📖Program Curriculum
YEAR 0
Foundation
One Year-long double module allocated based on previous maths qualifications:
Mathematics A or
Mathematics B
Semester 1
Compulsory
Communication in Science & Technology
Form and Function in Biology
Introductory Chemistry
Semester 2
Compulsory
A Closer Look at Chemistry
Diversity and Ecology
Molecules to Cells
Please note that all modules are subject to change
YEAR 1
Basic Biochemistry
Cells
Ecology (includes field trip)
Essential Skills for Biologists
Evolution
Molecular Genetics
Physiology
Practical Biology
Practical Molecular and Cellular Biology
Please note that all modules are subject to change.
YEAR 2
Compulsory
Diversity of Life
Ecological Interactions I
Research Methods and Communication
Choose four from (*Choose at least one of)
Cell Biology and Developmental Genetics
Comparative & Integrative Physiology
Ecological Interactions II (includes field trip to Croatia)*
Ecosystem Science
Genes and Bioinformatics*
Infectious Disease Biology
Membrane and Cellular Biochemistry
Metabolic Pathways
Microbial Physiology and Growth*
Please note that all modules are subject to change.
YEAR 3
Compulsory
Behavioural Ecology
Mammals and Evolution
Professional Skills and Development for Biologists
Choose one from
Biological Sciences Research Project
Project: Engaging the Public with Science
Project Skills in the Life Sciences
Choose three from (*Choose at least one of)
Climate Change and Conservation Challenges*
Endocrine Physiology and Biochemistry
Functional Genomics and Epigenetics
Infectious Disease Biology
Neuroscience: from Molecules to Behaviour
Population and Chromosome Genetics
Reproductive and Development Biology
Savannah Ecology and Conservation (includes field trip to the African savannas)*
Please note that all modules are subject to change.




