Biology - BSc (Hons)

University of Nottingham

Are you fascinated by the complexities of life, from the smallest microbes to entire ecosystems?Our Royal Society of Biology-accredited course offers an interdisciplinary approach to studying the science of life, equipping you with the knowledge and skills to tackle global challenges. Whether you're interested in genetics, animal behaviour, evolution, conservation, or biotechnology, this degree provides the flexibility to explore areas that align with your passions and career goals.From your very first semester, you'll gain hands-on experience in state-of-the-art laboratories and fieldwork, developing essential scientific and analytical skills. With the option to specialise in later years, you'll graduate with expertise in your chosen areas and a strong foundation in evidence-based research. **Practical work**\You will gain experience in a range of laboratory and field work techniques from your first semester. You will develop key skills in purpose-built teaching laboratories, with practical activities such as:* neuroscience: how neurotransmitters interact with muscle cells* immunology: immune cells and phagocytosis* development: gene expression and mutation* optional field trips to local nature reserves and international field centresIn year three, you will do a year-long research project supervised by an expert in a field that speaks to your interests, helping you develop advanced research and transferable skills for your future career.**BSc or MSci?**\MSci degrees are undergraduate-level courses which last for four years and have an integrated master's qualification. They are the equivalent to a BSc plus a master's level qualification. These courses can provide additional research experience to enhance your future career prospects.**Why choose this course?*** Gain laboratory experience from term one - you’ll have access to advanced research labs and opportunities to work with imaging (SLIM, MRI, 3D), genomics, deep-seq, nanopore, flow cytometry and single-cell RNA sequencing.* In your final year, you can undertake a capstone project, applying your expertise to real-world challenges in a collaborative working group.* Experience a research-led curriculum - be trained by and train with tutors who are active in real-world research, giving you the skills necessary for your future career.courses in the UK and overseas* We’re a top 20 UK and top 100 world university (QS World University Rankings 2026).* The average starting salary for life sciences undergraduates within 15 months of graduation was £27,563 (HESA Graduate Outcomes 2022/23).

School of Biology