A Combined Honours degree at Chester gives you the opportunity to study two subjects. You will spend a fairly even amount of time studying each subject area, with possible opportunities to declare a major – minor towards the end of your studies.
**Biology**
Gain practical experience in areas at the forefront of knowledge on this dynamic Biology degree.
Our Biology course offers a range of subjects and unique experiences due to links with Chester Zoo and other leading institutes, industries and charities. We supplement classroom learning with opportunities for w...
A Combined Honours degree at Chester gives you the opportunity to study two subjects. You will spend a fairly even amount of time studying each subject area, with possible opportunities to declare a major – minor towards the end of your studies.<br/><br/>**Biology**<br/>Gain practical experience in areas at the forefront of knowledge on this dynamic Biology degree.<br/><br/>Our Biology course offers a range of subjects and unique experiences due to links with Chester Zoo and other leading institutes, industries and charities. We supplement classroom learning with opportunities for work placements or fieldwork, and there are also opportunities to take part in exciting laboratory-based research.<br/><br/>This course introduces a variety of topics across the whole field of modern biology and emphasises that it is a science firmly grounded in observation and experimentation. We will encourage you to become a member of relevant, professional societies, such as a member of the Royal Society of Biology, and participate at organised events.<br/><br/>We undertake diverse research activities that ensure enthusiastic delivery of contemporary content. These include countering the illegal trade in endangered species using DNA-based techniques; improved understanding of disease processes; cancer biology; microbiology; animal behaviour; and conservation biology.<br/><br/>**Sport and Exercise Sciences**<br/>Discover the science behind producing elite sporting performances and physical activity for health promotion through an applied and vocational approach.<br/><br/>In recent years, the sports, recreation and leisure industries have shown continued growth. International success and the growing health agenda has ensured that investment and interest in sport and exercise in the UK continues to increase substantially.<br/><br/>Therefore, the course is designed with two core principles in mind. Firstly, the development of knowledge, applied skills and analytical techniques in the conventional subdisciplines of sport and exercise sciences. Secondly, the orientation of studies around vocational opportunities and practices, including PE, sports management, development, coaching, health promotion, leisure and recreation, as well as sport science support and sport and exercise sciences generally.<br/><br/>The practical and applied nature of the course is a major feature. We have a wide range of facilities including Performance Analysis, Muscle Function and Sports Biomechanics laboratories. Exton Park also boasts a gym, swimming pool, floodlit 3G MUGA pitch, sprint track, floodlit tennis courts and more.<br/>The Department prides itself on its approachable staff and varied teaching strategies, which external examiners and current students praise highly.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
23/09/2024
Campus
Chester
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Codes/info
Course Code
CC16
Institution Code
C55
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
UCAS Tariff112 Scottish HigherAccess to HE DiplomaAccess to HE (Science) Diploma, to include 45 credits at level 3, 30 of which must be at Merit International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammePearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)A levelB,C,C B,B,C The Department requires one of the following subjects as essential for entry: GCE A Level: Biology, Applied Science T Level |
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