Biology (includes foundation year)

About this course

Biology is the science of life in all its forms, exploring how living systems work from the molecular level upwards to the complexity of whole organisms and the ecosystems they inhabit. It is a discipline of extraordinary breadth and intellectual richness, encompassing cell biology, genetics, physiology, ecology, evolutionary biology and much more, and it addresses some of the most important questions facing human society, from understanding and treating disease to managing the biodiversity crisis and responding to climate change. At Aberystwyth University this four-year programme includes a foundation year that prepares you for degree-level study, making the degree accessible to students who need to develop their scientific background before beginning the main programme. You will explore the full range of biological scales, from proteins and molecular mechanisms at the cellular level t

Where its graduates go

The 5 largest scored destinations, covering 80% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 68 / 100Customer service occupations · 10% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Science, engineering and technology associate professionals · 30% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Sales occupations · 25% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Research and Development (RandD) and Other Research Professionals · 5% of graduatescards →
• 22 / 100Conservation and environment professionals · 10% of graduatescards →

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