Biological Sciences (Human Biology) BSc(Hons) single or joint honours

Bachelor's degree

In Surrey

£ 9,250 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Surrey

  • Duration

    4 Years

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Year 1 is common to all streams of this biological sciences degree - human biology, medical biology, and genetics and molecular biology - as well as a number of other degrees. It has been designed to give you a thorough understanding of the core subjects within life sciences and provides a measure of flexibility between courses.

In Year 2, you will follow the modules within your chosen specialism (Human Biology, Medical Biology or Genetics and Molecular Biology). You will develop your knowledge, techniques and practical skills, as well as additional transferable and employability skills. A course specific core module will integrate subject-specific knowledge and develop your skills in preparation for your final-year research project.

All students are encouraged to identify opportunities for work experience during the course, which may be through an optional sandwich year taken between Years 2 and 3. Alternate opportunities within the University may become available such as acting as a student ambassador.

In Year 3, you will examine more advanced and applied aspects within your subject area. You will also undertake an independent project – this provides an opportunity to research a topic of your choice within your specialism as either a laboratory-based project or a library-based dissertation.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Surrey
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Kingston Upon Thames, KT2 7LB

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

This course gives you a broad understanding of biological processes and in-depth knowledge of selected topics.
Optional modules in Years 2 and 3 enable you to tailor your degree to your interests and career goals.
You can gain a career head start by doing a year's industrial placement.
Our teaching has been rated as 'excellent' by teaching quality inspectors.
Supportive staff help you to reach your full potential.
Language tuition and the opportunity to go on an international exchange are available.

Biological sciences graduates at Kingston have gone on to work in a wide range of scientific careers. Examples include: medical and veterinary product development; quality assurance and sales; product development and testing in the pharmaceutical industry; the food and brewing industry; in medical laboratories; the biotechnology industry; environmental organisations such as consultancies and charities; and in local government and non-government organisations. Many also progress onto taught postgraduate courses (scientific and teaching) and research degrees.

A-level 104 points: Biology minimum grade C required. Science also includes Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology and Geography. General Studies not accepted.
BTEC Extended Diploma: minimum 112 (grades DDM) points in appropriate science subjects.
GCSE: Candidates are normally required to hold five GCSE subjects grades A*–C (or comparable numeric score under the newly reformed GCSE gradings) including English Language, Mathematics and Science.
Tariff points for AS levels completed but not carried forward to A2 level are included in points total.

This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for 2018 entry. Kingston University graduates from this programme will receive one year's free membership of the Royal Society of Biology.

The Royal Society of Biology is the leading professional body for the biological sciences in the United Kingdom. The Society represents more than16,000 biologists from all areas of the life sciences, as well as more than 100 organisations which make up the diverse landscape of biology in the UK and overseas. The Royal Society of Biology offers members unique opportunities to engage with the life sciences and share their passion for biology.

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Subjects

  • Biology
  • Genetics
  • Human Biology
  • Medical
  • Medical training
  • Cells and Tissues
  • Biochemical
  • Laboratory skills
  • Human Physiology
  • Medical Biology

Course programme

Module listing

Please note that this is an indicative list of modules and is not intended as a definitive list. Those listed here may also be a mixture of core and optional modules.

Year 1 (common to all streams)
  • Genes, Cells and Tissues
  • The Biochemical Foundations of Life
  • Scientific and Laboratory Skills
  • Human Physiology
Year 2: stream-specific modules
  • Human Biology modules
  • Medical Biology modules
  • Genetics and Molecular Biology modules
Optional sandwich yearYear 3/4: stream-specific modules
  • Human Biology modules
  • Medical Biology modules
  • Genetics and Molecular Biology modules

Additional information

International Fee -:
Year 1 (2019/20): £14,200
Year 2 (2020/21): £14,600 
Year 3 (2021/22): £15,000

Biological Sciences (Human Biology) BSc(Hons) single or joint honours

£ 9,250 VAT inc.