Queen's University Belfast, Bachelor of Science [B.S] in Zoology, Eligibility, Application Deadline, Fee Details & Scholarships

 Requirement Type

 Details

 School of Biological Sciences

Academic Qualification

• A-Level: BBB (Grade B in three A-Level subjects)including Biology and at least one from:
  • Chemistry (preferred).
  • Geography, Mathematics, or Physics + GCSE Chemistry grade C/4 or
  • GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4. OR
  • ABB (Grade A in one & Grade B in two A-Level subjects) including Biology + GCSE Chemistry grade C/4 or equivalent.
• Irish Leaving Certificate: including Higher Level Biology and at least one from:
  • Chemistry (preferred).
  • Geography.
  • Mathematics, or Physics + Ordinary Level Chemistry and Mathematics at O4 if not taken at Higher Level.
• International Baccalaureate (IB): 32 points overall including 6,5,5 at Higher Level in Biology and Chemistry (preferred) or Mathematics or Physics + GCSE Chemistry grade C/4 or equivalent.
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDD (DDD = Distinction, Distinction, Distinction in BTEC) in a relevant subject + GCSE Biology and Chemistry grade C/4 or equivalent.
• Access Course: Science-based Access Course with an average of 80% and no less than 70% in any module, including Biology and Chemistry modules + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 or equivalent.

NOTE:

• where, O4 = Ordinary Level Grade 4 (equivalent to a C at GCSE level).
• H3 = Higher Level Grade 3 (equivalent to a B in A-Level).
• H4 = Higher Level Grade 4 (equivalent to a C in A-Level).

Country Specific Requirement

• Academic Qualifications:
  • A-Levels: Three A-Levels.
  • IB Diploma: 30 - 36 points.
  • Indian Standard XII (CBSE, CISCE, State Boards): 70-85% (best 5 subjects).
  • Subject-Specific: 75%+ where required.
• Typical Standard XII Offers - 85% (AAB at A-Level):
  • 80% (ABB at A-Level).
  • 75% (BBB at A-Level).
  • 70% (BBC at A-Level).
• JEE Consideration: JEE scores may compensate for lower Standard XII subject scores (min. 60% in key subjects required).
• Standard XII English Language Alternative: 70% in English (valid for 7 years) accepted instead of IELTS if from an accepted board. Digilocker verification required.

English Language Requirement

• IELTS Academic (UKVI Approved SELT): Overall:6.5 with minimum of 5.5 each Skill.
• IELTS Academic (Test Centre/Online), IELTS One Skill Retake, IELTS Indicator: Overall:6.5 with minimum of 5.5 each Skill.
• TOEFL iBT (Internet based test or iBT Special Home Edition): Overall 90, with minimum Listening: 17, Reading: 18, Speaking: 20, Writing: 17.
• Duolingo English Test (DET): 120 overall, minimum 110 in all subskills.
• Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic: 69 overall, minimum 59 in each component.
• C2 Proficiency (CPE): 176 overall, minimum 162 in each element.
• C1 Advanced (CAE): 176 overall, minimum 162 in each element.
• International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: English A (Language & Literature/Literature):
  • Standard Level: 5.
  • Higher Level: 5.
• International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: English B
  • Standard Level: 7.
  • Higher Level: 6.
• Kaplan Test of English (KTE): 494 overall, minimum 425 in all four elements.
• GCSE English Language (AQA, CCEA, Pearson Edexcel): Grade C/4.
• IGCSE English (First Language) Syllabus 0522: Grade C (speaking & listening included).
• IGCSE English (First Language) Syllabus 0500/0990: Grade C/4 in all components, Grade 2 in Speaking & Listening.
• IGCSE English (Second Language) Syllabus 0510/0993 (Oral Endorsement): Grade B/6 or above, with Grade 2/Distinction in Oral/Aural test.
• IGCSE English (Second Language) Syllabus 0511/0991 (Count-in Oral/Aural): Grade B/6.

Documents Required

• Academic Transcripts and Certificates.
• Proof of English Language Proficiency.
• Statement of Purpose (SOP).
• Letter of Recommendation (LOR).
• Financial Documents (For Visa Purposes).
• Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Copy of Passport.

Application Link

Application Link

Application Fee

 £ 28.50

• Book Costs: £30 - £100 per book (if purchased instead of borrowing).
• Printing & Supplies: Estimated £30 - £75 per year for photocopying, memory sticks, and printing.
• £200: Year 2 Coastal and Oceanic Biology field trip.
• £200: Year 2 Applied Ecology with Field Course Module field trip.
• £100: Optional School Workplace Tour