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Course info
UCAS CODE C102
Integrative biology brings together all the tools of modern biology to unravel the complexity of living systems. BSc Biological Sciences at Essex will give you the expertise to comprehend the vast and diverse world of living organisms, from the latest sequencing technologies to profile biodiversity and computational tools to understand biological systems, to genome-editing techniques used in human health and biotechnology.You will have flexibility to tailor your degree to your interests. First
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Integrative biology brings together all the tools of modern biology to unravel the complexity of living systems. BSc Biological Sciences at Essex will give you the expertise to comprehend the vast and diverse world of living organisms, from the latest sequencing technologies to profile biodiversity and computational tools to understand biological systems, to genome-editing techniques used in human health and biotechnology.You will have flexibility to tailor your degree to your interests. First year offers a modern overview on diversity of animals, plants, and microorganisms, as well as cell and molecular biology, genetics and evolution. Later you can choose one of our 5 pathways. Our Integrative Biology pathway allows you to choose from a broad selection of modules across different disciplines. Alternatively you can specialise in an area you enjoy most, choosing from Human Biology, Molecular and Cell Biology, Biotechnology, or Ecology and Conservation Biology.Research-based teaching is a cornerstone of the degree, and lectures and laboratory practicals are designed and delivered by leading scientists performing research in the areas of Genomics and Computational Biology, Protein Structure and Mechanisms of Disease, Ecology and Environmental Microbiology, and Plant Productivity. Molecular biology modules will give you access to state-of-the-art equipment and techniques. Ecology and environmental modules develop field skills. You will have the option to spend the third year abroad (e.g. USA, Canada, New Zealand, etc.), or on a placement in an external organisation (e.g. GlaxoSmithKline, AstraZeneca). A major part of the final year is a scientific research project offered to all the students of the degree, giving you the chance to apply all the acquired knowledge and skills to a real scientific project of your own.
Grades / Points required
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Grades / Points required
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Grades / Points required
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Details
Including Biology.
We will consider science based Access to Higher Education Diplomas. Advice can be provided on an individual basis.
or three Higher Level certificates with 544. Either must include Higher Level Biology with a minimum of grade 4, plus Standard Level Maths or Maths Studies grade 4, if not taken at Higher Level.Maths in the IB is not required if you have already achieved GCSE Maths at grade C/4 or above or 4 in IB Middle Years Maths.We are happy to consider a combination of separate IB Diploma Programmes at both Higher and Standard Level. Exact offer levels will vary depending on the range of subjects being taken at higher and standard level, and the course applied for. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for more information.
Entry requirements for students studying BTEC qualifications are dependent on subjects studied. Advice can be provided on an individual basis. The standard required is generally at Distinction level.
Previous study
Previous study
The most common A-levels taken by students who end up studying this subject at uni.
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£9,250
per year
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This is the fee you pay if you live within England.
Please note,this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250
per year
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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland.
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£9,250
per year
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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales.
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£9,250
per year
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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland.
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£9,250
per year
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This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands.
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£19,080
per year
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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union.
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£19,080
per year
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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
