University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), BSc (Hons), Biological Sciences

The aim of the course is to allow students to gain a wide range of skills, knowledge and understanding of biological sciences and achieve depth in specific areas; the element of choice throughout the course should help prepare students for future employment in a broad range of careers within biological sciences and beyond; the course uses active learning methods to help students to develop their knowledge in biological science as well as skills in problem solving, communication and working independently or in teams;in summary, the course aims: to develop a knowledge and understanding of biological science, based on a scientific foundation, with the ability to apply knowledge and analyse and evaluate information; to instil an appreciation of the study of biological science and its importance and application in different contexts; to involve the student in a stimulating learning environment in which you are encouraged to achieve personal growth in terms of a wide range of skills including communication, numeracy, information technology, independence, interpersonal and group-working skills; to develop competence in the definition, implementation and monitoring of plans for self-development; to prepare students for a career in biological science or in positions requiring knowledge of biological science.