Biology with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)

Course Summary

You learn through

• lectures
• workshops
• tutorials- scenario
• based laboratory sessionsIn the foundation year, you’ll attain the academic and practical skills required for level 4 study.

You’ll build your confidence in biology, chemistry and maths, and apply your theoretical knowledge in practical lab sessions. You’ll also familiarise yourself with Sheffield Hallam’s staff and facilities —ensuring that you’re fully prepared to begin as an undergraduate.

Applied learning

Work placements

Once you have developed your knowledge and skills in the lab, you can apply for an optional fourth-year work placement, which gives you the chance to apply theory and practice in the workplace. Alternatively, you are encouraged to undertake internships or other short placements to enhance your future career goals.You can apply for a placement in the UK or use the opportunity to work abroad in Europe, America and further afield. We have a wide range of major national and multinational placement partners, including- GlaxoSmithKline- Covance- Eurofins- Universities- Field tripsComplete valuable field work, which has previously included exploring contrasting environments in the Peak District, visits to Sheffield Botanical gardens and a UK-based residential ecological and environmental field course, all at no additional costs.