Department of Biosciences | BSc Biological Sciences

BSc Biological Sciences at Durham University

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Satisfy your curiosity about biology with a flexible degree in Biological Sciences that will enhance your understanding of the world around you, from the detailed Structures of Biomolecules to Evolution at the level of Global Populations.

With science and its challenges making today’s global headlines, studying this research-led modular degree will help you develop the skills you’ll need to pursue a career in the science sector and beyond. The course offers flexibility so that you can follow specialised routes within Biological Sciences by offering module combinations to address your specific areas of interest.

The curriculum links academic theory with practical experience, with themed routes covering Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, Biomedical Science, Cell Biology, Plant Science, Genetics, and Ecology & Environmental Science.

The first year covers fundamental aspects of Biology including Evolution, Biochemistry, Molecular & Cell Biology, Genetics, Physiology, an overview of the Diversity of Organisms and the basics of scientific research.

Year 2 concentrates on providing the skills required for research-led learning.

The final year of the degree places the strongest emphasis on research, with taught content directly linked to research being carried out in the Department. Three core modules, a workshop/field course, a literature review and a research module, are combined with three modules linked to your interests and career aspirations.

As well as the three-year course, you can consider a work placement or a year abroad.

Students receive an outstanding education in Biosciences, also gaining valuable transferable skills to prepare them for future challenges, enhancing personal development and improving their employment prospects. These skills can be applied to roles across a range of sectors preparing students to be active thinkers and future leaders.

Graduates have gone on to roles in teaching, the health sector, industrial R&D and biotechnology, management, accountancy, conservation, ecological and environmental services, broadcast and print science journalism, environmental and biological patent law, the pharmaceutical industry, the civil service and the armed services. Graduates have also entered the NHS scientist training program. A large number also progress to postgraduate study at universities across the UK and overseas.

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