48 monthsProgramme duration
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Evolutionary biology is at the centre of modern biology, spanning the subject from genomes to whole organisms.
All species, past and present, are related in a common phylogenetic tree. The diverse and extraordinary adaptations that allow organisms to function have evolved through natural selection.
The way life has evolved has influenced every aspect of society, from literature to medicine.
Areas of study
You will study topics such as:
- evolutionary processes and their cause
- the behaviour of genes in populations
- molecular phylogenetics and tree building
- the origins of life and how it has evolved over time
You will learn the principles of evolutionary biology and how it can be applied to:
- geology
- plant and animal breeding
- computer science
- the emergence of infectious diseases
- questions about molecular and social evolution
Flexibility within biological sciences
Biological sciences explores the study of living organisms, covering everything from the interactions of animals in their environment to how genes are expressed.
We offer a flexible learning experience. With 12 different biological sciences subject areas, you can tailor your programme to your preferred career path. Regardless of your initial application choice, you will have the opportunity to explore aspects of each of our programmes in the early years and can choose to specialise in whichever one interests you.
Our skills-based curriculum will equip you with data analysis, programming and problem-solving skills, as well as teaching you effective communication and independent thinking. This will prepare you to be a part of the next generation of scientific thinkers who apply their skills in various contexts.
Programme benefits
- Study on a flexible programme. Explore different areas of biological sciences before specialising in the later years of your degree programme.
- You will learn in state-of-the-art laboratories, interactive computing studio facilities and collaborative lecture theatres, ensuring a dynamic and immersive study experience.
- Experience hands-on learning with fieldwork at local sites such as the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh.
- Gain key skills valued by employers such as communication, collaboration, problem solving and data analysis.
- Complete an independent research project in one of our academic research laboratories in your final year.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
Evolutionary biology is at the centre of modern biology, spanning the subject from genomes to whole organisms.
All species, past and present, are related in a common phylogenetic tree. The diverse and extraordinary adaptations that allow organisms to function have evolved through natural selection.
The way life has evolved has influenced every aspect of society, from literature to medicine.
Areas of study
You will study topics such as:
- evolutionary processes and their cause
- the behaviour of genes in populations
- molecular phylogenetics and tree building
- the origins of life and how it has evolved over time
You will learn the principles of evolutionary biology and how it can be applied to:
- geology
- plant and animal breeding
- computer science
- the emergence of infectious diseases
- questions about molecular and social evolution
Flexibility within biological sciences
Biological sciences explores the study of living organisms, covering everything from the interactions of animals in their environment to how genes are expressed.
We offer a flexible learning experience. With 12 different biological sciences subject areas, you can tailor your programme to your preferred career path. Regardless of your initial application choice, you will have the opportunity to explore aspects of each of our programmes in the early years and can choose to specialise in whichever one interests you.
Our skills-based curriculum will equip you with data analysis, programming and problem-solving skills, as well as teaching you effective communication and independent thinking. This will prepare you to be a part of the next generation of scientific thinkers who apply their skills in various contexts.
Programme benefits
- Study on a flexible programme. Explore different areas of biological sciences before specialising in the later years of your degree programme.
- You will learn in state-of-the-art laboratories, interactive computing studio facilities and collaborative lecture theatres, ensuring a dynamic and immersive study experience.
- Experience hands-on learning with fieldwork at local sites such as the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh.
- Gain key skills valued by employers such as communication, collaboration, problem solving and data analysis.
- Complete an independent research project in one of our academic research laboratories in your final year.
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