Biological Sciences
University of Surrey
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Stag Hill

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SEP-26

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4 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Stag Hill

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SEP-26

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What you will study: In the first year of our Biological Sciences course, you’ll study topics that are fundamental to biosciences, ensuring you have a solid foundation upon which to build the rest of your degree. During your second year, you’ll have the option to specialise in either animal biology and ecology, cellular and molecular sciences, or infection and immunity. Alternatively, you can choose from a variety of broader modules including analytical biochemistry, cellular microbiology and ...Read more

What you will study: In the first year of our Biological Sciences course, you’ll study topics that are fundamental to biosciences, ensuring you have a solid foundation upon which to build the rest of your degree. During your second year, you’ll have the option to specialise in either animal biology and ecology, cellular and molecular sciences, or infection and immunity. Alternatively, you can choose from a variety of broader modules including analytical biochemistry, cellular microbiology and neuroscience. In your third year, you’ll further your knowledge of your chosen specialism or broader study by exploring topics such as advanced pharmacology, genetics, and the impact of humans on the environment. You’ll also complete a research project, bringing together all the practical, analytical and presentation skills you’ve developed. Professional recognitionBSc (Hons) - Royal Society of Biology Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). FieldworkYou’ll conduct fieldwork both on campus and further afield, with the opportunity to practise your scientific skills in a non-controlled environment. Your off-site visits may include the Tilgate Nature Centre, the Grant Museum of Zoology, Merristwood College, the Hawk Conservancy Trust and Surrey Wildlife Trust. Foundation yearIf you don’t meet our entry requirements, you might still be able to apply for this degree with a Biosciences Foundation Year. This is an extra year of study to develop your skills and make it easier for you to get started at university. On successful completion of your foundation year, you’ll be ready to progress to the first year of your degree. To see what modules you’ll be studying, refer to the foundation tab in the 'Course structure' section.

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19th
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18 Feb 26

Great campus with a lot of green open space and a picturesque lake. There's also a variety of food and drink venues on campus including a food court, Asian restaurant and a..Read more

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16 Feb 26

i believe that the student shared bathroom accommodations at university of surrey could be improved for more sustainable living snd hygiene, i also believe that every student..Read more

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University of Surrey
University of Surrey , Guildford

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Stag Hill, University of Surrey Guildford Surrey GU2 7XH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Guildford  0.3 miles away

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