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Biological Sciences BSc

University of Leicester — Leicester, United Kingdom

Biological Sciences BSc is a undergraduate Chemistry course at University of Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom. It takes 3-4 years, costs £26,000 per year and starts in September.

Undergraduate · 3-4 years · Full-time · Chemistry · £26,000 per year

Intakes: September

As the knowledge base in the biological sciences grows exponentially and technology becomes ever more sophisticated, the ability to think broadly about biology and to apply your knowledge across the boundaries of traditional disciplines will inevitably become a very valuable and powerful asset both in scientific environments and in many other walks of life. This is the most flexible of all our biological sciences degrees. Packed with exciting subjects and transferable employability skills, you will get the maximum choice of topics to choose from in Years 2 and 3. This means that you can learn

Modules

  • The Molecules of Life: An Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
  • The Cell: An Introduction to Cell Biology and Microbiology
  • From Individuals to Populations: An Introduction to Genetics
  • Multicellular Organisation: An Introduction to Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience
  • Biodiversity and Behaviour
  • Research Skills 1
  • Research Skills 2
  • Genomes
  • Physiology and Pharmacology
  • Physiology of Excitable Cells
  • Principles of Microbiology
  • Protein Structure and Function
  • Global Change Biology and Conservation
  • Introduction to Python programming for Bioscientists
  • Medical Microbiology
  • Contemporary Techniques in Biological Data Analysis
  • Exercise Physiology and Pharmacology
  • Genes, Development and Inheritance
  • Immunology and Eukaryotic Microbiology
  • Immunology and Eukaryotic Microbiology (with science enterprise trip)
  • Bioinformatics
  • Behavioural Neurobiology
  • Neurobiology and Animal Behaviour
  • A Field Guide to Evolution
  • From Genes to Proteins
  • Molecular Cell Biology
  • Research Project A (Experimental)
  • Research Project C
  • Research Project B (Analytical)
  • Evolutionary Genetics

Careers

  • Graduate medicine
  • Postgraduate research (MSc or PhD)
  • Laboratory Research Scientist
  • The NHS Scientist Training Programme
  • Clinical trials coordination
  • Teaching
  • Science communication
  • Wildlife protection

Frequently asked questions

How long is Biological Sciences BSc at University of Leicester?

Biological Sciences BSc takes 3-4 years (Full-time).

How much does Biological Sciences BSc at University of Leicester cost?

The listed tuition fee is £26,000 per year. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount before you apply.

When does Biological Sciences BSc start?

Intakes: September.

What level is Biological Sciences BSc?

It is a undergraduate course in Chemistry.

What will I study on Biological Sciences BSc?

Modules include The Molecules of Life: An Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, The Cell: An Introduction to Cell Biology and Microbiology, From Individuals to Populations: An Introduction to Genetics, Multicellular Organisation: An Introduction to Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience, Biodiversity and Behaviour and Research Skills 1.

What careers can Biological Sciences BSc lead to?

Typical roles include Graduate medicine, Postgraduate research (MSc or PhD), Laboratory Research Scientist, The NHS Scientist Training Programme, Clinical trials coordination and Teaching.