Biology degrees in Edinburgh

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Heriot-Watt University

4 biology courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 44th
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WUSCA ranking: 33th
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One of the best aspects of the campus is the overall campus location and how everything is evenly placed. Also, the facilities, such as the library and Canvas, are of great support for a healthy studying environment. However, some places for improvement could be a big relief for students. 1) An on-campus A big cafeteria, like a mess kitchen, would be a great addition where students can easily find multiple meals for lunch and dinner, which could be affordable and with a great variety in the menu. 2) A shop or a small supermarket where groceries can be easily accessible so that students living on campus don't have to go through the hassle of going to the city centre for basic things.

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Biology - MBiol
calculator icon 96-128 ucas points clock icon 5 years full time
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Year 1
  • Applied and Environmental Biology
  • Biochemistry
  • Human Biology
  • Mathematics for Scientists and Chemistry
  • Physiology
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Marine Biology
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  • Applied and Environmental Biology
  • Biochemistry
  • Mathematics for Scientists and Chemistry
  • Physiology
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SRUC Scotland's Rural College

1 biology courses
star rating 2.3
3 reviews
SCOTLAND
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Couldn’t be happier to have picked SRUC for veterinary nursing! It’s very practical based and really hands on which I love a lot. The lecturers are lovely and in our online (for now) lectures they make sure to try and keep us engaged and give us breaks as they know online learning can be a bit difficult and most of all they try to make it fun! If you’re looking to do veterinary nursing in Scotland I’d definitely recommend SRUC - you might be a bit hesitant at first since it’s out in the countryside and not a city but it’s definitely worth it for the practical learning than you receive on farm etc.

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Edinburgh Napier University

2 biology courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 67th
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WUSCA ranking: 20th
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Edinburgh Napier University is a modern and career-focused institution known for its strong industry links, especially in business, computing, and engineering. With excellent facilities and a diverse student community, it offers practical learning experiences that prepare graduates for the job market.

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Animal & Conservation Biology
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Year 1
  • Cell biology
  • Comparative anatomy and physiology
  • Foundation in Science
  • Introductory Microbiology
  • Life on Earth
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Marine and Freshwater Biology
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  • Cell Biology
  • Common Foundation Year
  • Comparative Anatomy and Physiology
  • Foundation in Science
  • Introductory Microbiology
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The University of Edinburgh

10 biology courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 6th
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I love the city in general. The University's libraries are good. with proper facilities that I can use, such as discussion rooms, computers, printers, even 3D printer! Some buildings look so old but in positive ways, make them look classic and cultured. However, in my own experience, some classrooms are a little bit aged. i mean, like some chairs are feel old, they are sometimes kind of wobbly, and some of them do not have enough leg room. Main library can be crowded when exam days come, but I think that is something that can not be avoided. i think it is good to add some space for classrooms or some like study hubs.

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Reproductive Biology
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Year 1
  • Biological Chemistry 1A
  • Biological Chemistry 1B
  • Biomedical Sciences 1
  • Medical Biology 1
  • Molecules, Genes and Cells 1
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  • Molecules, Genes and Cells 1
  • Origin and Diversity of Life 1
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