Biosciences

BSc (Hons) Animal Biology BSc (Hons) Biology BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science BSc (Hons) Ecology & Environmental Science

“I cannot praise our lecturers enough for what I’ve achieved. They helped me develop into a passionate scientist. I love nature. It’s extremely important to me to protect what I love.”

Samantha Howlett, Animal Biology graduate, who has worked as a Field Technician and Biologist across the globe for turtle and coral reef conservation

Animal Biology

Biosciences

This course takes a fresh approach to the study of diversity, physiology, ecology, evolution and animal behaviour – with a large practical element of work in the field and laboratory. You can choose overseas fieldwork, studying animal behaviour and conservation in South Africa or tropical rainforest biota in Borneo.*

Typical modules Year 1/level 4 Animal Physiology Diversity & Evolution

Year 2/level 5 Animal Behaviour Equine Biology Marine Biology

Year 3/level 6 Parasitology Wildlife Conservation Evolution & Behaviour Avian Biology

Industry links Students have taken a wide range of internship and placement opportunities – everything from zoos to schools.

“I worked with Wildlife ACT in South Africa on their conservation efforts for endangered species. It wouldn’t have been possible without the uni sparking my true potential and pushing me to follow my dreams.”

Tariff points 112 BBC at A levels DMM at BTEC

UCAS code/duration C190 – 3 years C19P – 4 years (with placement)

Study style Assessed mainly through coursework

Study options Full-time/part-time Graduate opportunities Wildlife Manager Conservation Practitioner Teacher/Researcher Ecological Consultant Start date September 2021

Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham

*Additional costs may apply and destinations are subject to change. See course page below.

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Biology

Biosciences

Learn in the laboratory and in the field, guided by lecturers nationally recognised for their teaching excellence. You’ll cover 4 themes: molecular studies, global change biology, ecology and whole organism biology. You can also choose field bioscience in the savannah of South Africa or the tropical rainforest of Borneo.*

Typical modules Year 1/level 4 Biochemistry Diversity & Evolution Methods in Biology

Year 2/level 5 Cellular Pathology Marine Biology Plant Ecology & Diversity Microbiology

Year 3/level 6 Biotechnology Pharmacology Neuroscience Parasitology

Industry links Recent student work experience has included NHS laboratories, food research industries, the RSPB and safari parks.

“The course gives you so many opportunities – it’s highly practical, engaging and has amazing links with so many local and worldwide organisations, which offer students a diverse range of opportunities across the globe.”

Tariff points 112 BBC at A levels DMM at BTEC

UCAS code/duration C101 – 3 years C10P – 4 years (with placement)

Study style Assessed mainly through coursework

Study options Full-time/part-time Placement year Graduate opportunities Microbiologist Biotechnologist Teacher/Researcher Environmental Consultant Start date September 2021

Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham

*Additional costs may apply and destinations are subject to change. See course page below.

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Biomedical Science*

Biosciences

Biomedical science is at the forefront of pioneering advances in medicine. You’ll explore emerging themes in the treatment of diseases such as cancer, arthritis, diabetes and degenerative neurological disorders. Taught in our state-of-the-art biomedical facility, you’ll gain the skills and knowledge for a career in laboratory medicine.

“I‘m fascinated by the recent discoveries about genetics and the shift that’s happening towards personalised medicine. The techniques we’re learning contribute to providing improved healthcare to society. My ambition is to work as a Biomedical Scientist in the NHS.”

Typical modules Year 1/level 4 Infection & Immunity Molecular Genetics Biochemistry

Year 2/level 5 Histopathology Cytopathology Virology

Year 3/level 6 Neurobiology Pharmacology & Toxicology Parasitology

Industry links You’ll have the opportunity to take an optional placement working in industry or a health laboratory setting, gaining valuable work experience towards graduate success as a registered Biomedical Scientist or Researcher.

Tariff points 112 BBC at A levels DMM at BTEC

UCAS code/duration B100 – 3 years B101 – 4 years (with placement)

Study style Assessed mainly through coursework & laboratory work Study options Full-time/part-time Placement year

Graduate opportunities Progression towards HCPC-registered Biomedical Scientist Biotechnology Food science Forensic science Graduate entry course to study medicine Start date September 2021

Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham

*This course is subject to validation.

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Ecology & Environmental Science

Biosciences

Blending globally-significant themes within ecology and environmental science, you’ll explore how species interact with, and are sustained by, their environments. You’ll have the opportunity to progress from field training in the UK to field research in the savannah of South Africa or tropical rainforest of Borneo.*

“The course has great opportunities for lab and field work. I’ve gained experience testing water quality in South Wales and conducted surveys on the Slimbridge reserve. You’re never far from nature and the great outdoors here.” Nikita Yeomans, Ecology & Environmental Science student

Typical modules Year 1/level 4 Earth Systems & Processes Managing Valued Environments Fundamentals of Ecology

Year 2/level 5 Ecological Impact Assessment Geographic Information Systems Plant Ecology & Diversity

Year 3/level 6 Wildlife Conservation Pollution in Ecological Systems Population & Community Ecology River Systems & Management

Industry links Recent students have been on placements and internships with ecological consultancies and within the construction industry.

Accreditations

See also Geography

Tariff points 112 BBC at A levels DMM at BTEC

UCAS code/duration C1F7 – 3 years C1FP – 4 years (with placement)

Study style Assessment is mostly by coursework

Study options Full-time/part-time Placement year Graduate opportunities Ecological Survey/ Habitat Management Consultant Environmental impact assessment Teacher/Researcher

Start date September 2021

Campus Francis Close Hall, Cheltenham

*Additional costs may apply and destinations are subject to change. See course page below.

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