B.Sc. Biology
Bachelor's degree
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Type
Bachelor's degree
This course aims to develop an understanding of the key areas of animal, plant and micro-organism biology. Taught by internationally-recognised research scientists, you will cover areas at the forefront of modern scientific endeavours. Such areas include biotechnology, ecology, biochemistry and molecular biology, all of which offer both opportunities and challenges for the future.
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Subjects
- Biology
- Ecology
- Biochemistry
- Microbiology
- Molecular Biology
- Biotechnology
Course programme
Our biology course teaches the fundamental concepts and practical skills for biological sciences in your first year.
Core units in this year include:
- Biodiversity and Evolution
- Introduction to Cell Biology and Biochemistry
- Marine and Terrestrial Ecology
- Microbiology and Molecular Biology
- Experimental Biology
- Graduate Skills
At the end of the year you can transfer to one of the other degree pathways within the School, should your interests change.
Year twoBuilding on the solid foundations across the basic biological disciplines, you can begin to specialise.
Core units in this year include:
- Plant Science
- Animal Science
- Genetics
Options to choose from in this year include:
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Microbiology
- Marine Organisms and Ecosystems
- Community Ecology and Residential Field Course
- Development: How Form and Function Changes
- A foreign language
In your final year you will perform an individual research-led project, which may be undertaken locally or abroad. You also have the option to further tailor the course to your own interests.
Core units in this year include:
- Honours Project
Options to choose from in this year include:
- Gene Organisation and Expression
- Coastal Ecosystems
- Aquatic Microbiology
- Biotechnology
- Genes and Development
- Genomics in Molecular Medicine
- Ecology and Conservation
B.Sc. Biology