BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences

Course Overview This comprehensive biology degree offers a broad exploration of the subject without requiring an early specialism, balancing hands-on laboratory work with immersive field experiences. You will develop cutting-edge practical and transferable skills highly valued by employers, preparing you to shape the future in fields from ecosystem management to laboratory research. The program is designed to build a deep understanding of life from microscopic viruses to complex mammals and diverse ecosystems. Key Program Highlights Study the entire spectrum of contemporary biology through a program praised for its outstanding teaching quality and well-constructed curriculum. Gain extensive theoretical and practical experience in both the lab and the field, including an intensive residential field trip to the Azores. Enhance your employability with an optional work placement year between your second and final year of study. Learn from inspiring, research-active staff and utilize specialized facilities including controlled environment chambers and an electron microscopy unit. Develop key graduate skills tailored for a variety of careers, supported by dedicated personal and course tutors.