Biological Sciences with Foundation Year BSc (Hons) - 2022/3
Awarding body
University of Surrey
Teaching institute
University of Surrey
Framework
FHEQ Level 6
Final award and programme/pathway title
BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences with Foundation Year
Subsidiary award(s)
| Award | Title |
|---|---|
| Ord | Biological Sciences with Foundation Year |
| DipHE | Biological Sciences with Foundation Year |
| CertHE | Biological Sciences with Foundation Year |
| Biological Sciences with Foundation Year |
Modes of study
| Route code | Credits and ECTS Credits | |
| Full-time | UCD10016 | 360 credits and 180 ECTS credits |
| Full-time with PTY | UCD10016 | 480 credits and 240 ECTS credits |
QAA Subject benchmark statement (if applicable)
Other internal and / or external reference points
For further information relating to FHEQ levels 4, 5 and 6 and the professional training year, including learning outcomes, aims and module information please view the BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences.
Faculty and Department / School
Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences - School of Biosciences
Programme Leader
SANTORELLI Lorenzo (Biosciences)
Date of production/revision of spec
18/09/2023
Educational aims of the programme
- introduce students to a range of biological and chemical subjects and core scientific skills to prepare students for access into a biosciences degree programme
- to develop key and transferable skills that will help in the assimilation of knowledge and develop autonomy in learning
- to develop cognitive skills that allow for critical thinking, problem solving and analysis of data and information
Programme learning outcomes
| Attributes Developed | Awards | Ref. | |
| Have an enhanced understanding of the basics of the biosciences | K | ||
| Demonstrate an awareness of the subject area and current areas of debate in the field | K | ||
| Relate principles and concepts to underlying theoretical approaches | C | ||
| Carry out defined investigative strategies and effectively communicate the result | C | ||
| Collect information to solve standard problems | C | ||
| Analyse a range of data using pre-defined principles or criteria | C | ||
| Undertake a given task and clearly defined role | P | ||
| Undertake given complex performance tasks | P | ||
| Adapts behaviour to work with others in joint tasks | P | ||
| Has an awareness of ethical issues in the biosciences | P | ||
| Developed attitudes and behaviours that demonstrate lifelong learning | T | ||
| Developed skills in communication, interpersonal skills and reflection | T | ||
| Developed confidence and self-awareness in becoming an independent learner | T | ||
| Developed an ability to assess own capabilities against given criteria | T |
Attributes Developed
C - Cognitive/analytical
K - Subject knowledge
T - Transferable skills
P - Professional/Practical skills
Programme structure
Full-time
This Bachelor's Degree (Honours) programme is studied full-time over four academic years, consisting of a Foundation Year and 360 credits (120 credits at FHEQ levels 4, 5 and 6). All modules are semester based and worth 15 credits with the exception of project, practice based and dissertation modules.
Possible exit awards include:
- Bachelor's Degree (Ordinary) (300 credits)
- Diploma of Higher Education (240 credits)
- Certificate of Higher Education (120 credits)
Full-time with PTY
This Bachelor's Degree (Honours) programme is studied full-time over five academic years, consisting of a Foundation Year, an optional professional training year and 360 credits (120 credits at FHEQ levels 4, 5 and 6). All modules are semester based and worth 15 credits with the exception of project, practice based and dissertation modules.
Possible exit awards include:
- Bachelor's Degree (Ordinary) (300 credits)
- Diploma of Higher Education (240 credits)
- Certificate of Higher Education (120 credits)
Programme Adjustments (if applicable)
N/A
Modules
Year 0 - FHEQ Level 3
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMS0005 | FOUNDATION YEAR FOR BIOSCIENCES | Compulsory | 120 | Year-long |
Module Selection for Year 0 - FHEQ Level 3
For further information relating to FHEQ levels 4, 5 and 6, including learning outcomes, aims and module information please view the BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences.
Year 0 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 3
| Module code | Module title | Status | Credits | Semester |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMS0005 | FOUNDATION YEAR FOR BIOSCIENCES | Compulsory | 120 | Year-long |
Module Selection for Year 0 (with PTY) - FHEQ Level 3
For further information relating to FHEQ levels 4, 5 and 6 and the professional training year, including learning outcomes, aims and module information please view the BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences.
Opportunities for placements / work related learning / collaborative activity
| Associate Tutor(s) / Guest Speakers / Visiting Academics | N | |
| Professional Training Year (PTY) | N | |
| Placement(s) (study or work that are not part of PTY) | N | |
| Clinical Placement(s) (that are not part of the PTY scheme) | N | |
| Study exchange (Level 5) | N | |
| Dual degree | N |
Quality assurance
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Please note that the information detailed within this record is accurate at the time of publishing and may be subject to change. This record contains information for the most up to date version of the programme / module for the 2022/3 academic year.