
Alexandra Woodacre
Senior Lecturer in Molecular Bioscience
Faculty of Arts, Science and Technology
UCAS Code:
C900
Level:
Undergraduate
Duration:
3 years full time
4 years full time (with Foundation)
4 years part time
Starting:
September
Fees UK:
Full Time 22/23: £9,250
Part Time 22/23: £1,500 per 20 credit module
Integrated Foundation Year 22/23: £9,250
Fees International:
Full Time 22/23: £14,000
Integrated Foundation Year 22/23: £14,000
Location:
Waterside
For questions regarding study and admissions please contact us:
study@northampton.ac.uk
0300 303 2772
BSc Biological Sciences enables you to study and investigate the diverse aspects of the biological, environmental and life sciences in order to develop a detailed knowledge and understanding of the interconnection between organisms and the environment.
In the first year you will study a broad programme of compulsory modules, giving you a firm knowledge base in subjects like Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Ecology, Evolution, Microbiology and Anatomy. In the second and third year you have the opportunity, should you wish, to specialise in a variety of topics , choosing from a range of biology, biomedical, ecology and environmental science disciplines, which, allows you to design your degree to meet your future career.
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This course has been designed to contribute towards achieving the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals:
A wide and diverse range biological aspects of science are explored throughout this degree programme. This interdisciplinary degree provides you with the opportunity to develop a broad knowledge base in the first year of study before specialising in topics and disciplines in the second and third year.
You will have the opportunity to choose modules that most interest you or ones that specifically meet your future career aspirations. You can choose from varied aspects of biological science including plant and animal biology, genetics, environmental science, microbiology, human biology, ecosystems, pharmacology, ecology, adaptations to life, neuroscience and biochemistry.
You will apply your knowledge throughout your degree and recognise its relevance to society at national and global levels. You also have the opportunity to learn a wide range of laboratory and field skills as well as learning about current issues and research areas.
You may also elect to take the Life Science Placement Year module after your second year before returning to complete your degree. We will help you find this paid placement and support you during this year.
Our modules are informed by staff who are active researchers in their specialist areas, introducing you to scientific principles to help you develop analytical skills and encourage you to evaluate and recommend solutions to real-world biological problems.
You will be supported during your final year research project by a supervisor with relevant research expertise and by studying the second year research methods and specialised laboratory and/or fieldwork modules with essential training in the latest techniques. You even have the opportunity to present your own final year research dissertation at our annual research conference.
We will support you to achieve your career and study ambitions, which is why if you complete our Employability Plus Gold programme or Changemaker Gold certificate alongside your studies and if you haven’t secured full-time employment 12 months after graduating** we will secure a three – six month paid internship for you, or support you into postgraduate study.
**with a 2:2 degree classification or higher
View proposed modules below (module titles and specification subject to validation):
Year 1
Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Introduction to Ecology
Life of Earth
Genetics and Molecular Biology
Introduction to Microbiology
Anatomy and Physiology
Year 2
(Various modules listed below will be designated)
Bioscience Research Methods
Biogeography
Fieldwork Module
Terrestrial and Freshwater Ecology
Plants and the Environment
Adaptations to Life on Land, in Water and Air
Genes and Genomics
Health and Disease
Techniques in Molecular Biology
Pharmacology
Processes of Life: Biochemistry
Optional Placement Year
Life Sciences at Work
Year 3
(Various modules listed below will be designated)
Human Bioscience Dissertation
Contemporary Issues in Biology
Biodiversity and Conversation
Sustainable Development: Land Use and Planning
Health, Risk and Environment
Integrated Medical Genetics
Immunology and Health
Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience
Pathogen Biology
Applied and Environmental Microbiology
Gene Regulation
Please note the modules shown here relate to the academic year 21/22. The modules relating to the academic year 22/23 will be available from June 2022.
Standard entry requirements apply. A typical offer would be BCC at A Level or DMM at BTEC. In addition, you are expected to have studied a natural science subject (preferably Biology or Human Biology but Chemistry and Physics are also accepted) in an A Level at grade C, or equivalent qualification such as International Baccalaureate.
We welcome international applicants and applications from students with a range of non-traditional educational or professional qualifications
For more information on how to make an application, please visit our How to Apply page.
