This flexible course enables you to sample different subject areas before selecting your field of interest. It is therefore ideal if you have a passion for Biological Sciences, but are unsure of which area of study to specialise in.
This course gives a sound grounding in biology. It will enable you to specialise in your chosen field of interest for the remainder of the course. After a common first term of study you can choose one of the following pathways and tailor your degree accordingly.
- Biomedical Sciences
- Biochemistry and Microbiology
- Environmental Biology
- Physiology and Pharmacology.
You might also be interested in BSc (Hons) Ecology and Conservation.
Why choose this course?
- It is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology
- Our Environmental Biology pathway is accredited by The Chartered Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management.
- The amount of practical work is very high and includes regular field trips for environmental biology.
- You will have the option to take a work placement after year two. This is facilitated by our dedicated Placement Office.
- NTU is third in the UK for bioscience students on year-long work placements (HESA 2017/18).
- You will benefit from our excellent links with industry, which include companies such as GlaxoSmithKline and the NHS.
