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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Life Sciences (with a foundation year)
University of Sussex
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Life Sciences (with a foundation year) course at University of Sussex.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
C,C,C
A-levels should normally include at least one science from Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Human Biology, Marine Science, Maths/PureMaths/Further Maths, Physics, Psychology, Statistics or Life & Health Sciences (Double Award only). You will also normally need to pass the separate science practical assessment in at least one of the science subjects. You will normally need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B).
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at University of Sussex. These students are taking Life Sciences (with a foundation year) or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Biology | A |
| Chemistry | C |
| Mathematics | B |
| Economics | B |
| Psychology | B |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: C701
Here's what University of Sussex says about its Life Sciences (with a foundation year) course.
About the course
If you want to learn from scientists tackling some of the world’s most important challenges – such as conservation, cancer and dementia – this Foundation Year is perfect for you.
On our Foundation Year, you’ll have the opportunity to explore exciting subjects in Life Sciences before you choose your degree. You’ll gain knowledge and experience of the content of different courses.
To prepare you for whichever course you pick, you learn both practical and academic skills in:
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biology
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chemistry
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mathematics.
This gives you the perfect grounding for your studies.
Location
Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.
About the University of Sussex
Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.
Source: University of Sussex
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Neuroscience
Location
Main Site | Brighton
Duration
4 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Biology
Start date
September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| EU | £23,500 per year |
| International | £23,500 per year |
The modules you will study
See the modules you will study by year by going to the ‘visit our course page’ link at the bottom of the page.
University of Sussex student reviews
Showing 120 reviews
1st year student
1 year ago
Two stars: Could be better
1st year student
1 year ago
Not really a social being
1st year student
1 year ago
Accommodation is quite expensive in this region and the need for a guarantor adds another expense.
1st year student
1 year ago
As an international student, i have had a pleasant experience with the staff members especially with the academic advisor team
1st year student
1 year ago
Ancient and not really modern
1st year student
1 year ago
The modules on my course have been carefully chosen to reflect the current movement and actualities within the financial industry
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Sussex
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from University of Sussex students who took the Life Sciences (with a foundation year) course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
90%
med
Teaching on my course
90%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
83%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
100%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
83%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
93%
med
Learning opportunities
85%
med
Learning opportunities
85%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
90%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
93%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
87%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
90%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
67%
low
Assessment and feedback
71%
med
Assessment and feedback
71%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
60%
low
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
73%
low
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
67%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
77%
med
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
80%
med
Academic support
87%
med
Academic support
87%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
87%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
87%
med
Organisation and management
92%
high
Organisation and management
92%
high
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
90%
high
How well organised is your course?
93%
high
Learning resources
88%
med
Learning resources
88%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
85%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
93%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
90%
med
Student voice
77%
med
Student voice
77%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
50%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
97%
high
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
83%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
75%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
93%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
79%
med
Student information
See who's studying at University of Sussex. These students are taking Life Sciences (with a foundation year) or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
The Life Sciences (with a foundation year) course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about University of Sussex graduates across each of those subject areas.
Graduate statistics
67%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
65%
Say it fits with future plans
60%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
16%
Business and public service associate professionals
16%
Natural and social science professionals
10%
Administrative occupations
7%
Conservation and environment professionals
Graduate statistics
55%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
80%
In work, study or other activity
65%
Say it fits with future plans
80%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
30%
Business and public service associate professionals
20%
Elementary occupations
15%
Teaching Professionals
5%
Administrative occupations
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Sussex graduates who took Life Sciences (with a foundation year) - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£21.5k
First year after graduation
£25.4k
Third year after graduation
£31k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Life Sciences (with a foundation year).
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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