International Year One in Biosciences

University of Exeter International Study Centre

Prepare for entry to Year 2 of a three-year undergraduate degree in Biosciences at the University of Exeter.

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Key Information

The UK's only biosciences pathway taught by Russell Group professors, with all pathway academic modules taught at the University of Exeter alongside first-year students.
Students will learn how information is stored and inherited in living organisms, from DNA structure and gene expression to genome replication, and then prepare and analyze DNA.
The pathway teaches students technical vocabulary and writing structures needed for further studies in biosciences.
Progress to a UK top 20 university for world-leading research in Biological Sciences (Research Excellence Framework 2021, based on 4-star research).
An industrial placement or a study abroad option is available on many progression degrees.

Course Details

International Year One in Biosciences

University of Exeter International Study Centre

Age Requirement

All students must be 17 by the end of their academic year of study, no later than 31 August.

Academic Requirements

A-levels (or equivalent) at grades CCD, with a C in Biology and an A-level or equivalent in one other science or maths subject. GCSE grade C/L4 Mathematics (or equivalent) is also required.

English Language Requirements

IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all subskills) or equivalent

Class size

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

2025 Fall Start (September)

Course start date : 15 September 2025 - Course end date: 19 June 2026

Semester 1 fall: 15 September 2025 - 12 December 2025
Semester 2 spring: 5 January 2026 - 3 April 2026
Semester 3 spring: 27 April 2026 - 19 June 2026

Estimated cost of attendance

Tuition fee

£ 23,600.00

Accommodation

£ 2,244.00 - 11,328.00

Enrolment fee (Compulsory)

£ 250.00

Textbooks (Compulsory)

£ 260.00 - 355.00

Studio or lab fee (compulsory - programme dependent)

£ 500.00

Approximate cost

£ 26,854.00 - 36,033.00

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 2025 – 31 August 2026 and are for indicative purposes only.

All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2026 2025 will pay the 2025/2026 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2026, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2026/2027 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only.