The modular course structure offers flexibility and is part the innovative teaching approach of the University. Lectures, seminars, tutorials, demonstrations and practical classes are supplemented with study visits to commercial firms and research establishments. During the first year, Applied Biologists study core modules in Biochemistry, Genetics and Cell Biology, Whole Organism Biology and Industrial Applications of Biology. They also have the opportunity to choose other suitable modules according to their individual interests. This provides the basis for specialisation during the second and third years, when Applied Biologists can select modules from the wide range available, some of which are listed below.
Students also undertake a research project on a topic of their choice.
The European year is taken between years 2 and 3. Courses and project work are normally carried out at a university in Spain, Belgium, Germany, Austria or France. Collaborative agreements are in place with many European Universities to assist with funding and placement. Alternatively, students may choose to spend an intercalated year working in industry or a research institute between years 2 and 3. The internationally recognised research expertise at the University of Nottingham enables us to teach the most modern aspects of Applied Biology.