**The foundation year will introduce you to study at university and your chosen subject. It also provides a highly supportive environment where you can develop your self-confidence.**
Animal welfare laws in Britain have meant that there is now more control and regulation of all animal-based enterprises. This has resulted in a greater need for a scientific approach to animal management and welfare across all businesses that work with animals.
You’ll develop the skills to collect and analyse scientific data independently as you research topics of your own choice, o...
**The foundation year will introduce you to study at university and your chosen subject. It also provides a highly supportive environment where you can develop your self-confidence.** <br/><br/>Animal welfare laws in Britain have meant that there is now more control and regulation of all animal-based enterprises. This has resulted in a greater need for a scientific approach to animal management and welfare across all businesses that work with animals. <br/><br/>You’ll develop the skills to collect and analyse scientific data independently as you research topics of your own choice, often with specific employment goals in mind. Youll explore animal biochemistry, physiology and welfare in depth, investigate the diversity of life, animal pests and diseases, such as cancer, and study animal reproduction and development in detail.<br/><br/>In addition to lectures, seminars and workshops, you’ll complete intensive practical weeks to accelerate your knowledge, and create a CV that will evidence your experience to employers.<br/><br/>**Top reasons to study with us**<br/><br/><br/>- You’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with specialist research-based companies, through the University’s Life Sciences Industry Liaison Lab at Discovery Park.<br/><br/><br/>- 100% of our students were satisfied overall with their course in the subject area of Molecular Biology, Biophysics and Biochemistry. National Student Survey 2022<br/><br/><br/>- You’ll have access to specialist laboratories in our multi-million-pound Verena Holmes building.<br/><br/><br/>- As part of your degree, you’ll have the opportunity to take part in a residential field trip studying animal behaviour.<br/><br/><br/>**Professional accreditation**<br/>Our course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Accredited degrees contain a solid academic foundation in biological knowledge and key skills and prepare graduates to address the needs of employers.<br/><br/>**Specialist facilities**<br/>Our Verena Holmes building, at the heart of our Canterbury Campus, houses impressive lab equipment, including a full set of science laboratories and an excellent team of highly qualified lab technicians to support you. <br/><br/>**Location**<br/>This course is run at our Canterbury Campus in Kent. Canterbury is just 50 miles south-east of London and less than an hour by high-speed train from St Pancras. Located on a UNESCO World Heritage Site the campus offers state-of-the-art buildings, right in the centre of a vibrant and world-famous cathedral city. You’ll benefit from a campus with excellent learning and teaching resources, music venues, a superb sports centre, a well-stocked bookshop and plenty of coffee bars and places to eat. A short walk away is Augustine House our award-winning library and home to a vast range of learning resources and student support teams.<br/><br/>**Modules**<br/>For a list of core and likely optional modules, please visit our website.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C301
Institution Code
C10
Points of Entry
Foundation
UCAS Tariff3 A Levels at Grade DDE or above or BTEC Extended Diploma MPP. Plus GCSE pass in English Language at grade C or 4. Please see our website for information. https://www.canterbury.ac.uk/ Scottish HigherPlease see our website for information. Access to HE DiplomaP:45 Please see our website for information. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)MPP Plus GCSE pass in English Language at grade C or 4. Please see our website for information. A levelD,D,D Plus GCSE pass in English Language at grade C or 4. Please see our website for information. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £15,500 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |