International Foundation in Biosciences

The University of Manchester
Prepare for direct entry to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree in a range of Bioscience-related subjects at The University of Manchester. The only specialist International Foundation program that guarantees an offer to study at The University of Manchester. Discover the fascinating world of biological and biomedical sciences with a degree that gives you flexibility to explore your interests.

Key Information

  • Progress to a world top 35 institution, The University of Manchester (QS World University Rankings 2025).
  • Improve academic English and advanced research skills, including academic writing through lab reports and data analysis through data-handling clinics.
  • Smaller class sizes and expert guidance with university applications at INTO Manchester, ensuring plenty of academic support and help choosing where to study.
  • Progress to a world top 40 biological sciences degree (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025) and learn from leading industry experts.
  • The university is home to specialist research centers such as the Systems Microscopy Centre, and boasts state-of-the-art facilities including bioimaging, DNA sequencing, histology and bioinformatics.
  • Degrees offer the opportunity for an industry placement, with the university linked to a number of charities, industry leaders and the NHS.

Course Details

International Foundation in Biosciences

The University of Manchester

Age Requirement

16

All students commencing courses on a published September start date must be 17 years old by 31 December of that calendar year. For January start dates, students must have turned 17 years old by the 31st December immediately preceding the course.
Academic Requirements
Completion of 12 years of schooling (or local equivalent to meet the same standard) with good grades.
English Language Requirements
IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum of 6.0 in all subskills) or equivalent
Class size

20

Note: The information is subject to change and application decisions may vary based on individual circumstances.

Start Date

6 January 2025

End Date

29 August 2025

Length

3 Terms

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

£ 26,995.00

Accommodation

£ 4,224.00 - 12,950.00

Enrolment fee (Compulsory)

£ 250.00

Textbooks (Compulsory)

£ 110.00 - 430.00

Lab fee (Compulsory-Course dependent)

£ 500.00

Studio fee (Compulsory-Course dependent)

£ 500.00

Airport pick-up (Optional)

£ 50.00

Social programme (Optional)

£ 100.00

CAS charges (Compulsory-Course dependent)

£ 25.00

Approximate cost

£ 32,754.00 - 41,800.00

The cost of your study plan may vary depending on factors including the pathway chosen, program length and choice of accommodation.

The prices shown are for the current academic year of 01 September 2024 – 31 August 2025 and are for indicative purposes only.

All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2025 will pay the 2024/2025 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2025, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2025/2026 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.

P

= Placement option available

A

= Study abroad option available

Zoology-BSc (Hons)

Final level %: AAB with grades AA in two sciences (preferably Biology and Chemistry), grade B in a 3rd subject
English level %: EAP score of B in every component

Cognitive Neuroscience and Psychology-BSc (Hons)

Final level %: AAB (Grade A in two sciences: Chemistry and Biology are preferred)

P

English level %: B with no component below B

Biotechnology with Industrial/Professional Experience-BSc

Final level %: AAB
English level %: B in every component
Additional Requirements

Biology with Entrepreneurship-BSc

Final level %: AAB with grades AA in Chemistry and another science subject (preferably Biology), grade B in a 3rd s
English level %: B

Adult Nursing-BNurs (Hons)

Final level %: BBC in Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics
English level %: Overall Grade A with Grade B in writing and A in all other components
Additional Requirements
Additional Information

Public Health-BSc

Final level %: BBB
English level %: EAP B overall, C in each component

Healthcare Science (Audiology)-BSc

Final level %: AAB in Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics
English level %: B
Additional Requirements

Biochemistry with Entrepreneurship-BSc (Hons)

Final level %: AAB with AA in Chemistry and another science subject (preferably Biology), grade B in a 3rd subject
English level %: B with no component below B

Biotechnology with Entrepreneurship-BSc

Final level %: AAB with grades AA in Chemistry and another science subject (preferably Biology)
English level %: B in every component

Biomedical Sciences with Entrepreneurship-BSc

Final level %: AAB with grades AA in Chemistry and another science subject (preferably Biology)
English level %: B in every component