Biology (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)

Study the science of life – a varied and exciting discipline that takes you from the molecular to whole organisms and entire ecosystems.<br/><br/><br/>- Cover all life on earth, from microorganisms to plants, animals and humans, and from genes to whole ecosystems.<br/><br/><br/>- Bring the world of work to life through Live Briefs; designed and developed with employers to give you exposure to ‘real world’ problem-solving.<br/><br/><br/>- Build a strong foundation in laboratory, data science, bioinformatic, and field skills.<br/><br/><br/>- Tailor your degree to your ambitions and interests and choose from a range of specialisms, all underpinned by sustainability.<br/><br/><br/>- Study in Cambridge, the centre of new and emerging technologies in the life sciences, and take advantage of local opportunities in biological data science, bioinformatics and more.<br/><br/><br/>- Gain experience on internships with our research-active staff, or and apply for placements with a range of employers.<br/><br/><br/>Biology is the study of life. Life on earth is fascinating, astonishing, diverse and beautiful, and the course aims to provide you with a broad knowledge of the wide variety of living organisms. Your knowledge will encompass how organisms evolve, their physiology, and how they function within the environment.<br/><br/>However, all life is currently under threat; with man-made (anthropogenic) change affecting the earth and all its systems. The biological sciences offer us a wide range of tools which can be used to alleviate these effects and preserve our natural environment, both for the benefit of plants, animals and humans, and for their current and future generations.<br/><br/>This degree in Biology offers a multidisciplinary approach, preparing you to evaluate aspects of all life on earth, and provide solutions to ensure a sustainable future.<br/><br/>Youll have the opportunity to select pathways within the course aligned to your specific interests, including but not limited to:<br/><br/><br/>- Cell/molecular/laboratory<br/><br/><br/>- Genetics/evolution/bioinformatics<br/><br/><br/>- Plants/microbes/biotechnology<br/><br/><br/>- Whole organisms (animals/humans)/environment/field skills<br/><br/><br/>Principles of sustainability underpin much of the teaching throughout the course.<br/><br/>Youll have the opportunity to engage with field trips in the local area and further afield. Additional self-funded field trips are also available.

The team at Anglia Ruskin understand that Clearing can seem scary. But don't worry, they make it simple and will guide you every step of the way. <br/><br/>ARU students are supported at every stage of their journey, from counselling and wellbeing sessions to a money advice service.<br/><br/>Whatever your career ambitions, ARU's innovative curriculum is developed to provide you with the transferable skills and practical experience that employers are looking for. <br/><br/>ARU has been awarded Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework in recognition of their high teaching standards. ARU was also named University of the Year for 2023, reflecting their commitment to excellent education. <br/><br/>You'll have access to their careers service throughout your time at ARU, and after you graduate. They even have an in-house recruitment agency, ARU Temps, who can help you start building your CV, while also earning some extra money. They were also a finalist in the Academic Employability Awards 2025, showing the great opportunities that await ARU alumni!<br/><br/>ARU's £95m investment in the last five years means you'll get top-notch facilities: award-winning SuperLabs, financial trading rooms, TV studios, engineering labs, gaming suites, mock law courts, nursing and paramedic skills labs, and much more! ARU's Peterborough Lab building was also named building of the year at the 2025 Pineapple Awards.<br/><br/>Find out more and apply to ARU today.