least 59 in all four skills.

[Check your Pearson (PTE Academic) qualification meets all of our language requirements](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/international-qualifications/english-language-requirements)

[Find out more about Pearson (PTE Academic).](http://pearsonpte.com/)

Please refer to our English language requirements above, and as listed for each of our [undergraduate courses](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/), to find the appropriate English level for the course you are applying for.

PTE (Academic) scores are valid for two years from the test date. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course.

We do not accept the PTE Academic Online test.

##### TOEFL (iBT)

80 overall, including at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, 17 in Writing.

[Check your TOEFL qualification meets all of our language requirements](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/international-qualifications/english-language-requirements)

[Find out more about TOEFL (iBT)](https://www.ets.org/toefl).

TOEFL (iBT) scores are valid for two years from the test date. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course.

The TOEFL Institution Code for the University of Sussex is 9166.

#### English language qualifications

##### AS/A-level (GCE)

Grade C or above in English Language.

Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (HKALE)/ AS or A Level: grade C or above in Use of English

##### GCE O-level

Grade C or above in English.

**Brunei/Cambridge GCE O-level in English:** grades 1-6.

**Singapore/Cambridge GCE O-level in English:** grades 1-6.

##### GCSE or IGCSE

Grade C or above in English as a First Language (grade 4 or above in GCSE from 2017).

Grade B or above in English as a Second Language (grade 6 or above in GCSE from 2017).

##### Ghana Senior Secondary School Certificate

**If awarded before 1993:** grades 1-6 in English language.

**If awarded between 1993 and 2005:** grades A-D in English language.

##### Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE)

 Level 4, including at least 3 in each component in English Language.

##### Indian School Certificate (Standard XII)

The Indian School Certificate is accepted at the grades below when awarded by the following examination boards:

**Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) – English Core only:** 70%

**Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) - English:** 70% or Grade 3

##### International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)

English A or English B at grade 5 or above.

##### Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education

Grades A – C in English

##### Malaysian Certificate of Education (SPM) 119/GCE O-level

**If taken before the end of 2008:** grades 1-5 in English Language.

**If taken from 2009 onwards:** grade C or above in English Language.

The qualification must be jointly awarded by the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES).

##### West African Senior School Certificate

Grades 1-6 in English language when awarded by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) or the National Examinations Council (NECO).

#### Country exceptions

##### Select to see the list of exempt English-speaking countries

If you are a national of one of the countries below, or if you have recently completed a qualification equivalent to a UK Bachelors degree or higher in one of these countries, you will normally meet our English requirements. Note that qualifications obtained by distance learning or awarded by studying outside these countries cannot be accepted for English language purposes.

You will normally be expected to have completed the qualification within two years before starting your course at Sussex. If the qualification was obtained earlier than this we would expect you to be able to demonstrate that you have maintained a good level of English, for example by living in an English-speaking country or working in an occupation that required you to use English regularly and to a high level.

Please note that this list is determined by the UK’s Home Office, not by the University of Sussex.

### List of exempt countries

- Antigua and Barbuda
- Australia
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Canada\*\*
- Dominica
- Grenada
- Guyana
- Ireland
- Jamaica
- New Zealand
- St Kitts and Nevis
- St Lucia
- St Vincent and the Grenadines
- Trinidad and Tobago
- United Kingdom
- USA

\*\* Canada: you must be a national of Canada; other nationals not on this list who have a degree from a Canadian institution will not normally be exempt from needing to provide evidence of English.

#### English language support

If you don’t meet the English language requirements for your degree, you may be able to take a [pre-sessional course](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/international-students/english-language/pre-sessional-english)

### Additional admissions information

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| --- | --- |
| Transfers into Year 2 | Yes. [Find out more about transferring into Year 2 of this course](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/transfers). We don’t accept transfers into the third or final year. |

If your qualifications aren’t listed or you have a question about entry requirements, [contact us](https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/ask/)

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