International Foundation in Biosciences

The University of Manchester

Guarantee your place on an undergraduate degree in a range of bioscience-related subjects at The University of Manchester.

INTO Manchester offers the only specialist International Foundation program with a guaranteed route to The University of Manchester.

Why choose biological or biomedical sciences at The University of Manchester?

  • World top 50 for Biological Sciences (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026).
  • World top 20 for Pharmacy and Pharmacology (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026).
  • Access state-of-the-art facilities, including bioimaging, DNA sequencing, histology and bioinformatics.
  • Opportunities for industrial or professional experience, through the university's links with charities, industry leaders and the NHS.
  • Previous students have gone on to work for top employers including AstraZeneca, the NHS, Pfizer and Unilever.

Key Information

  • Prepare for entry to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree in a range of bioscience-related subjects at The University of Manchester.
  • Receive a guaranteed offer from The University of Manchester when you successfully complete your pathway program (some clinical degrees require an interview).
  • Learn alongside other international students at INTO Manchester - our dedicated study center in the heart of Manchester.
  • Improve your academic English and advanced research skills, including academic writing through lab reports and data analysis through data-handling clinics.
  • Receive tailored support from expert teachers and dedicated student support teams.
  • More than 3,500 INTO Manchester students have secured their place at The University of Manchester.

Course Details

International Foundation in Biosciences

The University of Manchester

  • Albania
  • Algeria
  • Andorra
  • Angola
  • Argentina
  • Armenia
  • Australia
  • Austria
  • Azerbaijan
  • Bahrain
  • Bangladesh
  • Belarus
  • Bolivia
  • Botswana
  • Brazil
  • Bulgaria
  • Cambodia
  • Cameroon
  • Canada
  • Chile
  • China Mainland
  • Colombia
  • Croatia
  • Cyprus
  • Czech Republic
  • Denmark
  • Ecuador
  • Egypt
  • Estonia
  • Ethiopia
  • Finland
  • France
  • Gambia
  • Georgia
  • Germany
  • Ghana
  • Greece
  • Honduras
  • Indonesia
  • International
  • Iran, Islamic Republic of
  • Iraq
  • Italy
  • Japan
  • Jordan
  • Kazakhstan
  • Kenya
  • Korea (South)
  • Kuwait
  • Kyrgyzstan
  • Lebanon
  • Libya
  • Macao, China
  • Malaysia
  • Mauritius
  • Mexico
  • Moldova
  • Mongolia
  • Morocco
  • Myanmar
  • Nepal
  • New Zealand
  • Nigeria
  • Norway
  • Oman
  • Pakistan
  • Panama
  • Peru
  • Philippines
  • Poland
  • Portugal
  • Qatar
  • Russian Federation
  • Senegal
  • Sierra Leone
  • Singapore
  • South Africa
  • Spain
  • Syrian Arab Republic (Syria)
  • Taiwan, China
  • Tajikistan
  • Tanzania, United Republic of
  • Thailand
  • Tunisia
  • Turkey
  • Turkmenistan
  • Ukraine
  • United Arab Emirates
  • United States of America
  • Uzbekistan
  • Venezuela (Bolivarian Republic)
  • Viet Nam
  • Yemen
  • Zambia
Age Requirement

16

All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For January start dates, students must have turned 17 years old by the 31st December immediately preceding the course.
Academic Requirements
Completion of 12 years of schooling (or local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades.
English Language Requirements
IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 6.0 in all subskills) or equivalent
DISCLAIMER: Although we strive for accuracy and completeness on this page, in certain circumstances entry requirements may change. We do our best to keep this page up to date and to inform applicants of such changes promptly. For details of how and when entry requirements may change, please review our Terms and Conditions. If you feel you have been unfairly disadvantaged due to a change in entry requirements you may raise a complaint via our complaint process.

Academic Year 2026/27

14th September 2026 - 18th June 2027

  • Term 1: 14th September 2026 - 18th December 2026
  • Term 2: 11th January 2027 - 19th March 2027
  • Term 3: 5th April 2027 - 18th June 2027
Academic Year 2026/27

11th January 2027 - 13th August 2027

  • Term 1: 11th January 2027 - 19th March 2027
  • Term 2: 30th March 2027 - 28th May 2027
  • Term 3: 1st June 2027 - 13th August 2027

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

£ 27,495.00

Enrolment fee (Compulsory)

£ 275.00

Textbooks (Compulsory)

£ 345.00 - 440.00

Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)

£ 575.00

Approximate cost

£ 28,690.00 - 28,785.00

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.

You'll need to complete the relevant number of modules for your chosen program; progression is based on the grades you achieve.
Core modules
Credit Units
Personal Tutor Programme
University of Manchester Project
Elective modules
Biology
Chemistry
English for Academic Purposes
Mathematics
Research and Communication Skills
Please note that the modules listed here reflect the course structure for the 2025/26 academic year and may not reflect the structure of the course in future academic years. Should the structure of the course - including the modules studied as part of it – change, we will inform applicants at the earliest opportunity. More information about when we might make changes to our courses – and your rights if we do – can be found in our Terms and Conditions.

P

= Placement option available

A

= Study abroad option available

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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