The University of Warwick is a public research university located in Coventry, England. Founded in 1965, it has quickly established itself as one of the UK's leading universities, consistently ranking in the top ten in national league tables. Warwick has a reputation for academic excellence, particularly in the fields of business, economics, engineering, and the humanities. The university is known for its international outlook and has a diverse student body, with students from over 150 countries. With a strong commitment to research and innovation, the University of Warwick is a dynamic and exciting institution that offers a world-class education to its students.

Year One
Quantitative Skills for Biology
All biological scientists need to understand and analyse quantitative data So this module will see you learning to use statistical methods for analysing and summarising experimental data (for example from your lab classes) and learning the basic principles for modelling biological populations

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Molecules Cells and Organisms
You'll study this module as the essential foundation for most other modules taught in the School of Life Sciences You'll gain the basic knowledge you need of molecular and cellular aspects of biology and also become familiar with whole-organism and developmental biology in the context of evolution

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Agents of Infectious Disease
You will start by gaining a thorough foundation in microbiology and virology using infectious diseases as a common link to promote your understanding Through your study of epidemiology you will learn to appreciate the way that diseases spread and the methods used to investigate this spread On completion you can expect to understand the role of various structures associated with the bacterial cell in causing a range of diseases and appreciate the structure of viruses and how this relates to their capacity to cause disease and the host response to viral challenge This will equip you with the necessary theoretical foundations to underpin your future studies

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Physiology and Metabolism
On this module you will learn how parts of the body function and work together in the whole organism You will study the physiology of the nervous system cardiovascular system respiratory system and special senses Your study of metabolism will help you to understand the generation of energy within the body anabolism the role of enzymes and specific functions such as glycolysis the citric acid cycle pentose phosphate pathway and photosynthesis You will then combine your learning to gain a thorough understanding of the way the body adapts to environmental conditions such as altitude depth cold and heat

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Tutorials and Laboratories

Chemistry for Biologists - compulsory for entrants without A2 level Chemistry
Year Two
Tutorials and Laboratories

Molecular Cell Biology
On this module you will gain a sound knowledge of the organisation complexity and essential processes that occur in the genomes and information-processing mechanisms in all three domains of life You will study the molecular biology that underlies fundamental cellular processes including the cytoskeleton in cellular structure function and motility the mechanisms that control cell proliferation and genome stability protein processing in secretory pathway organelles and programmed cell death in eukaryotic cells

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Blood and Circulation
This module is designed to give you an all-round understanding of the physiology and pathophysiology of two linked body systems blood the haematological system and circulation the cardiovascular system You will cover the functioning of these systems in both health and disease

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Epidemiology and Public Health
This module forms the basis for the third modules Infectious Diseases and Health and Modern Approaches to Human Disease You will cover assessing the evidence the dynamics of disease and public health

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Virology
This module covers the replication strategies of important viruses antiviral therapies diagnosis and clinical case studies You will learn how the medically related aspects of virology (how virus infections are diagnosed and treated) are important in combating viral disease

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Evolution
The module provides an overview of the immune system with a focus on T cell immunity

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Microbial Pathogens
You will be introduced to a range of important microparasites the diseases they cause and the parasite-host and environmental interactions that govern their biology and approaches to control Examples include vector-borne and or zoonotic organisms from Mycobacterium Trypanosomes Plasmodium to fungi

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Year Three
Tutorials and Research Project

Modern Approaches to Human Disease
On this module you will engage with two major themes in modern medicine evidence-based medicine and medical ethnics You will achieve this through in-depth study of the medical specialities of reproductive medicine renal medicine and central nervous system (CNS) medicine

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Year Four
Research Skills Training
In this module you will receive training in practical lab skills data analysis and research proposal writing and evaluation You will also take part in a number of journal club sessions reading and discussing scientific literature

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Extended Research Project
You will carry out a research project supervised by an academic on an area that interests you between late October and April This forms the main component of four

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Optional modules
Optional modules can vary from to Example optional modules may include

Science Communication
Health and Community
Clinical Microbiology
Genetics and Genomics
Molecular Endocrinology
Oncology
Integrative Neuroscience
Introduction to Secondary Teaching in Biology
Interdisciplinary and Business modules
Virology and Immunology

• The University of Warwick is a world-renowned public research university located in Coventry, England. Established in 1965, it has rapidly established itself as one of the leading universities in the UK and the world, consistently ranking in the top ten in national and international league tables.
• Academic excellence is at the heart of the University of Warwick, with a reputation for excellence in fields such as business, economics, engineering, and the humanities. The university has four faculties: Arts, Science, Social Sciences, and Medicine, with over 30 academic departments and more than 300 degree courses at undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels.
• The Warwick Business School is one of the most respected business schools in the UK, with an international reputation for excellence in research and teaching. It offers a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and executive education programs, including the highly regarded Warwick MBA.
• The university's commitment to research is evident in its world-class research facilities and centres, which focus on areas such as energy, healthcare, and digital technologies. Warwick is also home to a number of research institutes and centres, including the Warwick Manufacturing Group, the Warwick Medical School, and the Warwick Centre for Applied Linguistics.
• The University of Warwick is also renowned for its international outlook, with a diverse student body representing over 150 nationalities. It has strong partnerships with universities around the world, with opportunities for students to study abroad and for international students to study at Warwick.
• The university has a strong commitment to innovation and entrepreneurship, with numerous initiatives and programs aimed at supporting student startups and promoting innovation. The Warwick Enterprise Hub provides students with access to resources and support to develop their business ideas, while the Warwick Innovation Centre offers incubation and office space for startups and small businesses.
• The University of Warwick has a beautiful campus that spans over 700 acres and features state-of-the-art facilities, including a modern sports centre, a world-class arts centre, and numerous research facilities. The campus is located in Coventry, a historic city in the heart of England with excellent transport links to London and other major cities.
• In conclusion, the University of Warwick is a world-class institution that is known for its academic excellence, commitment to research and innovation, international outlook, and beautiful campus. With a diverse and dynamic student body, the university offers a rich and rewarding academic experience that prepares students for success in their chosen fields.

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