BSc (Hons) Biology at University of Greenwich

Our biology degree explores the fascinating processes of life, from the chemical reactions inside cells to drug discovery for diseases, through to environmental impact and global climate change. Delivered by the School of Science and the Natural Resources Institute (NRI), our cutting-edge degree allows you to study a broad range of subjects or choose modules to suit your interests. We offer topics themed around producing students that can solve the UN Sustainability Goals including human health and disease, sustainable food production, and saving the planet from climate change.

Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and Science  |  Department: Science  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years sandwich  |  Study mode: full-time; sandwich  |  Intake: September  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Ranked 3rd across the Biosciences subject in Biology and Biomedical Science in the UK, The Guardian University Guide (2026). Specialise from year two onwards in a wide choice of modules - from cancer research to ecology. Research an original project of your choice in the third year working with professors in the relevant fields. Opportunities for field trips, hear from speakers with international experience and benefit from expertise in global issues such as biofuels, food security and biodiversity.

Career pathways

This course will prepare you for careers such as scientific research in academic, governmental or commercial laboratories, including biotechnology companies and health-testing laboratories, scientific writing and publishing, medical equipment sales and science teaching.

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