BSc (Hons) Biology and Psychology at Durham University

Taught by discipline experts you will build your core knowledge in Biology and Psychology, studying complimentary areas of each to satisfy your understanding of the biological world around you whilst exploring how people think, feel and behave. With science and its challenges making today’s global headlines, studying this research-led modular degree will help you develop the necessary skills you’ll need to pursue a career in the science sector and beyond. Core and complimentary elements of both Biology and Psychology will be studied.

Faculty: Faculty of Science  |  Department: Natural Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years full-time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Durham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In Year 1 you will study the fundamental aspects of biology and psychology that are the basics for understanding these scientific fields. Biology will include fundamental aspects of biology including genetics and physiology, whilst in psychology lectures will cover either cognitive and biological, or social and developmental topics. You will also develop research methods and statistical analysis skills. Compulsory modules include Genetics, Introduction to Physiology, Introduction to Psychological Research, EITHER Introduction to Psychology 1: Cognitive and Biological Psychology, OR Introduction to Psychology 2: Developmental and Social Psychology.

Career pathways

Natural Sciences graduates have the academic knowledge, flexibility and technical skills to take on roles that add value in the modern world. The varied curriculum provides a skill set that is valued in a diverse range of careers and sectors.

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