Biology

Course Overview Our biology degree covers all the major biological concepts, including evolution and genetics. You'll also gain valuable hands-on experience in laboratories and learn important field techniques. Why study with us - Biosciences students study similar modules in Year 1, so you have the chance to switch to another specialist degree to pursue your interests and career goals. - You’ll develop advanced knowledge of contemporary biology, and high-level technical skills. - Make lifelong friends on residential field courses (UK trips are included in your fees; optional overseas trips are extra). What you’ll do - You’ll study a range of biology topics, from microbes to humans. Including the biology of disease, the natural world, evolution, genetics and how humans and organisms interact with their environment. - You’ll have the opportunity to gain work experience at the Young Scientist Centre (YSC). This will enhance your employability in areas such as science communication and education. - You can apply for the Undergraduate Research Internship Scheme run by the University. It is based with the biology teaching team over the summer, and you can take an optional work-based module in your final year. Future careers You can follow a range of biology-related careers. From becoming a research scientist or technician to working in the health or pharmaceutical industries. You could also pursue conservation and species management or teaching and science communication.

UCAS: 104-120 points at A2 including Chemistry or Biology at C. General Studies, Critical Thinking and Citizenship & community Studies not acceptedBTEC Extended Diploma: DMM - DDM in Applied Science. Please see UCAS for specific module requirementsBTEC Diploma: D*D* in Applied Science. Please see UCAS for specific module requirementsPass Access Course: 104-120 UCAS points including 15 level 3 credits in Biology or Chemistry at DistinctionInternational Baccalaureate Diploma: Pass with 104 - 120 UCAS points from Higher Level subjects including Higher Level Biology or Chemistry at grade 5T Level Science or T Level Healthcare Science with an overall grade MIELTS - 6.0 with no component below 5.5 , TOEFL IBT - 80, Reading 10, Listening 10, Speaking 17, Writing 19, Pearson Test of English - Academic 61 with minimum of 59 in each componentGCSEs: 5 at grade C/4 including Maths and English or equivalent