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Biological Sciences BSc

Standard A-level offer for Biological Sciences BSc at Birmingham (2027 entry): AAB. Required subjects: A-level Biology/Human Biology plus one of Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Statistics, Chemistry or Physics; or Biology/Human Biology at grade A with any two other A-levels. Verified October 2026 against the official course page.

A-level entry requirements · 2027 entry

Standard offer
AAB
Admissions tests
None stated
Required subjects
A-level Biology/Human Biology plus one of Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Statistics, Chemistry or Physics; or Biology/Human Biology at grade A with any two other A-levels.
Notes
Biological Sciences with an International Year (BSc) asks AAA including Biology/Human Biology. Biological Sciences with Study in Continental Europe (BSc) asks AAB including Biology/Human Biology, one of Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Geology or Psychology, and one of French, German or Spanish (or Biology at A plus one of those languages). Applicants taking the EPQ may also receive an alternative offer one grade lower plus grade B in the EPQ (applies if Birmingham is your firm choice). Applicants taking Core Maths (and not A-level Maths) may also receive an alternative offer one grade lower plus grade B in Core Maths (firm choice only).
Source
Official course page · verified October 2026

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FAQ
Which A-levels do I need for Biological Sciences BSc?

A-level Biology/Human Biology plus one of Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Statistics, Chemistry or Physics; or Biology/Human Biology at grade A with any two other A-levels.

What is the standard A-level offer for Biological Sciences BSc?

AAB. Biological Sciences with an International Year (BSc) asks AAA including Biology/Human Biology.