Integrative biology brings together all the tools of modern biology to unravel the complexity of living systems. BSc Biological Sciences at Essex will give you the expertise to comprehend the vast and diverse world of living organisms, from the latest sequencing technologies to profile biodiversity and computational tools to understand biological systems, to genome-editing techniques used in human health and biotechnology. You will have flexibility to tailor your degree to your interests. First year offers a modern overview on diversity of animals, plants, and microorganisms, as well as cell and molecular biology, genetics and evolution. Later you can choose one of our 5 pathways. Our Integrative Biology pathway allows you to choose from a broad selection of modules across different disciplines. Alternatively you can specialise in an area you enjoy most, choosing from Human Biology, Molecular and Cell Biology, Biotechnology, or Ecology and Conservation Biology. Research-based teaching is a cornerstone of the degree, and lectures and laboratory practicals are designed and delivered by leading scientists performing research in the areas of Genomics and Computational Biology, Protein Structure and Mechanisms of Disease, Ecology and Environmental Microbiology, and Plant Productivity. Molecular biology modules will give you access to state-of-the-art equipment and techniques. Ecology and environmental modules develop field skills. You will have the option to spend the third year abroad (e.g. USA, Canada, New Zealand, etc.), or on a placement in an external organisation (e.g. GlaxoSmithKline, AstraZeneca). A major part of the final year is a scientific research project offered to all the students of the degree, giving you the chance to apply all the acquired knowledge and skills to a real scientific project of your own.

Many of our courses offer a choice of optional modules to tailor your learning experience. More information about these can be found on the University of Essex website.

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26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Course code: C102

Institution code: E70

Campus Name: Colchester Campus

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The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Year 2

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In addition all applicants require GCSE Mathematics at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).

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Student satisfaction : 40%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 60%

Go onto work and study: 90%

England	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1
Channel Islands	9250.0	Year 1
EU	19080.0	Year 1
International	19080.0	Year 1

Fees displayed are for 2021-22 entry. Fees will increase for each academic intake and each academic year of study.

Wivenhoe Park
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Colchester
CO4 3SQ