Programme And Module Handbook
 
Programme Specification


Date Specification Approved 14/11/2022
College College Life and Env Sci
School School of Bioscience
Department School of Biosciences
Partner College and School
Collaborative Organisation and Form of Collaboration
Qualification and Programme Title B.Sc. Biological Sciences Full-time
Programme Code 0120
Delivery Location Campus
Language of Study English
Length of Programme 3 Year(s)
Accreditations Royal Society of Biology (RSB)
Aims of the Programme To provide access to BSc Honours level education in Biology for higher quality students of which the majority are traditionally post A-level;
To develop a broad appreciation in UG students of the scope of modern biology, encompassing levels of biological organisation from molecules to ecosystems, and major groups of organisms;
To maximise flexibility and opportunities for choice of modules and degree programmes so that UG students develop from an initial understanding of a broad core of biological sciences and maintain that breadth of study throughout the programme or move towards increasing specialisation;
To provide students with the possibility of experiencing current research, its methodology and significance;
To encourage students to progress from dependent to independent learners and critical thinkers;
To stimulate students to acquire a long-term interest in, and enthusiasm for, biology and scientific scholarship;
To enable students to move into a range of biological careers, either immediately after graduation or following further specialist training;
To encourage the development of transferable skills (e.g. intellectual, numerical, analytical, communication) enabling students to move into diverse contemporary occupations;
To provide pastoral support and guidance to enable students to maximise their achievements within their degree programme.
Programme Outcomes
Students are expected to have Knowledge and Understanding of: Which will be gained through the following Teaching and Learning methods: and assessed using the following methods:
Many aspects of modern biology from molecules to ecosystems
One or more specialised areas of biology
The methods of biological research, and how to carry out specified experimental procedures, and how to assess critically the nature of numerical data and their correct interpretation
Lectures, tutorials, seminars, laboratory practicals, IT-based learning exercises; extended dissertation in final year.
Online, open-book exams at the ends of Years 1, 2 and 3. Laboratory reports and in-class tests, various forms of coursework including (but not limited to) presentations, written reports and posters. Assessed project report and/or evidence based critical review in Year 3.
Students are expected to have attained the following Skills and other Attributes: Which will be gained through the following Teaching and Learning methods: and assessed using the following methods:
Enhanced critical and judgemental abilities to meet the demands of life in a technological society
The capacity to further their education and training through independent study
Transferable communication skills such as written, oral communication and IT skills needed for further study, research or employment
Dedicated skills modules in Years 1 and 2 include interactive sessions and learning materials on report writing and oral presentation; assessed team-based practical work; personal and group tutorials; IT-based learning resources.
Assessed essays, oral presentations and practical reports; exam in IT skills; assessed exercises on experimental design; information retrieval and interpretation; assessed dissertation and project reports during Year 3.