Biological Sciences (Neuroscience)

取得日期：2026-10-06、2026-10-11、2026-09-16

https://le.ac.uk/courses/biological-sciences-neuroscience-mbiolsci/2027

https://le.ac.uk/study/international-students/countries/asia/hong-kong-sar

https://www.ucas.com/explore/courses/805b1308-bcc8-437d-bbdf-afaec39cdff7?studyYear=2027

https://le.ac.uk/study/international-students/english-language-requirements/equivalent

## Entry requirements

* A-levels: BBB, including at least two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. We may consider two AS-levels in place of one A-level. General Studies not accepted.

* EPQ with A-levels: BBC + EPQ grade B. A-level subjects to include two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. General Studies not accepted.

* Level 3 Core Maths with A-levels: BBC + Level 3 Core Maths grade B (if Maths not taken as a full A or AS level). A-level subjects to include two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Psychology. General Studies not accepted.

* GCSE: At least Grade 4/C in both English Language and Maths (if not held at A2/AS-level).

* Access to HE Diploma (Science): Pass diploma with 45 credits at level three, 24 of which must be at distinction.

* International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 28 points to include grade 5 in at least two relevant HL science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. Must include a minimum of grade 4 in SL Maths or 3 at HL and grade 4 in English A or 5 in English B if minimum of grade 4/C not held in English Language and Maths at GCSE.

* BTEC Nationals: Pass Applied Science Diploma with DDD plus five GCSEs at B/5 or above including two relevant sciences.

* T Levels: Distinction in Science (with an Occupational Specialism in Laboratory technician).

Other official national and international qualifications considered from across the world. You can review some of the qualifications we accept on our countries page and English Language equivalencies .

If your qualification or country is not listed, please contact us for more information, including the name and result of the qualification you have studied.

Second year entry may be possible with suitable qualifications.

### Flexible entry requirements

We welcome applications from motivated students whose predicted grades are slightly below our standard entry requirements. We understand that predicted grades are not always an accurate reflection of your final results, and we’re happy to consider your application. Although we can’t guarantee an offer due to the high volume of applications, if you’re eligible, we may still offer you a place based on our standard requirements.

### Contextual offers

The University of Leicester is committed to providing equitable opportunities for all applicants from all backgrounds. We make contextual offers to support students who may be impacted by the area they live in, their personal circumstances or who have completed one of our progression programmes . These offers are usually one or two grades lower than the standard entry requirements.

To qualify for a contextual offer, you must apply for an eligible course and meet specific criteria – check if you’re eligible .

### Selection process

When considering your application, we will look for evidence that you will be able to fulfil the objectives of the course and achieve the standards required. We will take into account a range of factors including previous exam results.

Applicants are not normally interviewed. If you receive an offer you will be invited to visit the School of Biological Sciences.

### English Language Requirements

IELTS 6.5 or equivalent. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability .

If you do not yet meet our requirements, our English Language Teaching Unit (ELTU) offers a range of courses to help you to improve your English to the necessary standard.

### International Qualifications

Find your country in this list to check equivalent qualifications, scholarships and additional requirements.

Countries list

課程頁官方原文 BBB, including at least two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. We may consider two AS-levels in place of one A-level. General Studies not accepted. https://le.ac.uk/courses/biological-sciences-neuroscience-mbiolsci/2027 取得日期：2026-10-11

香港／國際頁官方原文 If you are taking the Hong Kong Diploma in Secondary Education (HKDSE), you may be eligible for entry to the first year of a degree at Leicester if you achieve the following equivalent grades: A-levels | HKDSE --- | --- AAA | 555 AAB | 554 ABB | 544 BBB | 444 These grades must be from either three electives or two electives plus one core subject (Chinese Language, English Language or Mathematics – core and extended parts). There are specific subject requirements for some programmes. For degrees where Mathematics A-level is an entry requirement, you are required to have studied both core and extended Mathematics. Please note that Liberal Studies is not accepted and Chinese is not accepted for Economics programmes. If you wish to apply to Medicine, see cite11†Medicine's entry requirements . For more information about available degrees, please see the cite12†individual course pages . https://le.ac.uk/study/international-students/countries/asia/hong-kong-sar 取得日期：2026-10-06

