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BSc or MSci?
A BSc qualification is studied over three years, An MSci qualification is studied over four or
or four years when studied with a Placement Year, five years, where you will spend an additional year
where you will graduate with a Bachelor of Science completing the learning outcomes of a Master’s degree.
degree. This is considered a typical undergraduate The additional year will also allow you to work on an in-
degree. A BSc may be the best choice for you if you depth research project. An MSci may be the best choice
want to keep your career and education options for you if you are looking to gain deeper knowledge of
open after you graduate. the subject, and open up further career opportunities in
the future due to the additional investment in your skills.
If you choose to study a BSc, you can still apply for a
postgraduate Master’s degree (MSc or MRes).
Our MSci courses hold Advanced Degree
Accreditation by the Royal Society of Biology,
highlighting its potential to educate the life science
leaders and innovators of the future.
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