Key information
- Duration:
- 3 years full time
- Typical A-level offer:
- AAB-ABB
- UCAS code:
- C702
- Start date:
- September 2020
- 96% of Life Sciences students were in work or further study six months after graduating (Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education Survey 2017)
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9th in the UK for the rating of our Biological Sciences research (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019)
At Sussex, you develop the knowledge and practical skills to tackle human diagnosis, disease and treatment.
You learn from a range of experts – from those at the forefront of genetics research into cancer treatments to NHS Trust and Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) faculty.
And with our guaranteed interview scheme for Medicine at Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS), the clinical skills you develop make this course a perfect pathway to studying medicine.
MSci or BSc?
We also offer this course as a four-year MSci. Find out about the benefits of an integrated Masters year.
Entry requirements
A-level
| Typical offer | AAB-ABB |
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| Subjects | A-levels must include Biology and another science (from Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Statistics or Physics). You will also normally need to pass the separate science practical assessment in Biology. If you are not able to take the science practical assessment, applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. |
| GCSEs | You must have GCSE (or equivalent) English, Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B). |
| Extended Project Qualification | We take the EPQ into account when considering your application and it can be useful in the summer when your results are released if you have narrowly missed the conditions of your offer. We do not routinely include the EPQ in the conditions of your offer but we sometimes offer alternative conditions that include the EPQ. If you wish to discuss this further please contact us |
Other UK qualifications
Access to HE Diploma
| Typical offer | Pass with 45 level 3 credits at Merit or above of which 24 credits must be at Distinction. |
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| Subjects | Substantial amounts of Level 3 credits in Biology and another science subject or to have taken A-level Biology alongside the Access course. |
| GCSEs | You must have GCSE (or equivalent) English, Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B). |
Cambridge Pre-U Principle Subjects (including A-level mixes)
| Typical offer | D3, M1 and M2 in the Pre-U If you have one A-level and two Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects we would expect you to have a grade A in the A-level, and D3 and M2 in the two Pre-Us. If you have two A-levels and a Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subject we would expect you to have grades AB in the 2 A-levels and D3 in the Pre-U. |
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| Subjects | A-levels or Cambridge Pre-Us must include Biology and another science (from Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Statistics or Physics). You will also normally need to pass the separate science practical assessment in Biology. If you are not able to take the science practical assessment, applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. |
| GCSEs | You must have GCSE (or equivalent) English, Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B). |
International Baccalaureate
| Typical offer | 32-34 points overall from the full IB Diploma. |
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| Subjects | You will need Higher Level in Biology and another Higher Level science subject (from Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics) with at least grade 5 in both. |
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate and two A-levels
| Typical offer | Grades AB in A-levels plus Distinction in BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate. |
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| Subjects | A-levels must include Biology and another science (from Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Statistics or Physics). You will also normally need to pass the separate science practical assessment in Biology. If you are not able to take the science practical assessment, applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis. |
| GCSEs | You must have GCSE (or equivalent) English, Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B). |
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (formerly BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma)
| Typical offer | DDD |
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| Subjects | In Applied Science (Biomedical Science Pathway) or the former BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF) in Applied Science with substantial numbers of modules in Biology and Chemistry related topics. |
| GCSEs | You must have GCSE (or equivalent) English, Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B). |
Scottish Highers
| Typical offer | AAABB-AABBB |
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| Subjects | Highers must include Biology and another science, with at least grade B in each. Ideally, you will have one or both of these sciences as an Advanced Higher. |
| GCSEs | You will also need Scottish National 5 in English, Mathematics and two sciences with grade B in each. |
Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced
| Typical offer | Advanced Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate and two A-level grades AAB – ABB |
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| Subjects | A-levels must include Biology and another science (from Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Statistics or Physics). |
| GCSEs | You must have GCSE (or equivalent) English, Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade B in each (or grade 5). |
International Baccalaureate
| Typical offer | 32-34 points overall from the full IB Diploma. |
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| Subjects | You will need Higher Level in Biology and another Higher Level science subject (from Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics) with at least grade 5 in both. |
European Baccalaureate
| Typical offer | Overall result of at least 77%-80% |
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| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential (at least a score of 8). |
Other international qualifications
Australia
| Typical offer | Relevant state (Year 12) High School Certificate, and between 92% to 88% in the ATAR or UAI/TER/ENTER, or a Queensland OP of 3 to 4 or better. |
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| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
Austria
| Typical offer | Reifeprüfung or Matura with an overall result of between 1.8 to 2.0 or better for first-year entry. |
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| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
Belgium
| Typical offer | Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur (CESS) or Diploma van Hoger Secundair Onderwijs with a good overall average. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Bulgaria
