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Biology

Module group of: STEM & Natural Sciences Pathway

Key information

Course type:
Foundation
Study mode:
Full-time
Duration:
1 year
Application status:
Closed
Start date:
28 September 2026
Extended start date:
17 August 2026
Priority deadline:
6 March 2026
Final application deadline:
30 June 2026

If you choose to study the Biology module, you'll get an in-depth introduction to the biology topics you need to explore this subject at university level. 

You'll cover topics such as biological molecules, homeostasis in the human body, energy and exercise, cellular respiration, nervous coordination and integration, the cell cycle, molecular biology and microbiology. 

But because this is part of the STEM & Natural Sciences Pathway, you'll also study a core Mathematics for Natural Sciences module

By choosing to combine biology and mathematics, you'll improve your ability to organise and analyse data in a robust way. 

You'll begin to build a combination of knowledge that's beneficial for a range of careers that involve working with biological data — for example, in biostatistics, bioinformatics, population ecology and epidemiology. 

Choosing biology for your optional module means you’ll be eligible to apply for degrees like Biomedical Engineering, Natural Sciences, Neuroscience & Psychology, Psychology & Criminology, and Sport & Exercise Medical Sciences.

You will study a total of four modules: Mathematics for Natural Sciences, Science & Society and you will be allocated either one of English for Scientific Academic Purposes or Academic Expression & Critical Thinking as listed in the 'Teaching & structure' tab on the STEM & Natural Sciences pathway page.

Take a look at the Biology module and Mathematics for Natural Sciences module to see more details about what you will learn from each foundation module, and view the full list of recommended and eligible undergraduate degrees on the tabs below.

Core modules

Pathway modules

Choose the qualification that you are studying from the below to see what you need to achieve in order to receive a conditional offer for your chosen module combination. For example, if you are studying the US qualifications but you live in France, choose the US as your country in the drop-down below.

Accepted national school qualifications

Accepted Common International Qualification

  • A-levels: grades BBB in three A-Levels excluding General Studies/Critical Thinking, B in Mathematics and Biology. No progression to degrees at the Dickson Poon School of Law.
  • AS-levels: grades BBB in three AS-levels excluding Critical Thinking/ English General Paper/ General Studies/ Global Perspectives & Research, B in Mathematics and Biology
  • Advanced Placement Tests (College Board) and the ACT: 26 in the ACT and 444 in three College Board AP subjects excluding AP Capstone Research and Seminar, AP at 4 in Mathematics and Biology. No progression to degrees at the Dickson Poon School of Law.
  • Advanced Placement Tests (College Board): 44444 in five AP subjects excluding AP Capstone Research and Seminar, AP at 4 in Mathematics and Biology. No progression to degrees at the Dickson Poon School of Law.
  • International Baccalaureate Certificates: 555 in three International Baccalaureate Certificates, 5HL or 5SL in Mathematics and Biology
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB): 32 points overall or an aggregate score of 15 from three Higher Levels, 5HL or 5SL in Mathematics and Biology. No progression to degrees at the Dickson Poon School of Law.
  • International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP): a grade of ‘Pass’ in the CP core, and two IB Diploma Programme Certificates (taken at standard or higher level) at 5, 5HL or 5SL in an IB Certificate in Mathematics and Biology

Deposit

Upon accepting an offer for the King’s International Foundation Programme, you are required to pay a deposit of £6,000 to secure your place by the deadline, which will be stated in your offer. If you do not pay the deposit or provide evidence of financial sponsorship by the deadline stated in your offer, your offer will expire, and King’s reserves the right not to reinstate the offer.

This deposit is payable when you firmly accept an offer (unconditional or conditional) to study with us and will be offset against your tuition fees when you join King’s.

Payments are made online through the King's Apply portal.

All students need to pay the deposit, with the exception of sponsored students. If you are being sponsored by an employer or your government, for example, you will need to provide a valid Financial Guarantee letter. Please contact our Admissions team if you have any questions.

Application fee: £75

Our King’s International Foundation Programmes require a non-refundable application fee before you can submit your application to be considered. This step is built into the application process. Please note that payment of an application fee does not guarantee that you will receive an offer for your chosen programme, as many of our programmes are competitive.

If you apply for a pathway and receive a rejection your application fee will not be refunded. If you then choose to apply for a different pathway you will need to pay another application fee.

Please ensure that you carefully read the information about your chosen pathway and modules before applying.

Note: if you receive an offer, our King’s International Foundation Programme will also require a deposit to secure your place. This is in addition to the application fee; however, the deposit is used as a partial payment of the tuition fees upon enrolment. Your offer letter will include details of any deposit you must pay, deadlines, and payment methods. You should not make a deposit payment unless instructed to do so as part of an offer.

