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QUB course information:

Biological Sciences (FD) C101 | Courses | Queen's University Belfast ()

This two-year, full-time course will provide you with a sound knowledge and understanding of the biological sciences. Development of your practical skills will be a priority and you will gain experience of techniques such as gel electrophoresis, tissue culture, HPLC, GC-MS and spectroscopy. You will be assessed through practical laboratory work, coursework and written examinations. Your learning will be supported by tutorial-style teaching and will require a commitment to independent study. A minimum attendance of 80 % is expected on all aspects of the course. In addition to the higher education tuition fee, an additional fee of 拢50 is required to defray expenses associated with residential field trips.

Key areas of study:

Fundamentals of Science
Chemistry of Organic Molecules
Analytical Chemistry & Toxicology
Mathematics for Chemists

Students who successfully complete the Foundation Degree with an overall weighted mark of 55% and in addition, at least 55% in each module assessed in final year will be eligible to progress to degree programmes in the School of Biological Science at Queen鈥檚 University Belfast. The Foundation Degree allows graduates to apply to become Associates of the Royal Society of Biology and/or Registered Science Technicians. With further experience, graduates can apply for Registered Scientist or Chartered Biologist status.

Please note this course includes a mandatory work placement which takes place during June-August.