| Typical offer | Diploma za Sredno Obrazovanie with excellent final-year scores (normally 5.5 overall with 6 in key subjects). |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Canada
| Typical offer | Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) 75% from 6 grade 12 U, U/C or M courses. British Columbia Certificate of Graduation AAABB-AABBB from 5 grade 12 courses. We also recognise the High School Diploma from other provinces -including Alberta, Manitoba, New Brunswick- where we look for strong performance in grade 12 subjects, and the Diplome d'Etudes Collegiales (DEC) from Quebec. |
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| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
China
| Typical offer | We usually do not accept Senior High School Graduation for direct entry to our undergraduate courses. However, we may consider you if you have studied one year or more of Higher Education in China at a recognised degree awarding institution, or if you are following a recognised International Foundation Year. If you have the Senior High School Graduation, you may be eligible to apply for our International Foundation Year. If you successfully complete an International Foundation Year, you can progress on to a relevant undergraduate course at Sussex. Check which qualifications the International Study Centre accepts for the International Foundation Year. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Croatia
| Typical offer | Maturatna Svjedodžba with an overall score of between 4.5 and 4.2 |
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| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
Cyprus
| Typical offer | Apolytirion of Lykeion with an overall average of between 19 /20 and 18.5 /20 will be considered for first-year entry. |
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| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
Czech Republic
| Typical offer | Maturita with a good overall average. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Denmark
| Typical offer | Højere Forberedelseseksamen (HF) or Studentereksamen with an overall average of at least 7 on the new grading scale. |
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| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
Finland
| Typical offer | Pass Ylioppilastutkinto with overall final result of at least EEEM, which must include Biology and another science (from Chemistry, Geology, Mathematics or Physics). |
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| Additional requirements | You must have a good level of Mathematics. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
France
| Typical offer | French Baccalauréat with overall final result of at least 13/20 to 14/20. |
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| Additional requirements | You will need to be taking the science strand within the French Baccalauréat with good results (12/20) in Biology and at least one other science subject. |
Germany
| Typical offer | German Abitur with an overall result of 1.8 to 2.0 or better. |
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| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science subject with good results (12/15) are essential. |
Greece
| Typical offer | Apolytirion with an overall average of at least 18.5 will be considered for first-year entry. You must also have either Apolytirion pathway in Biology and another science from Mathematics, Chemistry or Physics with a score of 19 or the Pan Hellenic in Biology and another science from Mathematics, Chemistry or Physics with an overall score of 17. |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Hong Kong
| Typical offer | Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) with grades of 5, 5, 4 to 5, 4, 4 from three subjects including two electives |
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| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
Hungary
| Typical offer | Erettsegi/Matura with a good average of at least 55544. |
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| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
India
| Typical offer | Standard XII results
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| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
Iran
| Typical offer | High School Diploma and Pre-University Certificate. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Ireland
| Typical offer | Irish Leaving Certificate (Higher Level) at H1,H1,H2,H2,H3 to H1,H2,H2,H3,H3. |
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| Additional requirements | Highers will need to include Biology and another science subject with a score of H1. You must have a good level of Mathematics and English. |
Israel
| Typical offer | Bagrut, with at least 8/10 in at least six subjects, including one five-unit subject. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Italy
| Typical offer | Italian Diploma Di Maturità or Diploma Pass Di Esame Di Stato with a final Diploma mark of between 81/100 and 85/100. |
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| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
Japan
| Typical offer | Upper Secondary Leaving Certificate is suitable for entry to our Foundation Years. Find out more about Foundation Years. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Latvia
| Typical offer | Atestats par Visparejo videjo Izglitibu with very good grades in state exams. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Lithuania
| Typical offer | Brandos Atestatas including scores of 80-90% in at least three state examinations (other than English). |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Luxembourg
| Typical offer | Diplôme de Fin d'Etudes Secondaires. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Malaysia
| Typical offer | Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) with grades of AAB-ABB, Matriculation with a least a grade of 3.5 or UEC with an overall average grade B3 (75%). |
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| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
Netherlands
| Typical offer | Voorereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO), normally with an average of at least 7. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Nigeria
| Typical offer | You are expected to have one of the following:
You must also have a score of C6 or above in WAEC/SSC English. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Norway
| Typical offer | Norwegian Vitnemal Fra Den Videregaende Opplaering - Pass with an overall average of between 4 to 4.5 |
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| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
Pakistan
| Typical offer | You can apply for direct entry to Year 1 if you are completing at least two years of Bachelor degree studies. You'll normally need to complete a Foundation year after taking Intermediate Certificate or the Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC). You might choose one of our International Foundation Years at the International Study Centre on campus. |
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| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in science subjects with good results is essential. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis |
Poland
| Typical offer | Pass Matura with least 3 Extended level subjects in the 75th percentile including Biology and another science (from Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics).
