BIOLOGICAL SCIENCE
Oxford UniversityLevel
Undergraduate
Duration
Course Duration:Full-time: 3 Years (BA) or 4 Years (MBiol - Integrated Master's). Part-time: Not available.Intakes: October intake only. (Oxford does not offer January intakes).
Tuition Fee
Fees & Payment Breakdown: Annual Tuition Fee: ~£38,000 – £48,600+ per year (plus living costs). Payment Terms: Full annual fee or termly installments paid prior to enrolment and start of terms.
Intakes
September
About This Program
Applying
Considering an application to Oxford can feel like a big step but the only things that Oxford students really have in common are academic ability and intellectual curiosity. Our students come from all over the world and bring with them an amazing range of backgrounds and interests. This helps make our University one of the most exciting learning environments anywhere.
Why Oxford?
At Oxford, you’ll join students from across the world and from a wide range of backgrounds who share a love of learning. Here, you won’t just absorb information; you’ll question it, debate it and build on it, developing the clarity, confidence and intellectual independence that come from serious study.
Our distinctive approach to teaching means you’ll work closely with academic tutors who know you and your work. You’ll be recognised and valued as an individual, helping to build belief in yourself and in what you can achieve. As a member of one of our colleges, you’ll belong to a close-knit academic and social community that supports you throughout your time here. In an environment shaped by shared curiosity and mutual respect, you’ll grow as a person and as a thinker.
University of Oxford
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Course Overview: Oxford’s BA / MBiol Biology is a world-renowned degree offering comprehensive, interdisciplinary coverage of biological systems—from molecular genetics and cellular biochemistry to animal behavior, plant biology, and global ecosystems.
UCAS & Application Details:
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UCAS Code: C100.
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Deadline: Strict early deadline on October 15 of the preceding year (e.g., October 15, 2026 for 2027 entry). Requires written assessments/interviews.
Entry Requirements
- What international qualification or curriculum you are taking (e.g., IB, AP, national exams)
- Your current grade predictions
| Qualification | Requirement |
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| A-levels | A*AA with Biology and either Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics; the A* must be in a science or Mathematics (see subjects required below for a full list of acceptable subjects) |
| Advanced Highers | AA/AAB |
| International Baccalaureate (IB) | 39 (including core points) – Biology and either Chemistry, Physics or Mathematics are required, with 7 in HL Mathematics or a science |
| Other equivalent UK qualifications | |
| Equivalent and acceptable international qualifications |
Nigerian Entry Requirements:
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Direct Entry: Highly competitive. Direct admission requires British GCE A-Levels with A*AA (with A* in Biology, Chemistry, or Mathematics) or International Baccalaureate (IB) with 39 points overall (7 in Higher Level Biology/Chemistry). WAEC/NECO SSCE alone is not accepted for direct undergraduate entry.
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English Language Requirement: IELTS Academic overall 7.5 (minimum 7.0 in each sub-test) or TOEFL iBT 110. WAEC English is NOT accepted in place of IELTS at Oxford
UCAS & Application Details:
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UCAS Code: C100.
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Deadline: Strict early deadline on October 15 of the preceding year (e.g., October 15, 2026 for 2027 entry). Requires written assessments/interviews.
University Ranking:
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Biological Sciences Subject Ranking: Ranked #1 in the UK and Top 3 globally (QS World University Rankings / Times Higher Education).
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Overall Ranking: #1 in the UK.
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