Applied Biological Research with Placement Year

About this course

Applied biological research is the study of living systems with a direct focus on understanding, experimentation, and the translation of findings into practical benefit. It encompasses the methods and principles of modern biology, from molecular and cellular science through to whole-organism physiology and ecology, with an emphasis on designing investigations, gathering data rigorously, and drawing conclusions that can inform real-world decisions in health, agriculture, conservation, and biotechnology. The Royal Veterinary College in London offers this five-year full-time programme, which includes a placement year, giving you sustained professional research experience within the degree. At an institution whose work sits at the interface of animal biology, human health, and environmental science, you will be immersed in a research culture shaped by questions about disease, physiology, de

Where its graduates go

The 5 largest scored destinations, covering 45% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 52 / 100Finance Professionals · 5% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Science, engineering and technology associate professionals · 15% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Sales occupations · 10% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Natural and social science professionals · 5% of graduatescards →
• 32 / 100Artistic, literary and media occupations · 10% of graduatescards →

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