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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Lanarkshire Campus
Full Time
SEP-24
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Lanarkshire Campus
Full time
SEP-24
4 Years
Select a an exam type
UWS’s professionally recognised BSc (Hons) Applied Bioscience & Zoology prepares you for a career in zoological sciences. It provides a general grounding in biological and enviromental science before progressing to study more specialised and advanced bioscience topics.This degree will furnish you with the practical and transferable skills for a rewarding career in life sciences within Scotland, the UK or overseas. We are confident that our Applied Bioscience graduates have the necessary skills to contribute immediately, effectively and productively in the workplace upon graduation.
PRACTICAL FOCUSModern analytical techniques, practice-based and research skills are key strengths of the degree. Work-related learning (WRL) combined with access to UWS’s state of the art laboratories will prepare you for a wide range of career options. In Year 3 you have to option to undertake a WRL module in Term 2 to enhance your practical skills and experience. In addition, you will also undertake a one-week residential marine biology field trip.In addition though, there is also the option to undertake a 12-month industrial placement after Year 3 and before Year 4 of your studies. Our experience indicates that without some form of vocational experience, you may it more difficult to enter the job market. The purpose of the sandwich placement is to allow you to experience the world of work on an extended basis. The sandwich placement is designed for students to gain and reflect on work experience attained during their time in the workplace. The experience may also contribute towards meeting the membership requirements of a Professional body. Students undertaking a sandwich placement are required to undertake PDP and maintain a portfolio from which they will be required to produce a comprehensive learning log report charting their development during placement. Recent student placements include Blair Drummond Safari Park, Amazonia and with the Scottish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Scottish SPCA) and the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB).
PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITIONThis degree has been accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB). Accredited degrees contain a solid academic foundation in biological knowledge and key skills, and prepare graduates to address the needs of employers. This course meets, in part, the academic and experience requirement for the Membership of the RSB and Chartered Biologist (CBiol) status.
CAREER PROSPECTSJobsThis degree will prepare you for a successful career in zoological or biological sciences. Employment is diverse and could include careers and industries such as:// Countryside ranger // Pest control professional // Zoo keeper // Environmental impact assessor // Researcher // Teacher // Fish farming industry
Further StudyUWS Applied Bioscience & Zoology graduates often continue their studies on taught master's (MSc) or research options (MRes, MPhil, PhD) in Biomedical and Environmental Sciences or Biotechnology subject areas. The BSc (Hons) Applied Bioscience is also acceptable to all Schools of Education as an entry qualification to the Postgraduate/Professional Diploma in Education for Biology and General Science teaching.
Exam type
A levelA level:
BCC Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
ABBB Grades / Points required
Scottish Advanced Higher:
BBC Grades / Points required
UCAS Tariff:
114 Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
24 Grades / Points required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
H1,H2,H2,H2 Grades / Points required
Scottish HNC:
Pass Grades / Points required
Scottish HND:
Pass Grades / Points required
T Level:
M Grades / Points required
Including Biology or Human Biology.Year 2 entry with A Levels in BBC including Biology.
Including Biology or Human Biology
Advanced Highers in Biology plus Chemistry at least at National 5 Grade C
Including Biology or Human Biology
including 3 subjects at H4, one of which should be Biology or Human BiologyYear 2 entry with 30 points, including Biology/Human Biology and Chemistry at Higher Level
Including Biology or Human Biology
Year 2: Applied Science; Bioscience; Animal Care
Year 3: Biotechnology; Biomedical Science: Environmental Science: Industrial Biotechnology; Applied Biological Science; Applied Bioscience; Animal Care; Animal Science.
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£1,820 per year
Students from Scotland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.
£15,250 per year
Students from EU
This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£15,250 per year
Students from International
This is the fee you pay if you are an International student. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
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