University of Northampton

Biological Sciences BSc (Hons)

University of NorthamptonWaterside Campus, Northampton

Course overview

Our Biological Sciences BSc degree enables you to study and investigate the diverse aspects of the biological, environmental and life sciences in order to develop a detailed knowledge and understanding of the interconnection between organisms and the environment. In the first year, you will study a broad programme of compulsory modules, giving you a firm knowledge base in subjects like Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Ecology, Evolution, Microbiology and Anatomy. In the second and third year, you have the opportunity to specialise in a variety of topics, choosing from a range of biology, biomedical, ecology and environmental science disciplines, which allows you to design your biological sciences degree to meet your future career.

The University of Northampton’s Biological Sciences course has been designed to contribute towards achieving the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals:

Key highlights

  • Broad first year covering biochemistry, cell biology, ecology and microbiology
  • Compulsory first-year modules in evolution and anatomy build a firm foundation
  • Specialise in years two and three across biology and biomedical topics
  • Optional modules in ecology and environmental science disciplines
  • Explores interconnections between organisms and the environment
  • Course designed around United Nations Sustainable Development Goals

Entry requirements

  • A-level: BBC — A typical offer for this biological sciences degree would be: BBC at A Level or, DMM at BTEC/Cambridge Technical or, Merit at T Level
  • BTEC: DMM — A typical offer for this biological sciences degree would be: BBC at A Level or, DMM at BTEC/Cambridge Technical or, Merit at T Level
  • T-level: Merit — A typical offer for this biological sciences degree would be: BBC at A Level or, DMM at BTEC/Cambridge Technical or, Merit at T Level

Scholarships

  • ICAEW Foundation Bursary

    Three annual payments of £4,000

    Up to £12,000

  • John Lowe Accounting and Finance Scholarship

    Scholarship is paid as £1,000 in the second and third years of study.

    Up to £2,000

  • Northampton Energy Elite Athlete Scholarship

    This scheme offers the student athlete a support network enabling them to balance the demands of performance sport with academic study.

  • Reid Science, Engineering, and Computing Bursary

    £500 per year of study

    Up to £1,500

  • TD Lewis Scholarship

    The T D Lewis Scholarship provides both undergraduate and postgraduate students with financial awards of up to £1,000.

    Up to £100

  • The Chancellor's Fund

    Up to £50

  • The University of Northampton International Scholarship

    The University of Northampton International Scholarship Scheme is a merit-based scholarship that provides up to a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees.

  • Wilson Endowment Scholarship

    Successful students will receive three annual payments of £500, one for each year of study.

    Up to £1,500

Careers this course leads to

  • Laboratory Technician
  • Research Assistant
  • Ecologist
  • Environmental Consultant
  • Microbiologist
  • Science Teacher (with PGCE)

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £18,000 per year

Admission

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