Biological Sciences

UCAS code: C120

Here's what University of Brighton says about its Biological Sciences course.

A Brighton Biological Sciences degree prepares you for careers in areas such as biomedical research, biotechnology, environmental monitoring, pharmaceuticals, conservation and science communication.

At Brighton you’ll be part of a community that helps you grow, no matter what your background. This course has loads of opportunities to build real-world experience, including a paid placement after year two and opportunities to take a funded research internship, so you’ll build confidence and career skills from day one. Our inclusive approach to learning will help you go further; we’ll make sure you play to your strengths and learn in ways that suit you best.

Brighton graduates go on to work for organisations such as the NHS, Public Health England, pharmaceutical companies, environmental consultancies and research institutions in the UK and overseas.

Top reasons to choose this course

• Explore the science of living systems – from molecular and cellular biology to ecosystems and conservation.

• Gain a degree accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, giving you confidence in its professional relevance.

• Guaranteed interview scheme with Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS).

• Develop skills in laboratory techniques, data analysis, molecular biology, genetics, microbiology and ecology.

• Learn with specialist facilities including molecular biology labs, microbiology suites, and genomics and proteomics analysis equipment.

• Build your CV with an optional paid placement year, research internships and industry-linked projects.

• Access funded opportunities such as the Brighton Student Research Experience Scheme (SRES).

• Contribute to research in areas such as regenerative medicine, biodiversity conservation, microbiology and environmental sustainability.

• 100% of our research impact in allied health professions, dentistry, nursing and pharmacy is assessed as ‘outstanding’ or ‘very considerable’ – Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021.

Why Brighton is a great place to study Biological Sciences Brighton & Hove is a coastal city surrounded by the South Downs National Park, giving you easy access to marine, freshwater and terrestrial field sites.

Named one of the?best cities on the planet?and the third best city in the UK by Time Out, Brighton connects you with leading hospitals, research centres including the Sussex Cancer Centre, and environmental organisations so your degree offers really interesting placement and job opportunities.

Year 1 In your first year, you will explore the foundations of biological science such as skills for bioscientists, genetics, molecular biology, human physiology, biochemistry and diversity of life. You can also choose to study ecology and conservation, marine biology or blood science.

Core modules Essential Skills for Bioscientists Fundamentals in Genetics and Evolution Introduction to Microorganisms and Plants Introduction to Biochemistry Introduction to Human Physiology

Options* Fundamentals in Blood Sciences Introduction to Ecology and Conservation Fundamentals of Marine and Freshwater Biology

Year 2 You will build on the knowledge and skills gained in your first year, covering research skills, professional development, behavioural and evolutionary biology and climate change. You can choose to study environmental, ecological, biomedical and clinical areas through option modules.

Core modules Research Skills and Professional Development Animal Diversity and Adaptations

Options* Earth Surface Processes Environmental Pollution Climate Change Sustainable Futures Population Biology for Conservation Ice Age Earth GIS and Remote Sensing Principles and Practice Applied Conservation Field Course (UK) Ecology and Conservation International Field course Global Challenges: Climate Change and Environmental Degradation Marine and Freshwater Ecology Intermediate Blood Sciences Infection and Immunity Clinical Genetics and Molecular Biology Intermediate Human Physiology Human Biochemistry, Metabolism and Pharmacology

Optional Placement Year An optional placement year will allow you to apply your learning to real-life situations and challenges, and explore areas to help you decide what you want to specialise in. Our students have been on placement with bioscience companies and research organisations.

Final year In your final year you’ll study species interactions and innovations in bioscience research to bring you up to date with the most current bioscience research. And you’ll undertake an individual research project associated with a research group. Examples include physiology and disease processes, microbiology, genetics, ageing, ecology and conservation. You can also choose from module options to deepen your knowledge within a specialist theme.

Core modules Bioscience Research Project Ecology Project Species Interactions Innovations in Bioscience Research

Options* Ecological Impact Assessment Independent Study Module Advanced GIS and Remote Sensing The Frozen Planet Political Ecology: Contested Environments Current Topics in Aquatic Environments Cellular Pathology Advanced Diagnostics in Blood Science Clinical Microbiology and Immunology Hot Topics in Ecology and Conservation

*Option modules are indicative and may change, depending on timetabling and staff availability.