This course enables you to study microbial, animal and plant biotechnology. You'll learn the latest techniques and how these can be used to help improve lives. You might be interested in how you can apply science to global issues such as:
- Healthcare, by developing life-saving medicines
- Reducing greenhouse gas emissions by providing cleaner biofuels
- Food security
Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, you'll gain the knowledge and skills to succeed when you graduate.
You will learn in specialist laboratories, using our facilities to build your practical knowledge. Our lab sessions will give you experience in DNA sequencing and genetic engineering.
Experts in synthetic biology will lecture on the latest applications and technology. You'll join thought-provoking debates covering ethical, commercial and environmental concerns.
Throughout your degree you can choose from a range of additional options. You can apply to do these when you get here:
- Industry placement - you can add a year in industry between years two and three
- Study abroad - options include our Malaysia campus, Australia, Canada, or Europe
- Computer Science year - use algorithms to analyse complex data and apply this to your course
Course Details - Modules
You'll build your knowledge in biochemistry, genetics and cell biology, microbial physiology and animal biology.
In the second year, core modules focus on molecular biology, genetic engineering and epigenetics. You can then choose from optional modules to specialise in the areas that interest you.
The final year research project enables you to use your skills to work on a piece of original research. Supervised by our academic researchers, you will design the study, use techniques, collect data and prepare a report. You could carry out a project with a research institute or industrial partner. Some previous research projects were granted patents and developed into commercial products.
Course Details – Assessment Method
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Course Details – Professional Bodies
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How to Apply
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.
Application Codes
Course code:
J700
Institution code:
N84
Campus Name:
Sutton Bonington Campus
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
at least two science-based subjects at A level (biology is required; other subjects usually include chemistry, physics or maths but can include geography and, exceptionally, psychology) and an additional A level or equivalent. A pass is required in science practicals where taken.
Citizenship studies, critical thinking, general studies and leisure studies not accepted.
This qualification is only accepted in combination with two Scottish Advanced Highers at grades AB-BB in two science-based subjects (biology is required; other subjects usually include chemistry, physics or maths but can include geography and, exceptionally, psychology).
Pass Access with 60 credits overall with 45 credits at level 3, of which 30 level 3 credits must be achieved from relevant core sciences at Merit grade.
In two science-based subjects (biology is required; other subjects usually include chemistry, physics or maths but can include geography and, exceptionally, psychology). This qualification is only accepted in combination with five Scottish Highers at grades ABBBB-BBBBB.
Including specified grades in two science-based subjects (biology is required; other subjects usually include chemistry, physics or maths but can include geography and, exceptionally, psychology) at Higher Level and English language.
Science-based BTECs accepted. Please contact the School direct to check modules covered and grades required.
Accepted alongside two science-based subjects at A level (biology is required; other subjects usually include chemistry, physics or maths but can include geography and, exceptionally, psychology).
Including two science-based subjects (biology is required; other subjects usually include chemistry, physics or maths but can include geography and, exceptionally, psychology).
European Baccalaureate - 75% overall, including 75% or 7.5 in at least two science-based subjects (biology is required; other subjects usually include chemistry, physics or maths but can include geography and, exceptionally, psychology).
GCSE requirements - English grade C (numeric grade 4) and Mathematics grade C (numeric grade 4)
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
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Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
55%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
90%
Go onto work and study:
100%
Fees and funding
EU
25000.0
Year 1
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
International
25000.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
9250.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
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Provider information
University Park
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Nottingham
NG7 2RD
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