Biological Sciences BSc(Hons

Your course Biological Sciences is a fascinating subject. From the growth and division of simple bacteria through to the evolution and adaptation of complex multi-cellular organisms, and the emerging role of genomics in personalised medicine and biodiversity in a changing world.

Throughout this degree, you’ll have the opportunity to study core topics and consider contemporary issues in major aspects of biology, along with optional modules that allow you to study the interaction between biological molecules and organisms with the physical environment.

Your learning will be supported by doctoral-level academics with expertise or active research interests in diverse areas of biology and genetics. You’ll also receive hands-on practical training in the laboratory using modern equipment, developing the skills and interests that help to prepare you for a research dissertation in the final year. As a further boost for your CV and employment prospects there’s also the opportunity of a placement year in industry or research in the third year of the course.

Example modules • Dynamic Living Systems • Research Skills • Genomics •Ecological Adaptation and Conservation Management

Your future Graduates from our Biological Sciences BSc(Hons) course can consider a wide range of career options in areas such as medical, environmental or biographical research, molecular, environmental or conservation sciences, medical genetics and counselling, pharmaceutical industries, developing scientific patents, legislative and regulatory work, science policy and education, sales or marketing.

Biological Sciences BSc(Hons) is a new course and therefore there are no graduates as yet. However, previous graduates from our courses in this subject area of Biological Sciences have gone on to work in roles such as:

• Microbbiologist at CREH Ltd,

• Biomedical Scientist at Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundations Trust, • Laboratory Analyst at ALS Environmental Ltd. ***

*** Graduate Employment Marketing Statistics (GEMS).

Course info

Biological Sciences BSc(Hons)

Course length:

3yrs full-time 4yrs inc. placement yr

Entry requirements:

A Levels/BTEC/UCAS points

BBC * inc. B in a relevant Science subject/DMM in Applied Science ** /112 inc. B in a relevant Science subject at A Level.

* The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree course.

** Alternatively a BTEC Health and Social Care is acceptable but must be accompanied by another Science A Level at a minimum grade C.

If you do not have the appropriate qualifications for direct entry, you may be able to apply to our Science Extended Degree, see page 12.

Accreditation This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.