Biology

School of Natural Sciences

Biology courses in Clearing 2026

Your Kent Start begins with more. £2,000 for Home students, a £5,000 scholarship for eligible International students, and a guaranteed virtual internship for everyone. Start your university journey right.

Which of our Biology courses interests you?  

Not sure which of our Biology degrees are right for you?

Take a look at our courses available in Clearing.
BSc Biochemistry

"I want to look closer at how living things are made"

You'll discover how molecular science drives breakthroughs across healthcare, biotechnology and beyond.
Find out more
BSc biology

"I want to understand the complexity and diversity of life"

You'll develop practical, analytical and critical thinking skills and the factors that shape living systems
Find out more
BEng Biomedical Engineering

"I want to develop my knowledge in two different fields"

Our Biomedical Engineering course develops the problem-solving skills to create innovative, ethical, and sustainable healthcare solutions.
Find out more
BSC Biomedical Science

"I want a focus on real-world application"

Gain the scientific knowledge and practical laboratory experience to understand disease and prepare for careers in biomedical science or research.
Find out more

What makes biosciences at Kent?

100% of our Biological Sciences research was classified as 'world-leading' or 'Internationally excellent' for impact and environment in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021. 

beaker

Career ready

We help you get career ready with:

  • Work placement, internship and year in industry options.
  • Practical courses focused on real-world problems. 
  • Dedicated careers support for all students. 
laptop

Top facilities

Industry standard facilities at your fingertips:

  • We recently spent £2 million on our teaching laboratories.
  • All equipment is updated regularly.
  • All our teaching labs are managed by a dedicated team of experienced technicians. 
group-work

Research-led

Expert academic and technical staff:

  • 83% of the impact cases submitted to the REF 2021 were rated as world-leading.  
  • a stimulating research and innovation culture.
  • Our researchers regularly collaborate with medical companies and clinicians.

Beat the rush

Priority Clearing

Priority Clearing gives you the chance to get ahead before the rush starts.

Sign up to our Priority Clearing service and unlock a range of benefits to help you through the Clearing process at Kent.
 
Including: 

  • Your opportunity to book a one-to-one call with our friendly Clearing team to discuss your options
  • First to hear about course vacancies and closures in Clearing
  • First to hear about Clearing events and open days
  • First to hear about exciting offers and opportunities for Clearing
  • Your opportunity to wake up to a Clearing offer ready and waiting for you on results day morning

Get honest answers, real support and a clearer idea of what happens next. Sign up now to stay one step ahead in Clearing and take advantage of our expert advice.

Sign up
Check out our Clearing FAQ's

Why study Biosciences at Kent?

Gaining lab experience and field skills, you'll be exploring everything from genes and cells to entire ecosystems, giving you the confidence to make your mark on the living world.   

Turn curiosity into discovery

Whether your interests lie in genetics, ecology, or conservation, you can shape your degree to suit your goals.

You will be working in world-class labs, gaining practical and analytical skills alongside leading researchers. Fieldwork, experiments, and real scientific investigation will give you the confidence to tackle complex biological questions and understand life in all its diversity.

Engaging in research projects and modules on global challenges in your final year will provide you with the knowledge and skills to make an impact in science, the environment and beyond.  


beaker

91% of our Biology students were positive about the teaching on their course. (NSS 2025)

microscope

Our Biology and Biochemistry courses are accredited by the RSB

bubbles

100% of our Bioengineering, Medical and Biomedical Engineering students responded that they felt free to express their ideas and beliefs on their course. (NSS 2025)

earth

100% of our Biological Sciences research was classified as ‘world-leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ for impact and environment in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021.

Practice makes perfect

Where ambition takes shape.

Teaching labs achieve accreditation

Kent’s Bronze LEAF accreditation for its Biosciences and Chemistry and Forensic Science teaching labs reflects their efforts to reduce this waste and become more sustainable.
Read the news story

Our research is improving our food systems

Our research community is collaborating with local growers, producers, policymakers and wider industry to achieve real change with global impact.
See our research

Kent microbiologists receive award

Dr Emma Hargreaves and Dr Alexandra Moores, both Senior Lecturers in Microbiology, were awarded the 2025 Teaching Innovation Award for their work in supporting students’ transition to university.
See their achievement

Sign up for Priority Clearing

Sign up and you’ll get the chance to book a one-to-one chat with our Clearing team about your options and be the first to hear about available courses and events. On results day, you could also wake up to a Clearing offer already waiting for you.

Essential tools