A-levels: AAB - ABB, including at least two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. We may consider two AS-levels in place of one A-level. General Studies not accepted
EPQ with A-levels: ABB-BBB + EPQ grade B. A-level subjects to include two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. General Studies not accepted.
GCSE: At least Grade C/4 in both English and Maths (if not held at A2/AS-level)
Access to HE Diploma: Pass Science diploma with 45 credits at level three, 30 of which must be at distinction
International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 30 points to include grade 6 and 5 in at least two relevant HL science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. Minimum of 3 in HL Maths or 4 in SL Maths, or 5 in Maths Studies required if grade C/4 not held at GCSE. Minimum of 4 in English Language required if grade C/4 not held at GCSE
BTEC Nationals: Pass Applied Science Diploma with D*DD plus five GCSEs at B/5 or above including two relevant sciences
IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Microorganisms (viruses, bacteria, fungi and protozoa) play a crucial role in many of the Earth's physical and biological processes; they help to purify our waste water and clean up pollution. Mankind has used them for thousands of years in the production of foods and drinks but some types can cause new and devastating diseases. Microorganisms are the oldest inhabitants of the Earth, yet we have only discovered a small fraction of all the microbes that exist. Now microbiology is at the forefront of a technical revolution: incredibly sensitive molecular tools, coupled with sophisticated computer informatics, provide powerful new approaches to unlocking the secrets of life. On this course you will gain a broad appreciation of the biology of organisms of microscopic size, the role of microbes in health and disease, and of the mammalian immune response to infection.
UCAS code: C500
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Year 1
Modules
The Molecules of Life: An Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (double module)
The Cell: An Introduction to Cell Biology and Microbiology (double module)
From Individuals to Populations: An Introduction to Genetics
Multicellular Organisation: An Introduction to Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience (double module)
Biodiversity and Behaviour: An Introduction to Zoology
Year 2
Core modules
Principles of Microbiology
Research Topic
Immunology and Eukaryotic Microbiology OR Immunology and Eukaryotic Microbiology (with science enterprise trip)
Option modules
Choose one option module from:
Genomes
Physiology and Pharmacology
Physiology of Excitable Cells
Molecular Cell Biology
Global Change Biology and Conservation
Medical Microbiology
Then choose three option modules from:
Contemporary Techniques in Biological Data Analysis
Exercise Physiology and Pharmacology
Genes, Development and Inheritance
Bioinformatics
Behavioural Neurobiology
Neurobiology and Animal Behaviour
A Field Guide to Evolution
Biochemistry of Nucleic Acids
Protein Control in Cellular Regulation
Year in Industry or Abroad (optional)
If you want to, you can spend your third year studying abroad at one of our partner institutions or working in an industrial placement (eligibility is dependent on your academic performance in Years 1 and 2). Alternatively, you can opt to continue studying at the University and complete your degree in three years.
Final Year
Core module
Microbial Biotechnology
Option modules
Overall, you must choose at least two modules from those marked *.
Choose two option modules from:
Molecular and Cellular Immunology*
Evolutionary Genetics
Gene Expression: Molecular Basis and Medical Relevance
Human Genetics
Molecular and Cellular Pharmacology
Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience
Comparative Neurobiology
Subtropical Physiology and Ecology
Then choose one pair of option modules from:
Experimental Research Project A plus Experimental Research Project B (double module)
Education Research Project A plus Education Research Project B (double module)
Field Research Project A (Operation Wallacea) plus Experimental Research Project B (double module)
Analytical Research Project (double module) plus one additional option module from the list below
Steered Research Project (double module) plus one additional option module from the list below
Finally, choose two option modules from:
Microbial Pathogenesis and Genomics*
Human and Environmental Microbiomics*
Cancer Cell and Molecular Biology
Neuroscience Futures
Genes and Development
Physiology, Pharmacology and Behaviour
Cellular Physiology of the Cardiovascular System
Conservation and Ecological Genetics
Behavioural Ecology
Our 'Careers After Biological Sciences' series of lectures features Leicester graduates giving insights into their career experiences and good advice for finding jobs.
In the summer vacation between Years 2 and 3, a range of internal research placements are available in research labs, giving you the chance to develop your scientific skills.
We run bespoke bioscience careers events in the summer term each year, based on what our students tell us about their career intentions.
As a student in the School of Biological Sciences, you are welcome to attend seminars in any department, presented by national and international experts in the biosciences. This allows you to enhance your knowledge and get useful insights into current topics.
OSHC - $12276 GBP / per year
