MSci Biological Sciences

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Qualification Bachelor's Degree
Study mode Full-time
Duration 4 years
Intakes September
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Entry Requirements

  • GCSE: For all applicants, Grade C or above, or Grade 4 under newly reformed GCSE grading, in English Language, Mathematics and Double Science, or equivalent. Please note the University does not accept Level 2 Key Skills, Functional Skills or Certificates in Adult Numeracy and Literacy as suitable alternatives to GCSEs.
  • A-level subjects: Grade C or above in a science subject. Points from A-Level General Studies and AS-Level subjects (not taken onto full A-Level) can be included towards overall tariff. You must have a minimum of two A-Levels.
  • Relevant subjects: Subjects that meet the science requirement for this course: Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry and PE. For further information and advice please contact Admissions.
  • EDEXCEL (BTEC) Diploma: To include six units in a science subject.
  • Access: Achievement of the Access to HE Diploma; to include 15 level 3 credits at merit in a Science subject and an additional 15 credits at merit in another subject.
  • Baccalaureate IB: A minimum grade of 5 in a higher level science subject.

Curriculum

Foundation year (Year zero)

  • Biology in Practice
  • Chemistry in Practice
  • Skills for Science
  • People and Science

Year one

  • Life on Earth
  • Anatomy and Physiology
  • Cell Biochemistry and Genetics
  • Skills for Biosciences

Year two

  • Research Skills

Plus three of the following optional modules:

  • Microbial Life
  • Molecular Biology
  • Genes and Biotechnology
  • Human Health and Disease
  • Physiological and Immunological Systems
  • Ecology and Ecosystem Protection
  • Wildlife Ecology

Year three

  • Research Experimental Project OR Research Dissertation Project
  • Scientific Frontiers and Enterprise

Plus choose from the following optional modules, according to credit requirements:

  • Applied Biotechnology
  • Science Communication
  • Medical Genetics
  • Genomic Technologies
  • Gene Control
  • Medical Microbiology
  • Neuropharmacology
  • Human Nutrition
  • Pathophysiology
  • Primate Ecology and Conservation
  • Forests and Agricultural Systems
  • Marine Ecosystems
  • Environmental Forensics
  • Tropical Expedition
  • Professional Practice in Applied Science*

Final year

  • Research in Practice
  • Research with Impact
  • Contemporary Biology

*compulsory module if you choose to go on a placement.

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