BSc Biology (Molecular and Cellular)
Entry requirements
BBC-BCC at A Level including a grade C in either Biology or Chemistry. The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree course. DMM in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science. 112-104 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including a grade C in either Biology or Chemistry A Level. Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above to include modules in a relevant Science subject. Merit at T Level in Science. 112-104 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications which should include modules in a relevant Science subject.
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biology and Microbiology. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Project Management. The course includes a supervised work placement year as an option and a final-year research project conducted independently under academic supervision.
Modules
- Supervised Work Experience
- Research Project
- Current Topics in Molecular Life Sciences
- Mechanisms and Pathology of Cancer and other Chronic Diseases
- Medical Genetics
- Immunology and Infection
- Practical Skills in Clinical Pathology and Biochemistry
- Molecular and Cellular Biology
- Biochemistry 1
- Introduction to Analytical Science and Spectroscopy
- The World of Microbes
- Physiology 1: Structure and Function
- Research Skills
- Research Skills 2
- Cell Biology
- Molecular Biology
- Biochemistry 2
- Physiology 2: Control and Integration
- Pharmaceutics and Formulation
- Infectious Diseases and Therapeutics