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| Additional requirements | You must have a good level of Mathematics. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Portugal
| Typical offer | Diploma de Ensino Secundario normally with an overall mark of between 17/20 and 18/20. |
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| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
Romania
| Typical offer | Diploma de Bacalaureat with an overall average of between 8.5 including a score of 8 in Biology and another science (from Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics). |
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| Additional requirements | You must have a good level of Mathematics. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Singapore
| Typical offer | A-levels, as well as certain certificates and diplomas. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Slovakia
| Typical offer | Pass Vysvedčenie o maturitnej skúške (Maturita) with an average grade of 1.8 from 4 subjects including Biology and another science (from Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics). |
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| Additional requirements | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Slovenia
| Typical offer | Secondary School Leaving Diploma or Matura with at least 25 points overall. |
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| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
South Africa
| Typical offer | National Senior Certificate with very good grades. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Spain
| Typical offer | Spanish Título de Bachillerato (LOGSE) with an overall average result of at least 8.0. |
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| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
Sri Lanka
| Typical offer | Sri Lankan A-levels. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Sweden
| Typical offer | Fullstandigt Slutbetyg/Högskoleförberedande Examen with a total of 2,500 credits to include B grades in the majority of subjects and to include grade B in Biology and a second science from Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics.
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| Additional requirements | You must have a good level of Mathematics. Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Switzerland
| Typical offer | Federal Maturity Certificate. |
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| Subject-specific knowledge | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
| Please note | Our entry requirements are guidelines and we assess all applications on a case-by-case basis. |
Turkey
| Typical offer | We'll consider students who have taken the Lise Diplomasi or Lise Bitirme, with a score of at least 4/5 or 80/100 in their final year, on a case by case basis for direct entry to year 1. Where direct entry is unsuitable, we'll automatically consider you for one of our Foundation Years. Or you might want to apply to one of our International Foundation Years at the international Study Centre on Campus. Visit isc.sussex.ac.uk/our-courses/international-foundation-year or www.sussex.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/foundation-years |
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USA
| Typical offer | We look at your full profile taking into account everything you are studying, including the high school graduation diploma, Grade 12 GPA, SAT tests and subject tests and/or ACT grades We are particularly interested in AP tests and would ideally like to see 3 good AP scores Advanced Placement Tests with scores of between 5,5,4 to 5,4,4 in three subjects. If you have taken the SAT reasoning tests we'd normally expect a combined score of at least 1300 and will look for around 600 in relevant subject tests. If you've taken the ACT we'd expect to see a composite score of at least 26.
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| Additional requirements | Evidence of academic studies to a high level in Biology and another science with good results are essential. |
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If your qualifications aren’t listed or you have a question about entry requirements, contact us
English language requirements
IELTS (Academic)
6.5 overall, including at least 6.0 in each component
IELTS scores are valid for two years from the test date. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test.
If you are applying for degree-level study we can consider your IELTS test from any test centre, but if you require a Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) for an English language or pre-sessional English course (not combined with a degree) the test must be taken at a UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI)-approved IELTS test centre.
Other English language requirements
Proficiency tests
Cambridge Advanced Certificate in English (CAE)
176 overall, including at least 169 in each skill
We would normally expect the CAE test to have been taken within two years before the start of your course.
You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Find out more about Cambridge English: Advanced.
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE)
176 overall, including at least 169 in each skill
We would normally expect the CPE test to have been taken within two years before the start of your course.
You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Find out more about Cambridge English: Proficiency.
Pearson (PTE Academic)
62 overall, including at least 56 in all four skills.
PTE (Academic) scores are valid for two years from the test date. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Find out more about Pearson (PTE Academic).
