A first year degree programme at The University Of Aberdeen for international students who have completed Year 11/12 of high school. Available for selected undergraduate degrees in Life Sciences, including BSc Biotechnology - Pharmacology
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Location
Aberdeen
United Kingdom
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Progression
The University Of Aberdeen
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Rankings & Awards
United Kingdom: 12th
Satisfaction: 85.7%
World: 250th
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Start Dates
Jan, Sep, Nov
3 Terms
Next start date: 22 Sep 2025
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Course Fees
From £19,750
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Visa Considerations
UKVI English Test Required
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Course Provider
University of Aberdeen International Study Centre
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Why Choose This Course?
- Equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree at the University of Aberdeen. Guaranteed entry to the second year of a four year degree on successful completion.
- Study at a world class university! Founded in 1495, Aberdeen is the 5th oldest university in the UK and is ranked amongst the top 200 in the world!
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High ranking across a wide range of popular subjects.
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A historic campus located 10 minutes from Aberdeen city centre and near to beautiful countryside, beaches and rugged coastline.
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Live and study in the heart of Scotland, famous for its scenery, historic castles and nightlife.
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About This Course
The Undergraduate Foundation (Life Sciences) is equivalent to year one of a four year bachelor's degree at The University Of Aberdeen.
It offers an admission route to The University Of Aberdeen 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 The University Of Aberdeen 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 Life Sciences, including BSc Biotechnology - Pharmacology.
Progression is guaranteed for students who achieve the module scores required for their chosen progression degree.
Admission Requirements
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Academic
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Completion of high school with good grades, equivalent to 5 IGCSE grades A* - C in relevant subjects (excluding native language).
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English
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UKVI 4.5 (4.5 in Writing and 4.0 in all skills) or equivalent UKVI English test.
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Start Dates And Progression
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End Date |
Progression |
| Sep 2025 |
Jun 2026 |
Sep 2026 |
| Nov 2025 |
Aug 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 The University Of Aberdeen.
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BSc Animal Behaviour
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BSc Behavioural Biology
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BSc Biochemistry
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BSc Biological Sciences
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BSc Biology
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BSc Biomedical Sciences
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BSc Biomedical Sciences Anatomy
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BSc Biomedical Sciences Developmental Biology
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BSc Biomedical Sciences Molecular Biology
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BSc Biomedical Sciences Pharmacology
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BSc Biomedical Sciences Physiology
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BSc Biotechnology - Developmental Biology
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BSc Biotechnology - Genetics
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BSc Biotechnology - Immunology
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BSc Biotechnology - Immunology & Pharmacology
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BSc Biotechnology - Microbiology
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BSc Biotechnology - Pharmacology
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BSc Conservation Biology
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BSc Ecology
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BSc Environmental Science
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BSc Exercise & Health Science
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BSc Genetics Immunology
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BSc Marine Biology
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BSc Molecular & Cellular Biology
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BSc Neuroscience & Psychology
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BSc Physiology
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BSc Plant & Soil Sciences
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BSc Sports Exercise Exercise & Health Science
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BSc Zoology
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BSc\MA Psychology
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MA Psychology & Counselling Skills
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MA Psychology & Sociology
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