Program Overview
The Biological Sciences program at the University of Brighton provides a comprehensive understanding of the biological sciences, equipping students with practical skills through hands-on learning and a placement year. Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, the program offers a wide range of options in ecology and bioscience, preparing graduates for careers in laboratory science, research, and more. Students benefit from expert faculty and collaborations with other natural sciences courses, fostering a dynamic learning environment.
Program Outline
Outline:
Year 1
- Fundamentals in Genetics and Evolution
- Introduction to Microorganisms and Plants
- Introduction to Human Physiology
- Introduction to Biochemistry
- Essential Skills for Bioscientists
Options (Choose one):
- Fundamentals in Blood Sciences
- Introduction to Ecology and Conservation
- Fundamentals of Marine and Freshwater Biology
Year 2
- Research Skills and Professional Development
- Animal Diversity and Adaptations
- Global Challenges: Climate Change and Environmental Degradation
Options (Choose three):
- Earth Surface Processes
- Environmental Pollution
- Climate Change
- Sustainable Futures
- Population Biology for Conservation
- Ice Age Earth
- GIS and Remote Sensing Principles and Practice
- Applied Conservation Field Course (UK)
- Ecology and Conservation International Field Course
- Marine and Freshwater Ecology
- Intermediate Blood Sciences
- Infection and Immunity
- Clinical Genetics and Molecular Biology
- Intermediate Human Physiology
- Human Biochemistry, Metabolism and Pharmacology
Placement year (Optional)
Final year
- Project (either Bioscience or Ecology)
- Species Interactions
- Innovations in Bioscience Research
Options (Choose two):
- Advanced GIS and Remote Sensing
- Biology Independent Study
- The Frozen Planet
- Political Ecology: Contested Environments
- Current Topics in Aquatic Environments
- Cellular Pathology
- Advanced Diagnostics in Blood Science
- Clinical Microbiology and Immunology
- Hot Topics in Ecology and Conservation
Careers: Graduates of the Biological Sciences program have gone on to careers in fields such as laboratory science, forensics, and scientific consultancy, education, and biological research. Roles include research scientist, researcher, hospital scientist, toxicologist, biotechnologist, and laboratory analyst. Some choose to continue their studies at postgraduate level.
Other:
- The Biological Sciences program is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
- Students on this program who meet the eligibility criteria are guaranteed an interview with the Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) if they want to pursue a degree in medicine.
- The course is taught by researchers who are recognized experts in their field, equipping students with the knowledge and skills they need to begin their career in the biological sciences.
- Students study alongside students across the natural sciences courses, working together to solve problems and share their knowledge and experience.
- The program is offered by the
- School of Applied Sciences at the
- University of Brighton .
- Moulsecoomb campus
- The program is designed to provide students with a broad and deep understanding of the biological sciences, as well as the practical skills they need to succeed in their chosen career.
- The course includes a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, with students spending a significant amount of time in the laboratory completing experiments and projects.
- The program also includes a placement year, which gives students the opportunity to gain work experience in a relevant field.
- The course is well-regarded by employers and graduates have gone on to successful careers in a variety of fields. This is just a partial extraction based on the provided context. More details may be available in other sections of the document.
Course fees
UK (full-time) 9,250 GBP International (full-time) 15,900 GBP
