Life Science degrees

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UHI is a fantastic university for distance learning courses. The support that they provide is assuring, teachers are helpful and knowledgeable, and the intended learning outcomes are very clearly outlined from the very start. Accordingly, I enthusiastically recommend studying the PG distance learning courses through the UHI!

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Bioscience BSc (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Collecting and analysing data
  • Fundamental chemistry
  • Principles of biology
  • Science laboratory skills
  • Scientific techniques
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University Centre South Devon – South Devon College

1 life-science courses
star rating 4.0
1 review
SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
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Year 1
  • Contemporary Issues in Animal Science
  • Dissertation
  • Professional Skills & Project Management
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University of the West of Scotland

4 life-science courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 87th
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The lecturers and staff in the uni are all very helpful, kind, friendly. Has made finding out information very easy. Uni is very good at providing updated through email and MyDay as well as having a very informative website. Uni campus is excellent, many different buildings so difficult to find way around to begin with. Gym facilities are great as well as the union for food/ drinks. Not much on campus experience as all classes have been online, majority optional aside from lectures all taking place online. Seminars are optional on campus/ online. Labs all on campus, great science facilities in the building.

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Applied Bioscience and Zoology BSc (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Diversity of Life
  • Foundations of Life
  • Investigation & Communication
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Biomedical Science BSc (Hons)
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  • Diversity of Life
  • Foundations of Life
  • Investigation & Communication
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University of Nottingham

18 life-science courses EAST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 28th
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Best aspect is the wonderful array of societies and extra curricular activities on campus, including my personal favourite Musicality! Worst part is probably the obscene charge for student card replacements, mine was stolen and I was still asked to pay £15!

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Zoology BSc (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Evolution, Ecology and Behaviour
  • Genes, Molecules and Cells
  • LIFE1034 - Core Skills in Biology, Genetics & Zoology
  • Life on Earth
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Microbiology BSc (Hons)
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  • Essential study skills
  • Foundation Science for Bioscientists
  • Introduction to Biotechnology
  • Introduction to Genetics and Biochemistry
  • Micro-organisms and Disease
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University of Greater Manchester

8 life-science courses NORTH WEST ENGLAND
WUSCA ranking: 25th
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Bolton university has amazing support for students, whether it be student services or the student unions. Our feedback feels heard and has affected how our course is taught to our benefit. There are a broad range of facilities at Bolton university, where we never find ourselves without the right equipment or space for us to be! Being located in the center of Bolton we almost never run out of places to explore or new experiences to enjoy. The look and feel of the university of Bolton is appealing and modern, but also feels scattered, as parts of the university are incredibly distant from one another. Overall, Bolton university is an amazing place to study where your feedback will be heard and you will never find yourself without the right facilities.

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Medical Biology BSc (Hons)
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  • Biological Basis of Disease and Therapeutics
  • Human Anatomy
  • Human Physiology
  • Introduction to Biochemistry
  • Investigating Science and Personal Development
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Medical Biology with foundation year BSc (Hons)
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  • Biological Basis of Disease and Therapeutics
  • Foundations of Anatomy and Physiology
  • Human Anatomy
  • Human Physiology
  • Introduction to Biochemistry
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University of Exeter

37 life-science courses SOUTH WEST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 19th
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WUSCA ranking: 58th
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The university of Exeter is a great place to study especially as a humanities student. I am currently in my first year of the history undergraduate degree and about to go into my second term. I thoroughly enjoyed my first term at Exeter university both socially and academically. It definitely can be challenging at times especially adjusting to the increased workload from A levels however I feel like I started to get the grasps of it at the end of my first term. Exeter is a lovely city to live in with many places to visit such as princess hay shopping centre and the historic Exeter cathedral.

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Biological and Medicinal Chemistry BSc (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Biochemistry
  • Biophysical Chemistry
  • Cells
  • Fundamental Principles for Bioscientists
  • Fundamentals of Inorganic Chemistry
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Biological Sciences BSc (Hons)
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  • Animals
  • Biochemistry
  • Cells
  • Ecology
  • Fundamental Principles for Bioscientists
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Keele University

17 life-science courses WEST MIDLANDS
Subject ranking: 47th
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WUSCA ranking: 93th
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Best experience has to be Keele hall it’s beautiful in all seasons to go to especially in summer there’s no other uni that can offer that For nursing the teaching facilities are great theirs no other facilities you would need to study The student union are always their with support so you will never feel on your own Worst probably the night life just wish their was less nights out but better produced maybe that would attract more people Also I have seen the graduations that take place in January and their not as well produced as the summer ones which is a shame makes us feel a little bit under appreciated

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Computer Science and Neuroscience BSc (Hons)
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Human Biology and Psychology BSc (Hons)
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University of St Andrews

27 life-science courses SCOTLAND
Subject ranking: 12th
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Student safety and community feel is very strong. Lots of history surrounding the university and the town is beautiful. To improve I would have better transport for student to move between town and the nearest cities (like Edinburgh), better nightlife for the students and more accomodation.

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Neuroscience BSc (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Biology 1
  • Biology 2
  • Fundamentals of Psychology 1
  • Fundamentals of Psychology 2
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Biology BSc (Hons)
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  • Biology 1
  • Biology 2
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University of York

22 life-science courses YORKSHIRE AND HUMBERSIDE
Subject ranking: 7th
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WUSCA ranking: 49th
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There are excellent lecturers and student support services (particularly academic skills). The campus has a good feel and has a lot of outdoor seating which will be nice when the weather is warm. Lecture rooms are good but the seats are very uncomfortable. There is little impact from the students' union, for example there was no 'refreshers fayre' for January intake students, which also impacts the student life score.

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Chemistry, Biological and Medicinal Chemistry BSc (Hons)
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Year 1
  • Core 1: Fundamentals of Chemistry
  • Core 2: Chemical Properties & Analysis
  • Core 3: Molecules & Reactions
  • Skills for Chemists
  • Year 1 Practical Chemistry
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  • Core 1: Fundamentals of Chemistry
  • Core 2: Chemical Properties & Analysis
  • Core 3: Molecules & Reactions
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Burnley College

2 life-science courses
star rating 4.3
3 reviews
NORTH WEST ENGLAND
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As I walked into the University on the very first day I felt so good about it giving a beautiful atmosphere and comfortable environment with all the facilities. And also we can make it a better place with more friendly and caring with more encouragement among the students and the staff.

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Medical Biology BSc
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Studying life science

The study of life science involves the study of living organisms and their processes, which plays a pivotal role in advancing medical treatments, preserving ecosystems, and addressing global challenges such as disease outbreaks and climate change. Life scientists seek to understand the complexities of life at cellular, molecular, and ecological levels, and students typically cover biology, genetics, ecology, physiology, and pharmacology topics while pursuing a degree. At postgraduate level, students can specialise in a particular area of interest, and have opportunities to participate in advanced research projects. Life science offers diverse career opportunities, from scientific research work to healthcare practise and consultancy, as well as jobs in analysis and policy making.

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