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Biological Sciences BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Biological Sciences BSc (Hons)
**Why choose this course**
-Select modules tailored to your interests, with the option to specialise in either animal biology and ecology, cellular and molecular sciences, or infection and immunity.
-Access our ÂŁ12.5 million Innovation for Health Learning Laboratory to acquire practical experience that is essential for a research career and valued by a wide range of employers.
-Gain industry experience through our Professional Training placements, where you can work in one of our partner laboratories across the world.
-Conduct fieldwork both on c...
**Why choose this course**<br/>-Select modules tailored to your interests, with the option to specialise in either animal biology and ecology, cellular and molecular sciences, or infection and immunity. <br/><br/>-Access our £12.5 million Innovation for Health Learning Laboratory to acquire practical experience that is essential for a research career and valued by a wide range of employers. <br/><br/>-Gain industry experience through our Professional Training placements, where you can work in one of our partner laboratories across the world. <br/><br/>-Conduct fieldwork both on campus and further afield, with the opportunity to practise your scientific skills in a non-controlled environment.<br/><br/>-Study among highly satisfied students, as we have an over 90% satisfaction score for biological sciences in the National Student Survey 2022.<br/><br/>-Join the 97% of our biosciences and medicine graduates who go on to employment or further study.* <br/><br/>*Graduate Outcomes survey 2022, HESA <br/><br/>**What you will study**<br/>On this course, you’ll investigate biological structure and function at various levels, from molecules to cells, through to whole organisms, communities and ecosystems. <br/><br/>In your first year, you’ll study topics that are fundamental to biosciences, ensuring you have a solid foundation upon which to build the rest of your degree. <br/><br/>During your second year, you’ll have the option to specialise in either animal biology and ecology, cellular and molecular sciences, or infection and immunity. <br/><br/>Alternatively, you can choose from a variety of broader modules including analytical biochemistry, cellular microbiology and neuroscience. <br/><br/>In your third year, you’ll further your knowledge of your chosen specialism or broader study by exploring topics such as advanced pharmacology, genetics, and the impact of humans on the environment. You’ll also complete a research project, bringing together all the practical, analytical, and presentation skills you’ve developed.
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Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
09/2024
Campus
Stag Hill
Course Address
Stag Hill
Guildford
GU2 7XH
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Course Code
7C54
Institution Code
S85
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherA,B,B,B,B Overall: ABBBB Required subjects: Chemistry or Biology and a second science or Mathematics. GCSE or Equivalent: Scottish National 5: English Language - C Scottish National 5: Maths - C Applicants must have achieved the Scottish national grades at the time of making their application. Access to HE DiplomaD:27,M:18 Overall: QAA recognised Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits overall including 27 at Distinction and 18 at Merit. Required subjects: This must include 15 credits in Chemistry or Biology and 15 credits in a second science or Mathematics. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32 Overall: 32 Required subjects: HL5/SL6 in Chemistry or Biology and a second science or Mathematics. GCSE or Equivalent: English, HL4/SL4 (including MYP). Maths, HL4/SL4 (including MYP). Maths Studies, SL4. Applicants must have achieved these grades at the time of making their application. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM Overall: DDM in Applied Science (please contact us if you are taking a different BTEC). GCSE/National 4/National 5English and Mathematics grade C (4) (or equivalent). Applicants must have achieved these GCSE grades at the time of making their application. Scottish Advanced HigherB,B,B Overall: BBB Required subjects: Chemistry or Biology grade B and a second science or Mathematics. GCSE or Equivalent: Scottish National 5: English Language - C Scottish National 5: Maths - C Applicants must have achieved the Scottish national grades at the time of making their application. Extended ProjectA Applicants taking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) will receive our standard A level offer, plus an alternate offer of one A level grade lower, subject to achieving an A grade in the EPQ. The one grade reduction will not apply to any required subjects. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)Overall: Pass overall with BBB from the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate and two A-levels. Applicants taking an A-level science subject with the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass the practical element. Required subjects: Chemistry or Biology grade B and a second science or Mathematics. A levelB,B,B Overall: BBB We do not include General Studies or Critical Thinking in our offers. Required subjects: Chemistry or Biology at grade B and a second science or Mathematics. Applicants taking the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass. |
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