Biological Sciences Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Course Overview

Explore animal, plant and microbial biology and how life's interdependence influences the health of people and the planet.

Your Biological Sciences degree will teach you to evaluate the concepts, principles, theories and current developments within the biological sciences. You'll study the interrelationships between living organisms and explore the importance of natural selection and evolutionary processes. The course also examines the philosophical and ethical issues associated with biological sciences.

Why study with us

* Experience a range of different disciplines within the whole biological science subject area

* Opportunities for field work as well as lab work, and an extensive individual research project in your final year

* Broad staff expertise provides opportunities to develop interdisciplinary networks leading to a range of different career pathways

* This course is taught through block learning, which means you can plan part-time work, caring responsibilities, or other interests around your learning. Find out more about block learning on our website.

What you’ll do

* Develop your subject specific and transferable skills, preparing you for roles in research and in wider careers, both scientific and beyond.

* Opportunities for inter-professional learning as well as guest speakers and field work.

* Optional work experience and entrepreneurship modules in your final year allow you to apply your subject specific knowledge and develop your employability skills.

Future careers

Your Biological Sciences degree could see you shaping government policy on environmental resilience, increasing our understanding of human, animal or plant diseases and how to treat them, or developing new ways to monitor and reverse the effects of climate change.

Progression Opportunities.

One of the biggest advantages of our Foundation Year in this subject is the flexibility it provides. Successful completion can lead to progression onto a range of exciting bioscience degree programmes, including:

* BSc (Hons) Biological Science

* BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science

* BSc (Hons) Biology

* BSc (Hons) Pharmacology

* BSc (Hons) Pharmaceutical Sciences

These courses combine hands-on laboratory experience, modern facilities, and research-informed teaching to prepare graduates for careers in healthcare, science, research and the pharmaceutical industry. Whether you are interested in understanding disease, discovering new medicines, developing treatments, or pursuing a career in healthcare or research, the Foundation Year provides a supportive route into higher education and a range of future opportunities.

Interested in Pharmacy?

Students on the Foundation Year may also have the opportunity to apply for our Master of Pharmacy (MPharm) programme.

To be considered, you must meet all of the following:

* meet level 3 academic requirements such as:

a minimum of CCC or equivalent 96 UCAS tariff points from 3 A Levels, including 2 science subjects at grade C or above, one of which must be Chemistry or Biology.

or

Minimum DDD in BTEC Applied Science

* Hold GCSE Maths and English grade C/4

* Pass Foundation Year with an average of 70% overall, with at least 50% in biology and chemistry examinations

* Apply for MPharm through UCAS for a future intake

* Pass successful interview

* Obtain satisfactory DBS, Occupational Health and Fitness to Practice checks.

Please note that progression to MPharm is not automatic, and all Foundation Year and MPharm entry requirements must be met.

The Foundation Year is designed to give you the knowledge, confidence and flexibility to explore a wide range of exciting careers and degree pathways while keeping your future options open.