BSc (Hons) Biological Science at London Metropolitan University

Biology is the study of life. Taught in our state-of-the-art Science Centre, this Biological Science course will teach you that life processes result from a series of complex interactions at a molecular, cellular and whole organism level. You'll develop hands-on skills that employers look for, as well as a detailed understanding of everything from biological systems at molecular level to ecosystems.

Faculty: School of Human Sciences  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time / part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1: Anatomy & Physiology 1, Anatomy & Physiology 2, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Fundamentals of Molecular Biology, General Microbiology, Laboratory Skills and Techniques, Professional Studies. Year 2: Human Immunity, Metabolism, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Parasitology, Tissue Science 1 (for Biosciences), Tissue Science 2 (for Biosciences), Micronutrients for Health, Work Placement (for Life Sciences). Year 3: Biochemical Pathology, Clinical Biochemistry (for Biosciences), Energy Metabolism & Endocrinology, Infection Control, Project, Toxicology, Systems Pathology (for Biosciences).

Career pathways

Biosciences graduates have gone on to exciting careers as researchers, science technicians and medical laboratory assistants at companies such as Health Services Laboratory, Imperial College Healthcare and the Scientists Laboratory. This course provides an entry point into graduate studies at MSc or PhD level, either studying at London Met or at other educational establishments or research institutes.

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