Biology
(MSci) Biology
Entry for 2025
FHEQ level
This course is set at Level 7 (Masters) in the national Framework for Higher Education Qualifications.
Course learning outcomes
Demonstrate a broad understanding of biological phenomena and their explanations from molecular processes to ecological systems.
Demonstrate understanding of how evolution underpins bioscience.
Demonstrate understanding and knowledge of cellular and organismal processes in one or more areas, for example genetics and developmental biology.
Demonstrate understanding and critical awareness of contemporary research and concepts in particular areas of the biosciences that are at the forefront of the field
Demonstrate an ability to access and synthesise bioscience information from a variety of sources, including experimental data and the primary literature, and to critically evaluate research, scholarship and methodologies in biology.
Be able to apply methods and skills learnt to plan, execute and present an independent piece of project work, demonstrating originality in the application of knowledge, practical understanding of research techniques, the ability to deal with complex issues, and autonomy in planning, implementation and problem solving
Demonstrate an ability to use practical biological techniques and competency in a set of skills used in contemporary research in Biology.
Demonstrate an understanding of ethical issues and the social impact of advances in life sciences.
Be able to communicate biological ideas, problems and solutions to specialist and non-specialist audiences in oral and written form, including citation and referencing of sources.
Work in teams to identify and work co-operatively towards targets.
Have developed the qualities and transferable skills necessary to study and work effectively, update knowledge of biology, exercise initiative and personal responsibility, decision-making, and work towards, personal, academic and career development goals.
Originality and self-direction in the application of biological knowledge and practical understanding of techniques of research to create and interpret knowledge, tackle and solve problems, and deal with complex issues both systematically and creatively.
Demonstrate oral and written communication skills needed to present biological information as a scientific paper and research seminar
Full-time course composition
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