Biological Sciences, BSc Hons

There are two "routes" of the BSc Hons Biological Sciences programme. The routes are similar in the first year, but differ in the next two years, so that students can obtain a degree with a speciality: BSc Hons Biological Sciences (Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology) or BSc Hons Biological Sciences (Medical Physiology). Those who prefer to choose their options will obtain a BSc Hons Biological Sciences degree.

UCAS code

C900 M BSc/Bio

School

Science

Location

Medway Campus

Attendance

3 years full-time
4 years sandwich
5 years part-time

Entry requirements

Applicants should have:

260 UCAS points

INCLUDING A-level biology and another science subject, preferably chemistry

OR BTEC National, DVCE or Advanced GNVQ grades, or equivalent qualifications will also be considered

PLUS a minimumï»¿ of three GCSEs at grade C or above (including English and mathematics) or equivalent qualifications.

– We welcome applications from mature students.

Assessment

Students are assessed through exams, coursework, presentations, laboratory reports and a project report.

Career options

Opportunities include: conducting medical research in academic, governmental, or commercial laboratories, including biotechnology companies and health testing laboratories, scientific writing and publishing, medical equipment sales, science teaching, and postgraduate studies leading to an MSc or PhD degree. This programme is recognised by the Society of Biology.

Year 1

Fundamental Biology and Physiology (30 credits)
Fundamentals of Biochemistry (30 credits)
Basic Chemistry for Life Sciences (15 credits)
Practical and Professional Skills (30 credits)
Introduction to Medical Science (15 credits)

Year 2

Bioanalytical Techniques (15 credits)
Physiology and Pharmacology (30 credits)
Metabolism and Disease (15 credits)
Research and Professional Skills (15 credits)

For Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology: Cell and Microbial Biology (30 credits) AND Molecular and General Genetics (15 credits)

For Medical Physiology: Pathobiology (15 credits) AND Immunology (15 credits)AND Physiological Systems and Regulation (15 credits)

Optional Sandwich Year (Work Placement)

Final Year

Project (30 credits)
Three to six options from: Advanced and Clinical Immunology (15); Neuropharmacology (30); Medical Microbiology (15); Cell and Molecular Pathology (15); Medical Biochemistry (15); Human Molecular Biology (15); Cancer Biology and Therapeutics (15); Protein Biochemistry (30); Proteomics and Genomics (30) (90 credits)

Medical Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Route:

Protein Biochemistry (30 credits)
Medical Biochemistry (15 credits)
Cancer Biology and Therapeutics (15 credits)
Immunology (15 credits)
Human Molecular Biology (15 credits)

Medical Physiology Route:

Neuropharmacology (30 credits)
Medical Biochemistry (15 credits)
Medical Microbiology (15 credits)
Advanced and Clinical Immunology (15 credits)
Cell and Molecular Pathology (15 credits)

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