International Year One in Biosciences
Prepare for direct entry to Year 2 of a three-year undergraduate degree in Biosciences at the University of Exeter.
This program is available to study on campus only.
Course features
- Guaranteed university placement for all successful students.
- Develop the academic knowledge and study skills for your chosen degree through a specialist pathway.
- Study academic modules that reflect the first year of your chosen degree.
- Learn how to excel in an academic environment and develop effective strategies for UK university study.
- Receive guidance with your university application, ensuring you choose the best degree for you.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all subskills) or equivalent |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above 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. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO University of Exeter, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £5,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 18 September 2023 | 21 June 2024 |
3 Terms
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GBP £22,685 |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
This degree focuses on the study of modern conservation, from wildlife identification to data handling, teaching you the skills needed to become a conservationist or an ecologist. You'll also benefit from fieldwork opportunities during your degree; previous students have had the opportunity to go to Alaska to watch grizzly bears fish for salmon!
With the option to undertake industrial experience or study abroad on top of your fieldwork, you'll gain valuable experience in putting what you've learnt into practice. Previous placement destinations have included CEFAS, Living DNA, Newquay Zoo and RSPB.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is both formal and informal, designed not simply to pass or fail students, but to help you build on your successes and meet the requirements for entry to the second year of a degree. Marks from the International Year One programme do not count towards the final degree, but help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You are assessed through a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations and interviews
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all subskills) or equivalent |
| Age requirements: | 16 years and above 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. |
Are you top of your class? At INTO University of Exeter, we are committed to awarding gifted international students with academic scholarships, helping them achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer for the highest-achieving students, you could be eligible to receive up to £5,000 towards your tuition fees.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 18 September 2023 | 21 June 2024 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
GBP £22,685 |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 18 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Classes are held Monday to Friday between 8.30am-6.30pm, excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
This degree focuses on the study of modern conservation, from wildlife identification to data handling, teaching you the skills needed to become a conservationist or an ecologist. You'll also benefit from fieldwork opportunities during your degree; previous students have had the opportunity to go to Alaska to watch grizzly bears fish for salmon!
With the option to undertake industrial experience or study abroad on top of your fieldwork, you'll gain valuable experience in putting what you've learnt into practice. Previous placement destinations have included CEFAS, Living DNA, Newquay Zoo and RSPB.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is both formal and informal, designed not simply to pass or fail students, but to help you build on your successes and meet the requirements for entry to the second year of a degree. Marks from the International Year One programme do not count towards the final degree, but help the University assess your abilities in your chosen field of study.
You are assessed through a combination of examinations and coursework, which may include:
- essays
- reports
- practical exercises
- group and individual research projects
- portfolios
- oral presentations and interviews
- seminar discussions
- class tests
- problem solving exercises.