TOEFL (iBT)
88 overall, including at least 20 in Listening, 19 in Reading, 21 in Speaking, 23 in Writing.
TOEFL (iBT) scores are valid for two years from the test date. Your score must be valid when you begin your Sussex course. You cannot combine scores from more than one sitting of the test. Find out more about TOEFL (iBT).
The TOEFL Institution Code for the University of Sussex is 9166.
English language qualifications
AS/A-level (GCE)
Grade C or above in English Language.
Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (HKALE)/ AS or A Level: grade C or above in Use of English
GCE O-level
Grade C or above in English.
Brunei/Cambridge GCE O-level in English: grades 1-6.
Singapore/Cambridge GCE O-level in English: grades 1-6.
GCSE or IGCSE
Grade C or above in English as a First Language (grade 4 or above in GCSE from 2017).
Grade B or above in English as a Second Language
German Abitur
A score of 12 or above in English.
Ghana Senior Secondary School Certificate
If awarded before 1993: grades 1-6 in English language.
If awarded between 1993 and 2005: grades A-D in English language.
Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE)
Level 4, including at least 3 in each component in English Language.
Indian School Certificate (Standard XII)
The Indian School Certificate is accepted at the grades below when awarded by the following examination boards:
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) – English Core only: 70%
Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) - English: 70%
International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB)
English A or English B at grade 5 or above.
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education
Grades A – C in English
Malaysian Certificate of Education (SPM) 119/GCE O-level
If taken before the end of 2008: grades 1-5 in English Language.
If taken from 2009 onwards: grade C or above in English Language.
The qualification must be jointly awarded by the University of Cambridge Local Examinations Syndicate (UCLES).
West African Senior School Certificate
Grades 1-6 in English language when awarded by the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) or the National Examinations Council (NECO).
Country exceptions
Select to see the list of exempt English-speaking countries
If you are a national of one of the countries below, or if you have recently completed a qualification equivalent to a UK Bachelors degree or higher in one of these countries, you will normally meet our English requirements. Note that qualifications obtained by distance learning or awarded by studying outside these countries cannot be accepted for English language purposes.
You will normally be expected to have completed the qualification within two years before starting your course at Sussex. If the qualification was obtained earlier than this we would expect you to be able to demonstrate that you have maintained a good level of English, for example by living in an English-speaking country or working in an occupation that required you to use English regularly and to a high level.
Please note that this list is determined by the UK’s Home Office, not by the University of Sussex.
List of exempt countries
- Antigua and Barbuda
- Australia
- Bahamas
- Barbados
- Belize
- Canada**
- Dominica
- Grenada
- Guyana
- Ireland
- Jamaica
- New Zealand
- St Kitts and Nevis
- St Lucia
- St Vincent and the Grenadines
- Trinidad and Tobago
- United Kingdom
- USA
** Canada: you must be a national of Canada; other nationals not on this list who have a degree from a Canadian institution will not normally be exempt from needing to provide evidence of English.
Admissions information for applicants
| Transfers into Year 2 | Yes. Find out more about transferring into Year 2 of this course. We don’t accept transfers into the third or final year. |
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If your qualifications aren’t listed or you have a question about entry requirements, contact us
Don’t meet our entry requirements?
If you don't meet our entry requirements, we recommend our in-house Foundation Year course to prepare you for Year 1 of your chosen degree:
If you don't have the required language skills for this course you could consider the International Study Centre. The ISC offers a range of foundation courses in combination with English language teaching.
Modules
Find out about our types of undergraduate degrees, their structure, modules and credits
These modules are running in the academic year 2019/20. We also plan to offer them in future academic years. They may become unavailable due to staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum. We’ll make sure to let our applicants know of such changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.
Core modules
Autumn teaching
Spring teaching
These modules are running in the academic year 2019/20. We also plan to offer them in future academic years. They may become unavailable due to staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum. We’ll make sure to let our applicants know of such changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.
Core modules
Autumn teaching
- Cell Regulation and Cancer
- Genetics and Genomics
- Haematology and Anatomy
- Structural Basis of Biological Function
Spring teaching
Study abroad (optional)
Apply to study abroad – you’ll develop an international perspective and gain an edge when it comes to your career. Find out where your course could take you
Placement (optional)
A placement is a great way to network and gain practical skills. When you leave Sussex, you'll benefit from having the experience employers are looking for.
Recent Life Sciences students have gone on placements at:
- Oroboros Instruments
- Pfizer
- the NHS.
