Biological Sciences with Integrated Foundation Year BSc (Hons)

<strong>A Brighton Biological Sciences degree prepares you for careers in areas such as biomedical research, biotechnology, environmental monitoring, pharmaceuticals, conservation and science communication.</strong><br/><br/>At Brighton you’ll be part of a community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. This course offers an extra year to prepare you for study at degree level; choosing the integrated foundation year ensures that you’ll have the skills, knowledge and confidence to make the most of your degree. <br/><br/>You’ll have loads of opportunities to build real-world experience, including a paid placement after year two and opportunities to take a funded research internship, so you’ll build confidence and career skills from day one. Our inclusive approach to learning will help you go further; we’ll make sure you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best.<br/><br/>Brighton graduates go on to work for organisations such as the NHS, Public Health England, pharmaceutical companies, environmental consultancies and research institutions in the UK and overseas.<br/><br/><strong>Top reasons to choose this course</strong><br/>• Explore the science of living systems – from molecular and cellular biology to ecosystems and conservation.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Progress to a degree accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, giving you confidence in its professional relevance.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Develop skills in laboratory techniques, data analysis, molecular biology, genetics, microbiology and ecology.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn with specialist facilities including molecular biology labs, microbiology suites, and genomics and proteomics analysis equipment.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Build your CV with an optional paid placement year, research internships and industry-linked projects.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Access funded opportunities such as the Brighton Student Research Experience Scheme (SRES).<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Contribute to research in areas such as regenerative medicine, biodiversity conservation, microbiology and environmental sustainability.<br/><br/><br/><br/>- 100% of our research impact in allied health professions, dentistry, nursing and pharmacy is assessed as ‘outstanding’ or ‘very considerable’ – Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021.<br/><br/><br/><strong>Why Brighton is a great place to study Biological Sciences</strong><br/>Brighton & Hove is a coastal city surrounded by the South Downs National Park, giving you easy access to marine, freshwater and terrestrial field sites.<br/><br/>Named one of the best cities on the planet and the third best city in the UK by Time Out, Brighton connects you with leading hospitals, research centres – including the Sussex Cancer Centre – and environmental organisations, so your degree offers really interesting placement and job opportunities.