UCAS課程完整原文 BBB, including at least two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. We may consider two AS-levels in place of one A-level. General Studies not accepted. Level 3 Core Maths with A-levels: BBC + Level 3 Core Maths grade B (if Maths not taken as a full A or AS level). A-level subjects to include two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Psychology. General Studies not accepted. https://www.ucas.com/explore/courses/805b1308-bcc8-437d-bbdf-afaec39cdff7?studyYear=2027 取得日期：2026-09-16

HKDSE英文對照官方完整原文 In this section Countries where education is in English Equivalent qualifications Return to the start of the menu Study International English language requirements Countries where education is in English Equivalent qualifications International Equivalent qualifications and tests Every degree page on our website specifies an IELTS score as the minimum English Language requirement for that course. If you have taken a different English language test or qualification, this table shows the equivalent scores or marks you need to match the IELTS grade for your course. Tests Your test must have been taken within the past two years. Please see below for sub score requirements. IELTS 5.5 6.0 6.5 7.0 7.5 IELTS Academic 5.5 6.0 6.5 7.0 7.5 IELTS One Skill Retake 5.5 6.0 6.5 7.0 7.5 IELTS Online 5.5 6.0 6.5 7.0 7.5 TOEFL iBT - 80 90 100 110 TOEFL iBT home edition 70 80 90 100 110 TOEFL iBT (taken after 21/1/2026) - 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.5 TOEFL iBT home edition (taken after 21/1/2026) 3.5 4.0 4.5 5.0 5.5 Pearson Test of English (PTE) - 59 61 68 75 Pearson Test of English (PTE) Online - 59 61 68 75 Cambridge CPE and CAE (test taken after Jan 2015) - 169 176 185 191 Duolingo English Test (DET) 95 105 120 130 140 Kaplan Test of English (KTE) - 426 459 495 527 Password Plus 5.5 6.0 6.5 7.0 7.5 TEEP - 6.0 6.5 7.0 7.5 OIBEC - Pass Pass Pass Pass Cambridge ESOL (Skills for Life) - Level 1 Level 1 Level 2 Level 2 Trinity College ISE 80 90 96 105 - Language Cert International ESOL B2 Pass High pass High pass - - Language Cert Academic 60 65 70 75 80 Language Cert Academic (online) 60 65 70 75 80 Language Cert International ESOL C1 Pass Pass Pass Pass Pass/high pass Skills for English, PSI B2 Pass B2 Pass with Merit B2 Pass with Merit C1 Pass C1 Pass Cambridge Occupational English Test (OET) C/200+ C/250+ C/300+ B/350+ B/400+ Oxford Test of English (OTE) Advanced 111 126 136 146 - Oxford ELLT (Global and Digital) 5 6 7 8 - International qualifications Qualifications are valid, whenever you studied them. IELTS 6.0 6.5 7.0 7.5 GCSE English Language C C B B A-level English Language C C B B AS-level English Language C C B B Cambridge O-level C C B B Cambridge International GCSE, English as First Language C1 C1 B1 B1 Cambridge International GCSE, English as Second Language B2 B2 A2 A2 European Baccalaureate 80% in EL 80% in EL 90% in EL 90% in EL Irish Leaving Certificate (pre-2017) C C B B Irish Leaving Certificate (2017 onwards) O4/H4 O4/H4 O3/H3 O3/H3 International Baccalaureate: English A 4 at SL or HL 4 at SL or HL 5 at SL or HL 5 at SL or HL International Baccalaureate: English B 5 at SL or HL 5 at SL or HL 6 at SL or HL 6 at SL or HL NECO English Language C6 C6 B3 B3 Oxford AQA iGCSE, English as First Language C1 C1 B1 B1 Oxford AQA iGCSE, English as Second Language B2 B2 A2 A2 Pearson Edexcel iGCSE, English as First Language C1 C1 B1 B1 Pearson Edexcel iGCSE, English as Second Language B2 B2 A2 A2 Scottish Advanced Higher or Higher English C C B B WASSCE English C6 C6 C4 C4 Notes For Medicine and Clinical Science courses, at least 2 in Speaking: Cambridge syllabus 0500 and 0990 Pearson Edexcel syllabus 4EA1 and 4EBO Oxford AQA syllabus 9270 Not accepted for Medicine, Pharmacy, Optometry or Clinical Science courses. Country-specific qualifications Qualifications are valid, whenever you studied them. IELTS 6.0 6.5 7.0 7.5 Austria Matura / Reifeprüfung Grade 2 Grade 2 Grade 2 Grade 2 Brunei GCE/O-level 1120 Syllabus C C B B Bulgaria Diploma za sredno Obrazovani Grade 5 Grade 5 Grade 5 Grade 5 Cameroon GCE O-level English C C B B Denmark Bevis for Studentereksamen Grade 7 Grade 7 Grade 10 Grade 10 Finland Ylioppilastutkinto Grade 5 Grade 5 Grade 5 Grade 5 France Baccalauréat L’option International English Grade 12 Grade 12 Grade 12 Grade 12 France Baccalauréat General Grade 14 Grade 14 Grade 14 Grade 14 Germany Abitur, English Grade 12 Grade 12 Grade 13 Grade 13 Hong Kong HKDSE Grade 4 Grade 4 Grade 5 Grade 5 Hong Kong HKAL C C B A Iceland Stúdentspróf, Compulsory English Grade 8 Grade 8 Grade 8 Grade 8 India (UG applicants) National Board Standard XII 70% 70% 80% 80% India (UG applicants) State Board Standard XII (all Boards except Punjab) 80% 80% 90% 90% India (PGT applicants) National Board Standard XII 70% 70% 80% 80% India (PGT applicants) State Board Standard XII 70% 70% 80% 80% Luxembourg Diplome de Fin d’Etudes Secondaires 45 (bien) 45 (bien) 45 (bien) 45 (bien) Malaysia English Language GCE-O (Syllabus 1119) C C B B Malaysia SPM English 1119 (Bahasa Inggeris)1 CEFR B2 CEFR B2 CEFR C1 CEFR C1 Malta Matriculation Certificate, English C C B B Mauritius Cambridge Overseas Schools (COS), English C C B B Namibia HIGCSE C C B B Netherlands VWO, English Grade 7 Grade 7 Grade 8 Grade 8 Norway Vitnemål Grade 5 Grade 5 Grade 5 Grade 5 Poland Matura, Extended Level English language 70% 75% 80% 85% Sri Lanka O-level in English Credit Credit Distinction Distinction Sweden Fullständigt från Gymnasieskolan, English C/VG C/VG B/VG B/VG Switzerland Maturità Grade 5 Grade 5 Grade 5 Grade 5 Notes At least CEFR B2 required in all four components. Minimum test scores IELTS Listening - 5.5 Reading - 5.5 Speaking - 5.5 Writing - 5.5 TOEFL Listening - 17 Reading - 18 Speaking - 20 Writing - 17 TOEFL (taken after 21/1/2026) Listening - 4.0 Reading - 4.0 Speaking - 4.0 Writing - 4.0 Pearson Test of English Listening - 59 Reading - 59 Speaking - 59 Writing - 59 Duolingo English Test Literacy - 95 Production – 95 Comprehension – 95 Conversation – 95 Kaplan Test of English (KTE) At least 425 in all four components Password Plus At least 5.5 in all four components LanguageCert At least 33/50 in all four components (ESOL) At least 60 in all four components (Academic) Skills for English, PSI At least Pass in all four components Cambridge OET At least C/200 in all four components Cambridge ESOL Skills for Life Listening, speaking, reading and writing - Pass Listen and respond - Borderline Speak to communicate - Borderline Engage in discussion - Borderline Cambridge ESOL Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) Listening - 162 Speaking - 162 Reading - 162 Writing - 162 Cambridge ESOL Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) Listening - 162 Speaking - 162 Reading - 162 Writing - 162 Trinity College ISE At least 80 in all four components Oxford Test of English (OTE) Advanced Listening - 111 Reading - 111 Speaking - 111 Writing - 111 Oxford ELLT (Global and Digital) Listening - 5 Reading - 5 Speaking - 5 Writing - 5 Not sure if you meet our English Language requirements? Please contact either [email protected] (for undergraduate courses) or [email protected] (for postgraduate courses) and our staff will be happy to advise you. https://le.ac.uk/study/international-students/english-language-requirements/equivalent 取得日期：2026-10-06

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