Biological/Biomedical Sciences & Psychology
Overview
Looking for a scientific career that could help revolutionise medicine and change lives?
Get ready to explore a wide range of specialisms, from animal behaviour and human biosciences to psychology once you’ve successfully completed our Biomedical Foundation programme.
The University of Plymouth champions experiential learning in the laboratory and in the field, with progression degrees including an optional placement year to help you gain valuable real-world experience.
Duration
- Two semesters
Intakes
- September
- January
Fees
- £15,950
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Degrees Available
- BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences
- BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science
- BSc (Hons) Ecology and Conservation
- BSc (Hons) Human Biosciences
- BSc (Hons) Nutrition, Exercise and Health
- BSc (Hons) Psychology
- BSc (Hons) Psychology and Criminology
- BSc (Hons) Psychology with Human Biology
- BSc (Hons) Psychology with Sociology
- BSc (Hons) Zoology
Programme Details
Location: UPIC at the University of Plymouth
Intake: September and January
Semester 1
- ILS1AND3 – Interactive Learning Skills and Communication
- BUS107 – Principles of ICT
- SCI101SC – Numerical Techniques 1
- SCI115 – Physics
Semester 2
- SCI102 – Numerical Techniques 2
- SCI130 – Research and Referencing
- SCI120 – Biology: You will learn about key biological theories, such as Darwin’s theory of evolution, and cover topics including genetics, DNA, the immune system and photosynthesis.
- SCI125 – Chemistry
Careers
- Crime scene investigator
- Genetic counsellor
- Neuroscientist
- Teaching laboratory technician
Why we chose UPIC
Hear from our students about what helped them choose Plymouth, and what is so special about their experiences as a student at UPIC.