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Biology
BSc (Hons)
Why study this course?
Our exciting Biology programme provides a broad and fundamental understanding
of the world of organisms and is taught in the beautiful surroundings of Keele
campus, with opportunities to visit and study or work at partner institutions in
Europe and Malaysia.
Biology at Keele focuses on the amazing world of organisms – from how
they’ve evolved to their relationships with the environment and each
other. Keele takes a broad approach to biology, examining the diversity
of life and its evolution from the geological past.
You’ll consider the complexity of biological processes and mechanisms
at molecular, cellular, organismal and ecosystem levels, exploring
related philosophical and ethical issues. You’ll sample, record and
analyse data in the field and in our excellent labs, and learn how biology
can help to improve the quality and sustainability of life. Complete
this course over three years, or add an extra year with an Applied Life
Sciences work placement or a one year Study Abroad Placement between
the second and third year. You can choose to study Biology at Keele as
a Single Honours programme or combined with another subject.
What will this mean for my future?
Biology at Keele offers both breadth and depth of knowledge, preparing
you for a range of directly or indirectly related careers. You might work as
a research scientist, as an environmental consultant, conservationist, in
quality control areas of the food industry, in the pharmaceutical industry
or as a scientific writer. If you choose to do an Applied Life Sciences
Placement you will graduate with the advantage of a significant level of
work experience in biology to take to potential employers.
This programme has been accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. Accredited
degree programmes contain a solid academic foundation in biological knowledge
and key skills, and prepare graduates to address the needs of employers. Graduates
from Accredited programmes will receive one year's free membership of the Royal
Society of Biology; thereby opening up networks, training opportunities and
conferences, at a time when you are perhaps applying for your first employment.
INDICATIVE MODULES
First Year
• Biodiversity, Ecology and the
Environment
• Cellular Genetics and Evolution
• Physiology and Anatomy *
• Understanding Animal Behaviour *
• Plants: Sex, Drugs and Alcohol
Second Year
• Animal Adaptations
• Life at the Extremes
• Research and Analytical Skills
• Current Topics in Biology
• Microbes, Viruses and Parasites *
• Living Together
Third Year
• Life Sciences Research Project
• Conservation Biology
• Trees in Their Environment
• Applied Insect Ecology
• Human Evolution
• Communication Skills for Biologists
• Case Studies in Biotechnology *
• Dissertation (Life Sciences)
Modules only available for Single
Honours students
*
KEY INFORMATION
UCAS Code - C102
Foundation Year
Yes
Indicative entry
requirements
Single Honours
A level: ABB
BTEC: DDM
Combined Honours
A level: BBB/ABC
BTEC: DDM
Course duration
3 years or 4 years
with an international
or placement year
Placement Year
Yes
For further information on entry requirements please visit keele.ac.uk/entryrequirements
Study abroad
Yes
International Year
Yes
Learn a Language
Yes