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BSc Biological Sciences

University of Aberdeen

Institution
University of Aberdeen
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Biological Sciences
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
C901
Typical offer
A-level BBC, IB 32

Entry requirements

A level: BBC. Two Mathematics/Science subjects required. IB: 32 points including 5, 5, 5 at HL with two Mathematics/Science subjects required. SL or HL in English and Mathematics are also required. SQA Highers: BBBB. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM. Main subjects to be Science or Mathematics. (Note: BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate (Subsidiary Diploma) achieved at Distinction level, is normally acceptable in lieu of one A Level at grade B). GCSE at Grade C/4 or above is also required in English or English Language, Mathematics and either Chemistry, Physics or Dual Award Science. Irish Leaving Certificate: Five subjects at Higher at H3. Two Mathematics/Science subjects required. O4 in English and Mathematics is also required.

About this course

BSc in Biological Sciences, focusing on both molecular and organismal aspects of living systems across a four-year undergraduate curriculum. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Fieldwork, Project Management, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Students undertake practical laboratory and field-based instruction while selecting a specialisation in animal, plant, or environmental science.

Modules

  • Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
  • Frontiers in Biological Sciences
  • Diversity of Life 1
  • Ecology and Environmental Science
  • Diversity of Life 2
  • The Cell
  • Chemistry for the Life Sciences 1
  • Biological Enhanced Skills Training (BEST)
  • Introduction to Genetics
  • Ecology
  • Comparative Physiology 1
  • Plants, People, and the Environment (BI25P4)
  • Coastal Biodiversity (BI25F2)
  • Field Biology (BI25F6)
  • Marine Field Ecology (BI25F9)
  • The Living Landscape (BI25FB)
  • Field Skills in Ecology and Animal Behaviour (BI25FA)
  • Building Skills and Experience for Career Success
  • Statistical Analysis of Biological Data
  • Ecological Genomics
  • Gateway to Honours Project
  • Lab Skills in Biosciences (BI35F4)
  • Animal Evolution and Biodiversity
  • Plant - Environment Interactions
  • Comparative Physiology 2
  • SBS Honours Project