Life Sciences

Undergraduate Pathway in Life Sciences

Keele University is ranked consistently highly in major league tables for its life sciences provision, currently 3^rd in the UK for Forensic Science (The Guardian 2026). Study this pathway programme and progress onto specialisms such as Neuroscience, Occupational Therapy, or Pharmacology.

Duration

Two semesters

Intakes

January
September

Entry Points

Foundation

Academic Requirements Apply Today

Course Details

Progression Degrees

Bio Sciences degrees

Forensic Science degrees

Neuroscience degrees

Occupational and Speech Therapy degrees

Pharmacology degrees

Modules

Semester 1

English for Academic Study 1
Mathematics 1
Physics
Academic and Digital Skills

Semester 2

English for Academic Study 1
Research skills
Biology
Chemistry

Programme Specification

Careers

Upon graduating from one of our many life science degrees, you could work for the NHS in roles such as Occupational Therapist or Speech and Language Therapist. If you enjoy learning, you could work as a Research Scientist and contribute to medical advancements. With a forensic science degree, you could apply your scientific knowledge to criminal justice as a Forensic Laboratory Analyst. Depending on your chosen specialism, the possibilities are endless.

Industry-standard Facilities

Studying Life Sciences at KUIC and Keele University, you will have access to:

Multidisciplinary clinical skills laboratories
Research laboratories, with over £2m worth of analytical equipment
A dedicated Health Library, available to students and everyone who works for the NHS in the region.

Life Science Facilities