|
Overview
This exciting degree course aims for students to develop an understanding of the complexity and diversity of life processes through the study of a range of modules including molecular biotechnology, immunology, cell biology and biochemistry, and developmental biology. It explores cutting edge developments including stem cell research and regenerative medicine. Modules such as science communication and ethics and bioentrepreneurship and business bring a strong vocational focus to the degree. The course therefore provides an excellent background for further study and will be particularly suited to those who are interested in an interdisciplinary approach to biology.
Find out more about the School of Science, Technology and Health|
Content and Modules
Modules include: Cell Biology and Biochemistry, Introduction to the Genome, Human Physiology and Biomeasurement, Immunology, Molecular Biotechnology, Developmental Biology, Science Communication and Ethics, Regenerative Medicine, Bioentrepreneurship and Business and a research based Dissertation.
There is an optional work-based experience module in the second year which enables students to utilise and develop their skills within a relevant work environment. This is an excellent opportunity for students to enhance their employability skills and career prospects.
Modules studied:
|
First Year
|
Second Year
|
Third Year
|
|
Human Physiology
and Biomeasurement
(40)
|
Research Methods and Statistics (40)
|
Dissertation (40)
|
|
Introduction to the Genome (20)
|
Molecular Biotechnology (40)
|
Developmental Biology (20)
|
|
Cell Biology and Biochemistry (40)
|
Immunology (20)
|
Science Communication and Ethics (20)
|
|
Skills for Biosciences (20)
|
Biology of Disease (20) (option)
|
Pharmacology and Toxicology (20) (option)
|
|
Work-based Experience (20) (option)
|
Regenerative Medicine (20) (option)
|
|
|
Bioentrepreneurship and Business (20) (option)
|
All modules are either 40 or 20 credits as indicated in brackets. You will study modules up to the value of 120 credits each year if studying full-time, or 80 credits if part-time.
Further Information
Jayde Powell, BSc (Hons) Bioscience student, discusses her favourite aspects of the course and her plans for after she has graduated.
At a glance details
-
UCAS Code:
-
C760
-
Typical Offer:
-
240-280 UCAS tariff points (or equivalent)
This excludes general studies. For those students with A levels, at least one ‘A2’ level must be in a science subject at grade C or above, or equivalent qualification. Please note PE and Sports Science do not count as science A levels. Plus five GCSEs at grade C or above (or equivalent) to include English, Mathematics and Science.
-
Location:
-
UCS Ipswich| (campus code I)
-
Duration:
-
Three years full-time or five years part-time
-
How to Apply:
-
All UCS degrees are jointly validated by the Universities of East Anglia and Essex