If you are an International student and would like information on making an application, please see our How to Apply page.
Admission to the BSc Honours Human Bioscience 4 year Programme with Foundation Study is normally DEE at A Level or MPP at BTEC with a D in a Natural Science. However, we would also like to hear from you if you have professional or industry experience instead, a range of other qualifications or self-developed subject knowledge that relates to the course you wish to study.
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 22/23 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
There are no additional costs for this course for students beginning their studies in September 2022. Should this change, applicants and students will be contacted by the university with details of the costs.
Fees quoted relate to study in the Academic Year 21/22 only and may be subject to inflationary increases in future years.
There are no additional costs for this course for students beginning their studies in September 2021. Should this change, applicants and students will be contacted by the university with details of the costs.
For information on the scholarships available to you, please see our scholarships page.
Accreditation of this programme is pending from the Royal Society of Biology – the leading professional body for the biological sciences in the United Kingdom.
The Integrated Foundation Year (IFY) offers a new and exciting route into studying for a degree, attracting ambitious and driven students who are willing to learn and advance.
If you have non-standard qualifications or do not quite meet the admissions requirements we can offer you a fantastic opportunity to study a four year programme which includes an Integrated Foundation Year. The Integrated Foundation Year will help you develop the theoretical/practical and academic skills you need, in order to successfully progress to the full award.
Featuring a reduced tuition fee in the first year, our four-year courses will enable you to successfully follow the degree pathway of your choice while gaining essential study skills. The foundation year of your chosen degree will be studied on a full-time basis and is aimed at supporting the transition to higher education. Years two, three and four are then studied as a standard degree programme.
At the University of Northampton, everything we do, from funded trips to paid internships, is to give you everything you need to make a difference when you leave.
If you join this full time degree at Northampton, you will receive a laptop when your course begins. The laptops are built to a bespoke custom specification ideal for use in the seminar room, collaborative group work or studying at home.
Whatever your ambitions, we’re here to help you to achieve them. We’ll support you to identify the skills you’re learning during your course, find your strengths and secure practical experience so that when it comes to applying for jobs or further study you’ll feel confident in standing out from the crowd. We’ve created the Northampton Employment Promise because we are so confident that if you focus on your studies and complete one of our awards you’ll be highly employable by the time you graduate. Putting you in a great position to secure employment or continue your studies.
To check out the full list of perks, visit our Student Perks page.
You may also elect to take the Life Science Placement Year module after your second year before returning to complete your degree. This is an optional and paid placement year, working within industry. Students who complete this typically achieve higher degree outcomes and have improved employability. The University has a whole team of people to help you find a paid placement and will support you during this year.
We aim to make learning an engaging and enjoyable experience from our extensive online resources and face to face teaching. We will introduce you to science principles, help you to develop analytical skills and encourage you to evaluate and recommend solutions to real-life, local to global, biological problems.
Teaching and learning occurs through a variety of methods, with laboratory practicals, workshops, learning how to use new software, fieldwork, seminars and lectures.
Modules are typically semesterised, which means that modules are delivered in either the Autumn Term or the Spring term. You will have four hours of contact time per week to enable you to get the most out of practical sessions, workshops and field visits.
All the module tutors use our virtual learning environment (NILE) to provide additional resources to facilitate your independent learning.
Each module typically has four hours per week contact time and students typically study three modules per week. In addition, all students are allocated a personal tutor before they start their degree. They will meet with their personal tutor on a regular basis and are able to book office hours with them for both academic and pastoral support.
Assessment methods include writing scientific reports, blogs, articles, giving presentations, and taking time constrained assessment and exams. Many modules are assessed through 100% coursework but some modules have exams that could be worth up to 60% of the final module grade.
Our well-equipped Bioscience laboratories are modern research facilities enabling you to learn and develop your skills in an innovative and supportive environment. In addition, for students interested in more environmental biology the campus is adjacent to the River Nene and has its own nature reserve Current specialist lab facilities include:
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This course will open up a range of career opportunities, including:
Our well-equipped Bioscience laboratories are modern research facilities enabling you to learn and develop your skills in an innovative and supportive environment. In addition, for students interested in more environmental biology the campus is adjacent to the River Nene and has its own nature reserve Current specialist lab facilities include:
Special course features include:
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