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BSc (Hons) Bioscience

University of the Highlands & Islands, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This BSc (Hons) Bioscience offers skills and practical experience in subjects including biology, biochemistry, genomics, laboratory practice, and instrumentation, and focuses on recent advances in various scientific fields. 

You will learn various laboratory techniques used in disciplines such as microbiology, biochemistry, chemistry for biology, molecular biology, and genomics. Upon completing the degree, you will have acquired the experience and skills required for employment in industries such as biotechnology, the food and drink sector, microbiology, environmental analysis, and scientific research.

General Eligibility

  • 3 Scottish Highers at grade BCC or above, must include 2 science subjects (Higher Maths being desirable) OR

  • 2 A levels at grade C or above, including one science subject

  • You must have a minimum National 5, Standard Grade Credit, Intermediate 2 or equivalent in Chemistry and Maths

  • This is a Category 2 PVG course: PVG Scheme membership is required for specific optional modules/unit(s), where there is guaranteed contact with vulnerable groups in optional module/unit(s), but an alternative pathway exists to achieve target qualification.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours work permit for international students

What You'll Study

1 Year 1 - CertHE

Core modules are:

  • Principles of Biology

  • Fundamental chemistry 

  • Science laboratory skills

  • Collecting and analyzing data

  • Scientific techniques

Options include: 

  • Ecological principles: Biodiversity and identification skills, anatomy and physiology

2 Year 2 - DipHE

Core modules are:

  • Biochemistry and molecular biology

  • Chemistry for bioscience

  • Principles of instrumentation

  • Microbiology

  • Advanced science lab skills

  • Advanced science techniques

3 Year 3 - BSc

Core modules are:

  • Applications in bioscience

  • Developmental biology

  • Research skills and project

  • Introduction to data science and modeling

Options include:

  • Work placement

  • Environmental monitoring

  • Microbial ecology

  • Climate change

4 Year 4 - BSc (Hons)

Core modules are:

  • Recent advances in bioscience 1 

  • Recent advances in bioscience 2

  • Omic technologies for biosciences

Option module:

  • Engaging with external agencies (includes work placement)

  • Sustainable energy  and waste minimization

You must also complete a dissertation which is delivered over the whole final year.

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.0
  • TOEFL80
  • PTE58
  • Applicants must have an IELTS score- 6.0 or equivalent

  • English (PTE) Academic-58 average with 51 in each component

  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) iBT4-Min 80 or above with min 18 in each section

Additional Information

Special features *High importance is given to practical skills and data handling *You will gain valuable experience in laboratory practice in chemistry, biology, and instrumentation used in the industry *BSc (Hons) Bioscience prepares you for employment in a wide range of scientific disciplines

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