Find out more about placements and internships.
Please note: If you’re receiving – or applying for – USA federal Direct Loan funds, you can’t transfer to the version of this program with an optional study abroad period in any country or optional placement in the USA. Find out more about American Student Loans and Federal Student Aid
These modules are running in the academic year 2019/20. We also plan to offer them in future academic years. They may become unavailable due to staff availability, student demand or updates to our curriculum. We’ll make sure to let our applicants know of such changes to modules at the earliest opportunity.
Options
Autumn teaching
- Cell Signalling and its Applications in Therapeutics and Disease
- Immunology in Health and Disease
- Life Sciences Year 3 Research Project (Experimental)
- Life Sciences Year 3 Research Project (Literature)
- Molecular Genetics
- Neuronal Transduction and Transmission
- Regulating the Transcriptome
Spring teaching
- Advanced Haematology and Transfusion Science
- Advanced Human Virology and Bacteriology
- Genome Stability, Genetic Diseases and Cancer
- Genomics and Bioinformatics
- Innovation in Bioscience and Medicine
- Molecular Pharmacology
- Neuronal Plasticity and Gene Regulation
- Post Transcriptional Control of Gene Expression
- Protein Form and Function
- Structure and Function in the Brain
Our staff
With my background as an immunologist, I use discussion around contemporary research to provide students with a perspective of the current advances and changes in this field.”Jenna Macciochi
Biomedical Science convenor
Prof Simon Morley
Professor of Signal Transduction
Research interests
Cell signalling, Gene expression, Translational regulation
Dr Jo Murray
Reader
Research interests
Cell cycle, Chromosomes, DNA damage and repair, DNA replication, Genome rearrangements, Homologous recombination, Replication of damaged DNA
Prof Alison Sinclair
Professor of Molecular Virology
Research interests
Burkitt lymphoma, Cancer (Human disease), Cancer cell biology, Cell biology, Cell cultures, Chromatin, DNA binding proteins, Expression systems, Gene expression, Gene silencing, Genomics, Microbiology, Molecular virology, mRNA, nasopharyngeal carcinoma, next-generation sequencing, Oncogenes, Protein complexes, Transcription, Transcription factors, Transcriptional regulation, Virology, virus, virus replication
Prof Michelle West
Professor of Tumour Virology
Research interests
B cells, Cancer cell biology, Cell cycle, Chromatin, Epigenetics, Transcriptional regulation, Translational regulation, Virology
Dr Edward Wright
Senior Lecturer in Microbiology
Research interests
Drug discovery, Host-pathogen interactions, Molecular virology, Vaccine development, Vaccines, Virology
Fees
- UK/EU students:
- £9,250 per year
- Channel Islands and Isle of Man students:
- £9,250 per year
- International students:
- £22,500 per year
- Study abroad:
- Find out about grants and funding, tuition fees and insurance costs for studying abroad
- Placement:
- Find out about tuition fees for placements
Note that your fees may be subject to an increase on an annual basis as the Government reviews the fee levels.
Find out about typical living costs for studying at Sussex
Find out about our terms and conditions
Scholarships
Our goal is to ensure that every student who wants to study with us is able to regardless of financial barriers, so that we continue to attract talented and unique people.
Article 26 Scholarship
Full overseas tuition fee waiver plus £11,500 maintenance per year of study.
EU Excellence Scholarship
You receive a £2,000 cash award, paid as two separate payments of £1,000.
Sussex Excellence Scholarship
You receive £2,000 cash maintenance during your first year of study.
You receive the scholarship during your first year, as two identical payments of £1,000.
Careers
Graduate destinations
Recent Life Sciences graduates have taken up a range of roles, including:
- research consultant, Medical Action Myanmar
- production lab technician, Thermo Fisher Scientific
- graduate management trainee, NHS Leadership Academy.
(Destinations of Leavers from Higher Education Survey 2017)
Your future career
Throughout your course, transferable skills such as time management, communication and analytical skills are embedded within the modules.
You can go on to graduate from medical school or to the expanding Physician Associate programmes. You can also pursue postgraduate study, leading to academic and applied medical research in the pharmaceutical industry, hospitals, universities and research institutes.
You can also go into a career in:
- nutrition or physiotherapy
- paramedical work or management of clinical trials
- other areas related to medicine.
Working while you study
Our Careers and Employability Centre can help you find part-time work while you study. Find out more about career development and part-time work
