International Stage One (Biosciences)

A first year degree programme at Edinburgh Napier University for international students who have completed Year 11/12 of high school. Available for selected undergraduate degrees in Biosciences

• Location
  Edinburgh
  United Kingdom
• Progression
  Edinburgh Napier University
• Rankings & Awards
  United Kingdom: 92nd
  Satisfaction: 81.5%
• Start Dates
  Jan, Sep, Nov
  2 Terms
  Next start date: Sep 2025
• Course Fees
  From £16,595
• Visa Considerations
  Integrated Visa
  Non-UKVI English Tests Accepted
• Course Provider
  Edinburgh Napier University International College

• Why Choose This Course?
  
  • Equivalent to the first year of a 4 year bachelor's degree at Edinburgh Napier University. Guaranteed progression to the second year on successful completion of this course.
  • A wide range of English qualifications accepeted.
  • Live and Study in Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland. Edinburgh is a safe, vibrant student city with four universities and the world's largest performance arts festival (The Edinburgh Fringe).
  • Student accommodation in Edinburgh, within easy reach of the International College and university facilities.
  • Three city campuses, including a 24 hour computer lab, elite sports facilities and the Bright Red Triangle, a business incubator supporting student start up enterprises.

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About This Course

The International Stage One (Biosciences) is equivalent to year one of a four year bachelor's degree at Edinburgh Napier University. It offers an admission route to Edinburgh Napier University for international students who have completed Year 11/12 of high school in their own country¹

During the course, you will study a full first year curriculum, but with additional support to develop your academic subject knowledge and study skills. Students who do not meet the standard English requirements for Edinburgh Napier University will also benefit from enhanced English language support.

On successful completion of this programme, you can progress to the second year of a bachelor's degree in Biosciences. Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.

Note: Students studying this course may² benefit from an integrated study visa, which will be valid for the duration of the entire programme. That means you will not have to apply for a new visa when you progress to a degree.

Admission Requirements

Academic	Completion of high school with good grades, equivalent to 5 IGCSE grades A* - E in relevant subjects (excluding native language). Alternatively, 3 AS Levels (D-E), 2 A Levels (E) or International Baccalaureate (20 points).
English	IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent. A wide range of English tests is accepted, including some high school English qualifications.

Start Dates And Progression

Start Date	End Date	Progression
Sep 2025	Jun 2026	Sep 2026
Nov 2025	Jun 2026	Sep 2026
Jan 2026	Aug 2026	Sep 2026

Progression Options

On successful completion of this course, you are guaranteed progression to one of the following undergraduate programmes at Edinburgh Napier University.

• BSc Applied Microbiology
• BSc Biological Science
• BSc Biomedical Science

 
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¹ Scottish universities require 13 years of high school for direct admission to an undergraduate degree.
² An integrated study visa is available to students who meet the UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) English requirement for degree level study, which is IELTS 5.5 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent.