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Applied Biology BSc(Hons)

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    Overview

    Applied Biology combines core topics in Biological Sciences with many hands-on opportunities to learn how biological knowledge, underpinning principles, a range of modern experimental approaches, AI, and ethical values are used to solve real world problems or develop policies to support our sustainable future.

    Experts and practitioners will share their experience in areas relevant to biomedicine and climate change – new antibiotic discovery, personalised medicine and cell therapies provide examples of the former; remote sensing linked to functional ecosystems, biodiversity preservation, and bioremediation of polluted environments offer examples of where you’ll consider applied solutions taken to counter the effects of anthropogenic changes. In addition, you’ll have opportunity to think about life science entrepreneurship and delve into exciting emerging concepts such as de-extinction science.

    Why study Applied Biology BSc(Hons)

    An Honours degree in Applied Biology prepares you for a host of exciting career options or further study in or beyond the biosciences. Currently seeking accreditation by the Royal Society of Biology, our course combines core topics with a host of active learning opportunities for practical laboratory training, problem-solving, and discussion of contemporary applied topics with experts in their field.

    Real-world issues are prominent throughout this course. This is important for building your experience and developing your CV because in a world where the effects of climate change biology are increasingly all around us, Biology is about far more than simply the study of living things. It is about contributing to healthy societies and a sustainable, biodiverse future for our planet. Through lectures, seminars, laboratory training with state-of-the-art equipment in our specialist laboratories, and completion of the University’s Global Professional Award you’ll become accustomed to what it is to be a modern biologist ready to give back or study further.

    Following your first two years on the course, you’ll have the opportunity to put your knowledge and skills to the test in an optional supervised work placement year. During this placement year, you’ll experience working in a real-world environment within the industry or research, in the UK or internationally. You’ll also explore employment opportunities within organisations related to your applied biology studies. On top of that, you’ll network with potential employers and construct work experience profiles to prepare for your future career.

    Our course will prepare you not just with the scientific experience for variety of potentially exciting careers or future study but also with the softer transferrable skills sought in graduates by employers from within and beyond the biology or life sciences employment markets.

    Entry requirements

    112-104 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including a grade C in Biology at A level, plus grade C in one of the following accepted science subjects at A level: Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Psychology or Geography.

    DMM in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science. Alternatively, a BTEC Health and Social Care is acceptable but must be accompanied by another Science A-Level at grade C or above.

    • Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above to include modules in relevant Science subjects.
    • 112-104 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications which should include modules in relevant Science subjects.

    Successful completion of the University of Huddersfield Science Extended degree course.

    If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with a minimum score of 6.0 in writing and no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent. Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our International Entry Requirements page.

    Course Detail

    Core modules:

    Biochemistry 1

    ​Biochemistry 1 gives a basic account of the structure and function of biological macromolecules, particularly proteins and is illustrated by reference to such molecules as haemoglobin. A firm grounding in enzyme action is provided and this is supported by a number of practical classes. The relationship between genes and proteins and the Central Dogma of Molecular Biology are emphasised. A foundation in the study of metabolism is provided, directing you towards an understanding of the underlying principles rather than rote learning of metabolic pathways. The subject provides the basis for further studies in subjects such as Cell Structure and Pharmacology. The subject is delivered by formal lectures and in laboratory classes. However your learning is supported by tutorial classes, the provision of web-based material and, where necessary, a limited amount of individual tuition.

    Molecular and Cellular Biology

    The module considers genetic analyses in a number of systems. Mendelian genetics is considered together with linkage and pedigree analysis and their uses in identifying genes. The genetic systems of microbes are introduced with examples of the strategies employed to make use of these systems. Allele inheritance is considered at the population level, along with the concept of evolution. The Tree of Life is also discussed. Finally, the module contains an introduction to basic cytology, the cellular basis of life is considered and a comparison between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells performed. The concept of 'compartmentalisation' is dealt with, where organelles are dealt with individually. Cell culture techniques are introduced and the problems associated with packaging DNA in a eukaryotic chromosome discussed.

    Introduction to Analytical Science and Spectroscopy

    This module aims to introduce students from diverse backgrounds to the range of skills required in modern analytical science and illustrate how analytical methodology underpins scientific investigation across the conventional discipline boundaries. The module will build on and develop your prior knowledge of analysis whilst not assuming any particular area of expertise and will also endeavour to improve your numerical, IT and communication skills by illustrating analytical methodology in the context of these key skill areas. This module also aims to develop your ability to obtain and interpret a wide range of spectroscopic data in a systematic and logical fashion. In this way you'll be taught to apply your knowledge to a wide range of new problems and in so doing develop your general problem solving skills. The module will be taught primarily by lectures and tutorials with illustrative practical work to highlight salient points from the lecture material.

    The World of Microbes

    This module aims to introduce you to the full range of microbial life and the techniques used to study microorganisms and begins by introducing the diversity and countless activities of microbes. Subsequently, the structural and functional components of the cell and the similarities and differences of prokaryotes and eukaryotes are highlighted. Control of microbial growth, nutritional categories of microbes and environmental factors influencing the growth and viability of microbes are also investigated. The module then examines the biology of eukaryotes (fungi, algae and protozoa) by exploring classification, growth, asexual and sexual reproduction and nutritional adaptations. Finally, the classification of microorganisms using the Whittaker five kingdom system and the Woese three domain system is reviewed, as well as criteria for the identification of microbes. The associated practical classes are designed to develop your laboratory skills and familiarity with the basic microbiological methods.

    Research Skills

    Research in science ranges from finding out what is already known to carrying out investigations to add to our store of knowledge. This module provides the requisite background skills for successful completion of an Honours Degree in Biology. Basic generic skills involving literacy, numeracy and use of IT are applied to summarising, understanding, interpreting and presenting data generated by laboratory investigations. Throughout the module the emphasis is on learning the skills that will be used in various parts of the degree course. Acquisition of learning skills takes precedence over memorising facts. Learning about current topics in science involves finding peer-reviewed scientific literature (using library facilities and database searches), and summarising it with source attribution as a report using correct scientific style. Basic statistics is taught using spreadsheet and statistics programs. You'll also have the opportunity to build up a portfolio of evidence relating to your skills for Personal Development Planning.

    Physiology 1: Structure and Function

    This module covers all the major organs of the body together with models of normal and abnormal bodily function. Emphasis will be directed to the concept of homeostasis and the integration of dynamic processes involved in the maintenance of health.

    Core modules:

    Research Skills 2

    This module further develops general research skills including writing, presentations, using statistical analysis and elements relevant to your final year research projects. Teamwork skills are promoted in a group data analysis project, including statistical analysis of the data and group presentation in one term. In the other term, you'll have an opportunity to research a biological topic in depth and, building on the skills learned in year one, to write an essay on the topic. Personal tutorial meetings promote employability skills including further development of the CV and personal development planning as well as a continuation of enterprise and employability skills through the tutorial programme. Research ethics and health and safety aspects are also considered in preparation for your final year capstone project.

    Molecular Biology

    This module seeks to give you an understanding of the essential processes involved in information storage and use in living cells together with the modern methods of molecular biology used to analyse genes and their expression. The essential properties of DNA and RNA together with their replication, transcription and translation into protein are discussed in some depth for both eukaryotic and prokaryotic organisms. The large variety of recently developed methods, which allow the identification, isolation and the characterisation of genes from potentially any living organism is introduced. The major enzymes used for DNA manipulation are discussed together with strategies for cloning the genes in different hosts. Analytical techniques such as DNA sequencing and polymerase chain reaction (PCR) are dealt with in some depth. In addition, the utilisation of the isolated genes both in genetically modifying organisms and in analytical techniques are introduced. Here particular emphasis will be given to what has been learned about the way in which the expression of genes is controlled. Lectures each week are supplemented with tutorials to help build up your confidence with the material. Sessions include restriction mapping, model building in gene expression strategies and the experimental methodologies from the lectures. There is a major practical element involving the isolation of DNA from bacteria, analysis by gel electrophoresis and bacterial transformation etc.

    Cell Biology

    ​This module will extend and develop your understanding and knowledge of cell biology with a particular focus on how cells communicate and the importance of this for multicellularity. Key themes include regulation of the passage of molecules across the cell membrane, intracellular and cell surface receptors, signal transduction pathways and second messengers. The role of the cytoskeleton, the extracellular matrix and selective cell adhesion in formation of tissues are also considered. You will gain an understanding of different techniques that are used to study cell biology. The practical component of this module will help you to develop your laboratory practical skills and ability to analyse and present acquired data.

    Infectious Diseases and Therapeutics

    The aims of this module are to introduce you to a range of pathogens responsible for major and emerging infectious diseases globally. To outline how pathogen biology not only influences pathology and transmission of disease, but is also the target for therapeutic intervention. We'll provide you with an overview of the drug discovery pipeline and other factors involved in the control of infectious diseases. This module also covers the mechanisms of action of existing and potential new therapies and discusses the significance of infectious diseases in the context of 21st century life. It also introduces the emerging importance of the commensal microflora and the concept of dysbiosis in the aetiology of a range of pathologies. The bases of pathogenicity and virulence for a range of bacterial, eukaryotic and viral pathogens will be addressed alongside discussion of current and prospective treatments for the diseases caused by these micro-organisms. The emerging importance of commensal microflora and the concept of dysbiosis in the aetiology of a range of human pathologies and antibiotic/drug-resistance are also important themes in this medical microbiology-themed module. Infectious diseases significant in a UK context and more widely in a global context will both be addressed. Lectures and assessment will cover bacterial, viral, and eukaryotic pathogens, which are the aetiological agents of human disease in tropical and temperate countries. Lecture content will include discussion of leading causes of mortality globally: e.g. cholera, malaria, tuberculosis, and HIV-AIDS. Threats posed by antibiotic resistance, challenges and opportunities associated with new medicine development, and the significance of emerging diseases against a backdrop of climate change will all be addressed.

    Ecological Adaptation and Conservation Management

    This course expands on ecological concepts introduced in the Dynamic Living Systems module and includes discussion of some of the different evolutionary adaptations that underpin plant and animal community structures in grassland, wetland, forest, and arid environments. Adaptation is considered from a combination of community ecology and behavioural ecology viewpoints. For Biological Sciences students, illustration of the molecular basis for some adaptations will be provided. Many environments are under threat as consequences of farming, urbanization, or climate change. The module concludes with an introduction to conservation and sustainable management strategies used to preserve biodiversity and ecosystem stability in a variety of habitats within the UK and more globally. Aspects of legislation that speak to national and international conservation policy and regulation will be introduced.

    Anthropocene

    This module introduces you to the concept of the anthropocene – the epoch of human influence. It will focus on the global impacts of human population on earth systems including atmosphere, soil and water systems. A case study approach will be taken focusing on major issues such as climate change, energy generation, ozone depletion, air quality, mining and ore processing, xenobiotics, water resource and land management.

    Supervised Work Experience

    This placement year allows you to experience employment within organizations related to your chosen course. To enable you to relate knowledge, skills and techniques which are studied on the course to the work context, and to allow you to practise a range of technical and social skills covered on your course. You'll have the opportunity to gain experience and maturity to support your academic studies, to develop contacts with potential employers and construct work experience profiles commensurate with the demands of future employers. The placement is normally 48 weeks in duration during which time you'll receive at least 1 visit from the Supervised Work Experience visiting tutor. You'll normally be allocated a workplace mentor who will ease your integration into the organization and take responsibility for your supervision. The actual content of placements varies depending on the specific background and demands of individual students and the opportunities available within differing employing organizations.

    Core modules:

    Communicating Applied Biology

    In this career-focused module, you will choose contemporary areas of applied biology for independent research. Topics include but are not limited to new antibiotic development; synthetic biology and biotechnology; novel treatments of chronic diseases such as cancer or Alzheimer’s disease; biodiversity conservation, bioremediation, and natural resource management. From your research you will prepare reports or presentations suitable for communication to a range of audiences including other scientists and policy makers. Throughout the module you will be mentored by staff with relevant expertise in your chosen areas.

    Current Topics in Molecular Life Sciences

    This module introduces and explores contemporary methods used in molecular life sciences. It investigates technical aspects underpinning genome engineering and large-scale “omics” projects and presents applications and challenges of “omics” research using examples from a variety of model systems and approaches. The methods and challenges of investigating phylogenetic relationships between sequences and organisms are explored. The personal, societal, and ethical impacts of these developments and their effects on our understanding of genomes and evolutionary processes are considered. The computer practical parts of the module engage students with investigation of protein structure, phylogenetic techniques, and analysis of high–throughput data using publicly available datasets and resources.

    Practical Applied Biology

    In this module, with its high laboratory and analytical content, you will apply some of the contemporary approaches, methods, and tools biologists use to address real-world challenges. Your work will be in the context of real-world mini-projects. Topics to work on include, but are not necessarily limited to, bioactive natural product isolation, metabolic studies for new drug target identification, synthetic biology and biotechnology, bioremediation, and natural resource management. The sorts of approaches to which you will become accustomed whilst tackling these or other challenges include cutting-edge chromatography; molecular methods for working with and analysing DNA or RNA; advanced cell and microbial culture; remote sensing and GIS.

    Research Project

    The aim is to give students experience in conducting a piece of independent, hypothesis-driven, biological research, or research into biology education. Under the supervision of a member of academic staff, students undertake practical experimentation in the laboratory/field. Supervisors outline the aims of the project and direct students to the most recent literature. Prior to experimentation, students will be expected to undertake a comprehensive review of the literature related to their project and will be given guidance on appropriate experimental methods. The project is generally fluid in nature, with the direction of the investigation being dictated by results obtained, or problems encountered. Results are presented in a written report and through presentations to student peers and academic staff. Module-specific tutorials will run in conjunction with personal academic tutorials. Tutorials will be given on Health and Safety, Intellectual Property, research ethics and project planning and management.

    As this is a new course, the structure is expected to include modules making up 360 credits over 3 years, with each credit representing around 10 hours of study (approximately 3,600 hours in total). On similar courses, an average of around 36% of study time is spent with tutors face to face or online in lectures, seminars, tutorials, laboratory sessions etc, with the remainder spent on independent study. Assessment is normally through a variety of coursework, practice/competency-based learning and examination, in the form of written assignment, presentations and observed assessment of practical skills (OSCE).

    Subject to mode of study. *Based on current core and compulsory modules.

    Calculated using data from the academic year 2024/25, as of November 2024.

    Teaching

    The teaching year for most courses normally starts in September with breaks at Christmas and Easter, finishing with a main examination/assessment period around May/June. Teaching on other courses including professional courses, postgraduate taught, research, distance learning and apprenticeship may have other start dates including January and May. All start dates can be found on each course page and term dates are also available. Students on a full-time course may have to attend every day of the week. Students who choose to study a full-time course on a part-time basis will generally attend modules at the same time as our full-time students. Timetables are normally available one month before registration.

    Our courses are taught at our University campus and you can expect that your lectures and seminars will be held face to face, except in cases of emergency or if specifically stated otherwise in the module description.

    Feedback

    Feedback (usually written) is normally provided on all coursework submissions within three term time weeks – unless the submission was made towards the end of the session in which case feedback would be available on request after the formal publication of results. Feedback on exam performance/final coursework is available on request after the publication of results.

    Progression

    You may progress to the next stage of your course or research degree, subject to meeting University assessment criteria and professional, statutory or regulatory body guidelines.

    1. The University of Huddersfield has been rated Gold in all three aspects of the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023. We were the only university in Yorkshire and the Humber and the North West to achieve Gold ratings in all three aspects of the TEF among those announced in September 2023. In fact only 13 Universities, out of the 96 that were announced in September 2023, were Gold in all three ratings.

    2. Our teaching staff rank first in England for the proportion with higher degrees and teaching qualifications, as well as being top five for those holding doctorates (HESA 2025). So you’ll learn from some of the best, helping you to be the best.

    3. We are joint first in the country for National Teaching Fellowships, which mark the UK’s best lecturers in Higher Education, winning a total of 23 since 2008 (2024 data).

    4. We won the first Global Teaching Excellence Award, recognising the University’s commitment to world-class teaching and its success in developing students as independent learners and critical thinkers (Higher Education Academy, 2017).

    Visit ‘Our experts’ page where you’ll find in-depth profiles of all our academic staff

    At Huddersfield, you'll study the Global Professional Award (GPA) alongside your degree* so that you gain valuable qualities and experiences that could help you to get the career you want, no matter what your field of study is. On completion of the Award, you'll receive a GPA certificate from the University of Huddersfield, alongside the specialist subject skills and knowledge you gain as part of your degree, which may help to set you apart from other graduates.

    Giving students access to the Global Professional Award is one of the reasons the University won ‘Best University Employability Strategy’ award at the National Graduate Recruitment Awards 2021. Find out more on the Global Professional Award webpage.

    *full-time, undergraduate first degrees with a minimum duration of three years. This does not include postgraduate, foundation, top-up, accelerated or apprenticeship degrees.

    Placements

    In the third year of this course, you’ll get the chance to step out of the classroom and into the real world on an optional placement year in an organisation related to your areas of interest. This is when you’ll really be able to see your knowledge in action, pick up invaluable skills for your future career and boost your employability to help you hit the ground running after graduation.

    You could stay to do your placement in the UK or experience a new culture and work abroad for one year. Where could this year take you?

    Previous students in the Biological Sciences subject area have undertaken placements with Future Genetics, GAMA Healthcare, Mid Yorkshire Hospital, Sunway University (Malaysia), University of Huddersfield and Wrexham Maelor Hospital.

    Going on placement meant I learnt new skills and techniques and had my findings reported back to local coroners to identify causes of death.

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    Isabel Gatenby, Medical Biology BSc(Hons), placement with West Yorkshire Analytical Services, Morley

    Meet our students

    Covadonga is studying Medical Genetics BSc(Hons). Watch her film to learn more about the modules she studies, her placement experience and the help she gets from her tutors.

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    Biological Sciences student in the laboratory
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    Biological Sciences laboratory

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    Changes to option modules

    Where your course allows you to choose modules from a range of options, we will review these each year and change them to reflect the expertise of our staff, current trends in research and as a result of student feedback or demand for certain modules. We will always ensure that you have a range of options to choose from and we will let you know in good time the options available for you to choose for the following year.

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