BSc Natural Sciences
Entry requirements
BBC-BCC at A Level including two accepted Science subjects with a pass in Science Practical where applicable. (The accepted Science A Level subjects are: Geography, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Geology and Applied Sciences. Level 3 BTEC Applied Science with 32 UCAS points or above is accepted as an alternative to these Science A Levels at grade C). DMM in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science. 112-104 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including grades BC in two accepted Science subjects at A Level. (The accepted Science A Level subjects are: Geography, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths, Geology and Applied Sciences. Level 3 BTEC Applied Science with 32 UCAS points or above is accepted as an alternative to these Science A Levels at grade C). Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above to include modules in relevant science subjects. Merit at T Level in Science 112-104 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications, including two relevant Science subjects at Higher Level grade 5.
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Natural Sciences, combining biology and chemistry as core disciplines. Core topics include Microelectronics, Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Project Management, and Ethics & Professional Practice. After the second year, students may undertake an optional supervised placement in the UK or abroad. The degree concludes with an independent research project conducted under academic supervision.
Modules
- Supervised Work Experience
- Research Project
- Organometallic, Bioinorganic & Photochemistry
- Heterocycles, Selectivity and Modern Synthesis
- Surface Science and Theoretical Chemistry
- Separation Techniques & Analytical Toxicology
- Mass Spectrometry, NMR, Electroanalysis & Sensors
- Immunology and Infection
- Mechanisms and Pathology of Cancer and other Chronic Diseases
- Current Topics in Molecular Life Sciences
- Sustainable Industrial Systems
- Interpretation of Forensic Evidence
- Forensic Science and the Law
- Research Skills
- Structure: From Atoms to Molecules and Materials
- The Reactivity and Properties of Carbon Compounds
- States of Matter, Kinetics and Thermodynamics
- Introduction to Analytical Science and Spectroscopy
- Biochemistry 1
- Physiology 1: Structure and Function
- Molecular and Cellular Biology
- Heat Transfer and Fluid Flow
- Research Skills 2
- Coordination Complexes and Inorganic Materials
- Methods and Strategies in Organic Synthesis
- Physical Chemistry: Principles of Chemical Change
- Molecular Analysis & Instrumental Methods
- Biochemistry 2
- Physiology 2: Control and Integration
- Cell Biology
- Chemical Engineering 1
- Crime Scene and Forensic Examinations