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Biological Sciences with Professional Studies BSc (Hons)

Queen's University Belfast

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Queen's University Belfast

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Queen's Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-SEP-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Biological Sciences encompasses many aspects of the biosciences, from molecular biology through to whole organisms and ecosystems, and includes exploration of:

鈥� Biological diversity, systematics and conservation

鈥� Cell and tissue structure, function and physiology

鈥� Ecology and behaviour

鈥� Form and function of microorganisms, protists, fungi, plants and animals

鈥� Genetics and mechanisms and pathways of evolution

Programmes with Professional studies undertake a 46 week work placement between stage 2 and 3

Students will gain core technical skills, subject specific practical laboratory- / field-based skills, and employer-directed skills to help them investigate and manipulate biological material including relevant physical, chemical and biological measurements and their application in a laboratory, field, and research project setting. During the final year project students will have access to cutting-edge research facilities across the molecular and ecological disciplines. Additional skills achieved include: Collation, quantitative analysis and interpretation of experimental data, including problem-solving; communication and application of knowledge; the use of computers for data management and presentations, and the development of intellectual, personal and team skills for employment and further study.

Career Prospects

Introduction
A degree in biosciences opens the door to a wide range of careers. Our graduates are employed in organisations working within research and development, environmental monitoring and management, water quality management, animal welfare, academic research, the agri-food industries, biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, teaching and education, and science communication. 鈥ㄢ�‥mployment in these areas is critical to address global problems such as climate change, food supply and security, biodiversity loss, antibiotic resistance, and global health issues.

Degree plus award for extra-curricular skills

In addition to your degree programme, at Queen's you can have the opportunity to gain wider life, academic and employability skills. For example, placements, voluntary work, clubs, societies, sports and lots more. So not only do you graduate with a degree recognised from a world leading university, you'll have practical national and international experience plus a wider exposure to life overall. We call this Degree Plus. It's what makes studying at Queen's University Belfast special.

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

拢 23,100per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Queen's University Belfast

Queen's University Belfast

Queen's University Belfast

  • University League Table

    25th

  • Campus address

    Queen's University Belfast, University Road, Belfast, Northern Ireland, BT7 1NN, Northern Ireland

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Queen's is a member of the UK's Russell Group of research-intensive institutions.
Its historic campus with cutting-edge facilities is set in the heart of the affordable city of Belfast.
Queen's commits to preparing students for the future. It provides international students with dedicated careers support to help them fulfil their potential.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    17th out of 94 5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    150 66%

    29th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    88.0 88%

    10th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.02 76%

    64th

    26

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