BSc Biological Science 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. 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. Other highlights include: - Select the topics that most interests you, designing your degree to your individual interests and career aspirations - Lots of applied, practical laboratory classes in new £330 million Waterside Campus - Opportunities for visits, fieldwork and overseas travel** - You have the opportunity to present your final year research dissertation at our annual research conference - Guaranteed paid internship with the Northampton Employment Promise.* - HP laptop and software included with this course for eligible students (see Eligibility criteria and Terms and Conditions)*** * with a 2:2 degree classification or higher * All trips subject to national and local Covid-19 guidelines and restrictions. See our situation updates page for more on the University’s response to Covid-19: https://www.northampton.ac.uk/about-us/situation-updates/ **see Eligibility criteria and Terms and Conditions: https://www.northampton.ac.uk/student-life/university-living-laptops-trips-and-internships/

**STAGE 1** - Biochemistry and Cell Biology (Compulsory) - Introduction to Ecology (Compulsory) - Life on Earth (Compulsory) - Genetics and Molecular Biology (Compulsory) - Introduction to Microbiology (Compulsory) - Anatomy and Physiology (Compulsory) **STAGE 2** - Bioscience Research Methods (Compulsory) - Biogeography (Designated) - Fieldwork Module (Designated) - Terrestrial and Freshwater Ecology (Designated) - Plants and the Environment (Designated) - Adaptations to Life on Land, in Water and Air (Designated) - Genes and Genomics (Designated) - Health and Disease (Designated) - Techniques in Molecular Biology (Designated) - Pharmacology (Designated) - Processes of Life: Biochemistry (Designated) **OPTIONAL PLACEMENT YEAR** - Life Sciences at Work (Designated) **STAGE 3** - Human Bioscience Dissertation (Compulsory) - Contemporary Issues in Biology (Compulsory) - Biodiversity and Conservation (Designated) - Sustainable Development: Land Use and Planning (Designated) - Health, Risk and Environment (Designated) - Integrated Medical Genetics (Designated) - Immunology and Health (Designated) - Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience (Designated) - Pathogen Biology (Designated) - Applied and Environmental Microbiology (Designated) - Gene Regulation (Designated) Module information is quoted for 21/22 entry. Please note that modules run subject to student numbers and staff availability, any changes will be communicated to applicants accordingly.

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.

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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: C900

Institution code: N38

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EU	9250.0	Year 1
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

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The University of Northampton
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