Bio-Sciences
University of West London
UCAS Code: C991 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
Pass Access to HE Diploma (Minimum of 45 credits at level 3)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
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About this course
Biological sciences are the study of life and our wide-ranging BSc (Hons) Bio-Sciences degree will provide a broad scientific foundation in biomedical science before having the option to choose your own pathway as the course progresses.
Covering subject areas in the field of biology, including molecular biology, cell biology, microbiology, developmental biology, biochemistry, genetics, and more, you will develop the skills and knowledge to open up a multitude of potential career paths.
Throughout the course, you will benefit from:
• being part of a learning community that conducts cutting edge research into areas such as cancer, genomics, microbiology, food safety, ageing and memory, and translation medicine
• access to brand-new facilities that include equipment used in modern pharmaceutical, nutritional and clinical laboratories
• option of a placement year to develop your employability and career prospects
• final year research project - allows you to focus your studies on your specific interests and career goals.
With a wide array of optional modules to select from, you can tailor your degree to match your interests, enabling you to best achieve your goals and start out on a rewarding career.
Year One: In the first year, you will study a general curriculum that will provide a broad scientific foundation in biomedical science. This covers topics such as molecules and cells, fundamentals of evolution through to genetics and disease, and molecular biology.
Year Two: For the second year, you will have the option to choose a pathway from pharmacology, biological sciences, ecology and conservation or animal behaviour, human biology, bioinformatics or biomedical informatics. Regardless of your chosen pathway, practical laboratory skills will form an integral part of your studies.
Year Three: The final year research project provides an excellent opportunity for you to tailor your research to your own interests, through either laboratory-based or literature-based learning, depending on your chosen pathway.
Throughout the course, you will be taught by a community of diverse, expert researchers from different disciplines whose contribution to research will inform the teaching.
On completion of the degree, you will have gained key skills in experimental design, data analysis and presentation, helping to prepare you for your chosen career pathway.
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