Biological sciences is the study of living things and how they interact with the environment.
Our biological science degree courses explore everything from molecular biology and genetics to ecosystems and biodiversity, and show how biology helps solve today’s global challenges – from disease to sustainability.
Choosing a biological science degree in Clearing could open career routes in research, conservation, biotechnology or healthcare, where you’ll contribute to discoveries that deepen our understanding of life and improve the world around us.
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Biological science courses include lab-based study and may ask for a science background, so it’s useful to check the entry requirements before you apply.
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With this course it's important you check the course details carefully, especially if your qualifications do not include biology. You can also speak to the Clearing team. We offer an integrated foundation year option which includes foundation biology if you don’t have biology as one of your science subjects.
If you're successful in getting onto a biological science course via Clearing you'll go onto cover areas such as genetics, microbiology, ecology, physiology, biochemistry and environmental biology, depending on the course route. Check the course details to see which topics and options are available.
Yes. Biological science can lead into a wide range of interests, from understanding living systems and biodiversity to laboratory research, human biology, conservation and applied science. At ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø, you can explore different areas of biology through your course options.
Biological science courses usually include practical learning, such as laboratory work, research skills or applied scientific methods. The exact balance of practical work depends on the course, so check the course details before applying.
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