**Biology is the science of life and is at the forefront of social change, from the use of genetically-modified organisms to humanity’s effect on the environment, sustainable energy and food production. At Kent youll gain the skills, knowledge and support to help build a better tomorrow.**
As a biology student at Kent you study living organisms and their interactions with the environment, investigating life forms ranging from viruses and bacteria to complex animals and plants. You’ll learn from inspirational academics working at the cutting-edge of research with access to f...
**Biology is the science of life and is at the forefront of social change, from the use of genetically-modified organisms to humanity’s effect on the environment, sustainable energy and food production. At Kent youll gain the skills, knowledge and support to help build a better tomorrow.**<br/><br/>As a biology student at Kent you study living organisms and their interactions with the environment, investigating life forms ranging from viruses and bacteria to complex animals and plants. You’ll learn from inspirational academics working at the cutting-edge of research with access to fantastic facilities. Our Biology degree is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RBS). <br/><br/>**Reasons to study Biology at Kent**<br/>* Study a wide range of modules and build your degree around your interests. <br/><br/><br/>* Our lecturers are both innovative teachers and active researchers. Two of our academic staff have been awarded National Teaching Fellowships <br/><br/><br/>* Youll get hands-on practical experiences in our fantastic laboratories. <br/><br/><br/>* Focus on your future with expert careers advice and the opportunity to take a paid Summer Studentship, giving you valuable hands-on experience in our research labs. <br/><br/><br/>* We collaborate with research groups in industry and academia and have excellent links with local employers, including the NHS, Lonza and Sekisui Diagnostics, Roche, Sanofi and Pfizer <br/><br/><br/>* Get involved with science outside of the lab by joining Kent BioSoc. This student-run society holds a seminar series, academic talks, trips and social events. <br/><br/><br/>**What you’ll learn**<br/>* You’ll start by gaining an insight into key biological disciplines, including anthropology, biochemistry, cell and molecular biology, evolution, genetics, infection and immunity, microbiology, and the physiology of animals and plants. You’ll gain expertise in laboratory practical work and the analysis and presentation of biological data. Next you’ll build on this knowledge and develop your skills as a bio scientist, covering areas such as animal form and function, plant physiology and adaptation, gene expression, infection and immunity, and microbial physiology. <br/><br/><br/>* In your third year, you will study at one of our partner institutions abroad where, as well as Biology modules, youll get the chance to study other topics that you may be interested in discovering. <br/><br/><br/>* In your final year, you will tailor your degree to your interests through optional modules and a research project of your choice, which may be laboratory, business, computing or communication based. <br/><br/><br/>**Year Abroad**<br/>Expand your horizons and tailor your degree to suit you with a year abroad, where youll study at one of our partner institutions for a year. Studying abroad can help you grow in confidence, enhance your employability, plus youll make friends in the country youre studying in and meet other adventurous students from around the world.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
14/09/2024
Campus
Main Site
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Course Code
C106
Institution Code
K24
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
A levelB,B,B B,C,C including any required subjects as listed in the relevant qualification section UCAS Tariff104 120 including any required subjects as listed in the relevant qualification section Scottish HigherScottish Highers qualifications are considered on an individual basis Access to HE DiplomaThe University welcomes applications from Access to Higher Education Diploma candidates for consideration. A typical offer may require you to obtain a proportion of Level 3 credits in relevant science subjects at merit grade or above. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme120 Tariff points from your IB Diploma, including HL Biology at 5. Typically H5, H6, H6 Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM DMM including any required subjects as listed in the relevant qualification section GCSE/National 4/National 5Applicants should have grade C or 4 in Maths GCSE or a suitable equivalent level qualification T LevelM overall in Science with a minimum of grade B in the core (including grade B in the paper B written examination |
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