Find out more about how to apply for the International Foundation Programme.

Additional costs/expenses

In addition to your application and tuition fees, you can also expect to pay for:

  • Accommodation and living costs
  • Travel costs for travel around London and between campuses
  • Books if you need your own copy or they are required for your module
  • Library fees and fines
  • Society membership fees
  • Personal photocopies
  • Printing course handouts
  • Stationery
  • Graduation costs

Please see our student Terms and Conditions for further fee details, including our refund policy.

Choose the qualification that you are studying from the below to see what you need to achieve in order to receive a conditional offer for your chosen module combination. For example, if you are studying the US qualifications but you live in France, choose the US as your country in the drop-down below.

Accepted national school qualifications

Accepted Common International Qualification

  • A-levels: grades BBB in three A-Levels excluding General Studies/Critical Thinking, B in Mathematics and Biology. No progression to degrees at the Dickson Poon School of Law.
  • AS-levels: grades BBB in three AS-levels excluding Critical Thinking/ English General Paper/ General Studies/ Global Perspectives & Research, B in Mathematics and Biology
  • Advanced Placement Tests (College Board) and the ACT: 26 in the ACT and 444 in three College Board AP subjects excluding AP Capstone Research and Seminar, AP at 4 in Mathematics and Biology. No progression to degrees at the Dickson Poon School of Law.
  • Advanced Placement Tests (College Board): 44444 in five AP subjects excluding AP Capstone Research and Seminar, AP at 4 in Mathematics and Biology. No progression to degrees at the Dickson Poon School of Law.
  • International Baccalaureate Certificates: 555 in three International Baccalaureate Certificates, 5HL or 5SL in Mathematics and Biology
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB): 32 points overall or an aggregate score of 15 from three Higher Levels, 5HL or 5SL in Mathematics and Biology. No progression to degrees at the Dickson Poon School of Law.
  • International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP): a grade of ‘Pass’ in the CP core, and two IB Diploma Programme Certificates (taken at standard or higher level) at 5, 5HL or 5SL in an IB Certificate in Mathematics and Biology

Deposit

Upon accepting an offer for the King’s International Foundation Programme, you are required to pay a deposit of £6,000 to secure your place by the deadline, which will be stated in your offer. If you do not pay the deposit or provide evidence of financial sponsorship by the deadline stated in your offer, your offer will expire, and King’s reserves the right not to reinstate the offer.

This deposit is payable when you firmly accept an offer (unconditional or conditional) to study with us and will be offset against your tuition fees when you join King’s.

Payments are made online through the King's Apply portal.

All students need to pay the deposit, with the exception of sponsored students. If you are being sponsored by an employer or your government, for example, you will need to provide a valid Financial Guarantee letter. Please contact our Admissions team if you have any questions.

Application fee: £75

Our King’s International Foundation Programmes require a non-refundable application fee before you can submit your application to be considered. This step is built into the application process. Please note that payment of an application fee does not guarantee that you will receive an offer for your chosen programme, as many of our programmes are competitive.

If you apply for a pathway and receive a rejection your application fee will not be refunded. If you then choose to apply for a different pathway you will need to pay another application fee.

Please ensure that you carefully read the information about your chosen pathway and modules before applying.

Note: if you receive an offer, our King’s International Foundation Programme will also require a deposit to secure your place. This is in addition to the application fee; however, the deposit is used as a partial payment of the tuition fees upon enrolment. Your offer letter will include details of any deposit you must pay, deadlines, and payment methods. You should not make a deposit payment unless instructed to do so as part of an offer.

Find out more about how to apply for the International Foundation Programme.

Additional costs/expenses

In addition to your application and tuition fees, you can also expect to pay for:

  • Accommodation and living costs
  • Travel costs for travel around London and between campuses
  • Books if you need your own copy or they are required for your module
  • Library fees and fines
  • Society membership fees
  • Personal photocopies
  • Printing course handouts
  • Stationery
  • Graduation costs

Please see our student Terms and Conditions for further fee details, including our refund policy.

Key information

Course type:
Foundation
Study mode:
Full-time
Duration:
1 year
Application status:
Closed
Start date:
28 September 2026
Extended start date:
17 August 2026
Priority deadline:
6 March 2026
Final application deadline:
30 June 2026

STEM & Natural Sciences Pathway

The King’s International Foundation Programme (STEM & Natural Sciences) is a specialist programme designed for ambitious international students who require additional language support. It is a one-year, full-time, level 3 pre-undergraduate academic programme designed to prepare you for undergraduate study at King’s College London or other top UK universities. Students who successfully complete the programme receive a Foundation Certificate. It aims to develop your academic language, essential subject knowledge, and study skills, and introduce you to the UK education system so that you are fully prepared for your degree.

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