BSc Biological Sciences with International Year One
University of Exeter International Study Centre
Your guaranteed route to Year 2 of a BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences degree at the University of Exeter.
As an iCAS programme, you'll complete your pathway and degree in a single 3-year study plan, on one visa. That means there's no need to return home between each one, saving time and money.
You'll study your International Year One – equivalent to the first year of your degree – at our supportive International Study Centre. Guarantee your place by completing your pathway and meeting the university's requirements, then move straight to your second year at the University of Exeter.
- World top 100 for Biological Sciences (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026).
- Top 20 in the UK for world-leading research in Biological Sciences (Research Excellence Framework 2021).
- Cutting-edge facilities help you develop laboratory and research skills including bioimaging, DNA sequencing and mass spectrometry.
- Specialise in animal biology, microbiology and infectious disease or molecular and cellular biology.
If you don’t meet the minimum entry requirements for this programme, you should apply for an International Year One in Biosciences.
Key Information
An International Year One pathway will help you:
- ease into your UK university experience – it's equivalent to the first year of your degree, taught in a supportive international environment
- develop your confidence in smaller classes, with opportunities to join University of Exeter students for selected modules
- build the academic knowledge, English language and study skills you need for undergraduate success
- prepare for university at your own pace, with flexible start dates and a choice of programme lengths to suit your English level.
With an iCAS programme, you can:
- complete your pathway and degree in a single study plan, on one visa
- progress directly to your BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences degree, without returning home between programmes
- apply using a range of accepted English language qualifications – not just IELTS
- work for up to 20 hours per week in the UK while you study (subject to visa regulations).
Course Details
BSc Biological Sciences with International Year One
University of Exeter International Study Centre
Age Requirement
16
All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August.Academic Requirements
A-levels (or equivalent) at grades CCD, with a C in Biology and an A-level or equivalent in one other science or maths subject. GCSE grade C/L4 Mathematics (or equivalent) is also required.English Language Requirements
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalentClass size
20
Academic Year 2026/27
14th September 2026 - 18th June 2027
- Term 1: 14th September 2026 - 11th December 2026
- Term 2: 11th January 2027 - 2nd April 2027
- Term 3: 19th April 2027 - 18th June 2027
Estimated cost of attendance
Tuition fee
£ 24,950.00
Enrolment fee (compulsory)
£ 275.00
Textbooks (compulsory)
£ 270.00 - 365.00
Studio or lab fee (compulsory – programme dependent)
£ 575.00
Approximate cost
£ 26,070.00 - 26,165.00
The cost of your study plan may vary depending on factors including the pathway chosen, programme length and choice of accommodation.
Prices shown here are provisional and reflect the cost of tuition fees for this programme for the 2026/27 academic year. Tuition fees for this programme may increase in future academic years. See more information about tuition fees here.
All students who confirm their offer on or before 30 November 2026 will pay the 2026/2027 price as per their existing offer letter. After 30 November 2026, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2027/2028 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.
Core modules
Credit Units
| Fundamental Principles for Bioscientists | 15 Credit Units |
| Genetics | 15 Credit Units |
| Microbiology | 15 Credit Units |
| Academic English and Study Skills | 30 Credit Units |
Elective modules
| Biochemistry | 15 Credit Units |
| Cells | 15 Credit Units |
| Plants | 15 Credit Units |
After successfully completing your pathway programme and achieving the specified academic and English language requirements, you can enter your degree. Explore the available degrees and their entry requirements below.
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