Entry requirementsSelected entry requirements English language: Either GCSE grade C, IELTS 6.5 (with not less than 6.5 in any component) or an equivalent qualification. A level: Grades AAB-BBB. This should include 2 science subjects, normally Biology and Chemistry (normally to be taken in one sitting). General Studies is welcomed, but is not normally included as part of the offer. AS level: 2 AS levels are acceptable in place of the third non-science A-level. GCSE: Minimum grade C in English Language and Mathematics. International baccalaureate: 35-32 points overall including 5 or 6 points in two sciences at Higher level, normally Biology and Chemistry. Additional entry requirements Additional entry requirements exist for this course. You may view these by selecting from the list below.
Course descriptionCourse description
The biological and computing science degree programme combines the strengths of bioscience and information technology. Bioinformatics is a rapidly developing discipline in biology, having a profound impact on modern genetic understanding. The human genome project in particular would not have been possible without advanced computing technologies.
Career opportunities
Bioscience graduates from the University of Manchester go into a variety of careers. About half stay in the life sciences and related disciplines, choosing either to study further research or taught courses such as a Masters or PhD, which could lead onto a career in bioscience, or medicine/dentistry degrees. A significant number go on to complete a science teaching qualification, such as a secondary science PGCE. Those that choose a career outside of the life sciences are highly sought after by large multinationals. Graduate programmes in accountancy, finance, law, marketing and publishing are particularly popular choices for graduates from the Faculty who do not wish to stay in science.
What our students say
Manchester is already the biggest student city in Europe. Making a single university out of Manchester's two best ones will certainly bring the thousands of students attending them closer together, both academically and socially. (Dino Mavridis, BSc Biological & Computing Science [Bioinformatics])
Course fees: For entry in 2008 are £3,145 per annum for home/EU students and £12,900 per annum for international students.