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Academics

A-Level

  • A level offer – AAA 
  • Subjects include Biology or Chemistry or Human Biology plus another science subject.
  • Science A levels: Applicants taking Science A levels that include a practical component will be required to take and pass this as a condition of entry. 
  • This applies only to applicants sitting A levels with an English examination board.

IB Diploma

  • IB Diploma score – 37 with 666 in higher level subjects 
  • Subjects include Biology or Chemistry plus another higher level science subject.

Note: Psychology, Maths and Geography are all considered sciences for the purposes of admissions. Although PE is accepted as a third A level, it is not a science for the purpose of admissions

English Language Requirement

The applicant must submit one of the following English language requirements: 

  • UKVI/SELT IELTS: 6.5 with no component under 6.0
  • Non UKVI/SELT IELTS: 6.5 with no component under 6.0
  • TOEFL iBT and TOEFL iBT Home edition: 92 with no component under 23 
  • Cambridge IGCSE First Language English: Grade C or above 
  • Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language: Grade B or above
  • Pearson Academic PTE: 62 (with no less than 59 in each Communicative Skill)

Personal Statement

Letters of Recommendation

Durham University – Biological Sciences BSc (Hons)
Source: Durham University – Biological Sciences BSc (Hons)