About Biological Sciences (with A Foundation Year) Leading To Bsc (hons) in University of Liverpool
Intended for adult learners or undergraduates who wish to take up Biology but do not have the appropriate subject background, Biological Sciences offers a foundation year at nearby Carmel College.
This is not a programme in itself but acts as a springboard onto other Life Science degrees. This deferred choice programme means that you have the flexibility and freedom to switch to your chosen degree after completing the foundation year (Year Zero).
The aim of this programme is to make you an expert in one particular field with the ability to cross discipline boundaries, a highly attractive prospect to employers.
Academic qualification equivalents
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS: A minimum of IELTS band 6.0–7.0, with no component below 5.5.
- TOEFL iBT: 78-88 overall with 19-Listening, Writing, Reading, 21-Speaking.
- PTE: 55-62 with minimum score of 51 in any component
University of Liverpool Highlights
University Type |
Public |
Campus Setting |
Urban |
Establishment Year |
1881 |
Programs Offered |
400+ UG & PG |
International Students |
7700+ |
Mode of Programs |
Full Time; Online |
Academic Calendar |
Semester based |
Undergraduate Tuition Fee |
17,400 – 34,550 GBP |
Postgraduate Tuition Fee |
17,050 – 27,450 GBP |
Financial Aid |
Scholarships Available |
University of Liverpool Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
The estimated fee and cost of living per year for international students is tabulated below:
Expenses |
Undergraduate (GBP) |
Postgraduate (GBP) |
Tuition |
17,400 – 34,550 |
17,050 – 27,450 |
Accommodation |
4,500 – 7,200 |
4,500 – 7,200 |
Travel (bus/trains/taxis) |
0 – 720 |
0 – 720 |
Food |
450 – 3,600 |
450 – 3,600 |
Mobile phone |
45 – 270 |
45 – 270 |
Leisure/entertainment |
270 – 1,800 |
270 – 1,800 |
Study costs (books, photocopying) |
90 - 180 |
90 – 180 |
Laundry |
0 - 180 |
0 – 180 |
Household bills |
0 - 720 |
0 – 720 |
Gym membership |
135 - 270 |
135 – 270 |
Total |
22,890 – 49,490 |
22,540 – 42,390 |