Biological Science - BSc (Hons)
Bachelor's degree
In London
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
London
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Duration
3 Years
Biology is the study of life. All life processes are the result of a series of complex interactions at a molecular, cellular and whole organism level. Through this course, you’ll investigate these systems in all their fascinating detail, and develop your academic and practical skills, enabling you to interpret and analyse biological data and evaluate your own work.
The Biological Science BSc (Hons) degree encompasses a broad scope of topics designed to interest the enquiring mind. During the first year you will acquire a solid foundation in cell biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, microbiology, chemistry, human anatomy and data analysis. You’ll begin to understand how macromolecules drive cellular processes and you’ll be introduced to essential data handling and laboratory skills.
In the second year you’ll start to specialise, and will explore state-of-the-art research techniques such as gene cloning, amplification of DNA and microbiological techniques.
Your third year will include a year-long research project on the topic of your choosing. You can choose to specialise or to follow a more varied pathway.
Biological scientists play a key role in identifying diseases, monitoring treatment and conducting research into infectious diseases and other pathologies. You’ll graduate from this course ready to join the field, with a sound knowledge base and a high standard of cognitive, practical and transferable skills.
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About this course
Biology is the study of life. Taught in our state-of-the-art Science Centre, you'll learn that life processes result from a series of complex interactions at a molecular, cellular and whole organism level. You'll develop hands-on skills that employers look for, as well as a detailed understanding of everything from biological systems at molecular level to ecosystems.
Biological Science graduates go on to careers in the areas of biomedical science, education, genetics and bioinformatics.
As a biological science graduate your acquired research and analytical skills, problem-solving and organisational skills allow for entry to many other possible careers utilising these transferable skills. These include accountancy, science journalism, marketing and teaching.
This course provides an entry point into graduate studies at MSc or PhD level, either studying at London Met or at other educational establishments or research institutes.
In addition to the University's standard entry requirements, you should have:
a minimum of grades CCC in three A levels in academic subjects including Biology and Chemistry at grade C (or a minimum of 96 UCAS points from an equivalent Level 3 qualification, eg BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma/Diploma; or Advanced Diploma; or Progression Diploma; or Access to HE Diploma of 60 credits)
English Language and Mathematics GCSE at grade C/grade 4 or above (or equivalent)
Professional accreditation
On graduation, you'll be eligible to apply for Graduate or Associate Membership of the Royal Society of Biology, depending on your degree classification.
Accreditation of Prior Learning
Any university-level qualifications or relevant experience you gain prior to starting university could count towards your course a
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Subjects
- Pathology
- IT
- Biology
- Biochemistry
- Molecular Biology
- Systems
- Skills and Training
- Project
- Data analysis
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Course programme
The modules listed below are for the academic year 2020/21 and represent the course modules at this time. Modules and module details (including, but not limited to, location and time) are subject to change over time.
Year 1 modules include:
- Anatomy & Physiology (core, 30 credits)
- Biochemistry (core, 15 credits)
- Cell & Molecular Biology (core, 30 credits)
- Chemistry (for Biosciences) (core, 15 credits)
- Laboratory Science (core, 30 credits)
- Human Immunity (core, 15 credits)
- Metabolism (core, 15 credits)
- Microbiology (core, 15 credits)
- Molecular Biology (core, 15 credits)
- Parasitology (core, 15 credits)
- Tissue Science (core, 30 credits)
- Ethics for Science (option, 15 credits)
- Micronutrients for Health (option, 15 credits)
- Biochemical Pathology (core, 30 credits)
- Energy Metabolism & Endocrinology (core, 15 credits)
- Fundamentals of Biotechnology (core, 15 credits)
- Infection Control (core, 15 credits)
- Project (core, 30 credits)
- Bioinformatics & Molecular Modelling (option, 15 credits)
- Systems Pathology (option, 15 credits)
- Work Placement (option, 15 credits)
Your skills are assessed by essays, group reports, poster presentations, seminar presentations, data analysis and interpretation exercises, and the production and maintenance of a personal profile and curriculum vitae.
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Biological Science - BSc (Hons)