Explore current developments and issues in the biological sciences to gain a strong foundation in a scientific discipline for further study, research or professional development. This four year degree integrates a three-year BSc Biological Sciences course with a final year of training in Masters-level scientific skills. Capture the essence of life and living organisms with this fascinating degree, exploring the molecular, cellular and organismal biology essential for understanding modern biology. You will develop skills and understanding right across the biological disciplines. You will study rapidly-developing areas such as biotechnology, which harnesses cellular and bimolecular processes to develop technologies and products to improve our heath, and recombinant DNA technology, which are DNA molecules formed by laboratory methods to create new sequences of DNA. You will also develop your understanding of traditional aspects of animal and plant biology and learn about the diversity and evolution of life. This course will give you the opportunity to attend a field trip in South Africa in your third year.

Graduates will develop highly sought after skills, suitable for a variety of careers within the life sciences fields and beyond including bioengineering companies, pharmaceutical industries and environmental consultancies.