Year one
We focus on fundamental topics such as cell biology genetics anatomy and physiology evolution classification food production and ecosystems Associated practical classes give you hands-on experience of these concepts and optional modules allow you to explore themes – such as biodiversity microbiology human biology food production nutrition biochemistry and science communication – in more detail

Year two
We'll cover a range of concepts including biological systems and the importance of biology in real life You'll explore themes such as ecology environmental management microbiology human pathophysiology biodiversity and food analysis allowing you to develop your interests at a higher level You can also select optional topics in business education science journalism and psychology

An optional Professional Placement Year between your second and final gives you the opportunity to put your knowledge and skills into practice and gain relevant and valuable experience in the workplace

Year three
Single honours and major students will undertake a dissertation in the final This substantial research project enables you to experience being responsible for planning implementing and reporting on a biology topic

In addition you may study topics in medical biology environmental practice exercise science animal behaviour food safety epidemiology marine biology plant biology and wildlife documentary Themes in business education psychology and science publishing are also available

You will need to book the accommodation after you have been accepted.

You can choose to live on campus or off campus in private accommodation.

• Make a booking online after you have been accepted (in this case please let us know your choice when you apply).
• Register when you arrive - its not possible to reserve a room before arriving. You can arrive a few days before and book it