Biology

Explore the science of life through our broad range of modules where you can choose topics that both interest and excite you as you discover how they interact with their environment. undertake masters-level modules and a research project and gain hands-on experience with our field trips to spain, kenya or scotland. lancaster university is ranked fourth in the uk in the guardian university guide 2020 and fifth in the uk for biological sciences in the times and sunday times good university guide 2019. taught by internationally renowned academics, you will develop the skills required to tackle some of the biggest challenges facing our planet, whether it’s researching underlying scientific principles, the development of new treatments for disease or helping to protect endangered species. practical work doesn’t just take place in our state-of-the-art laboratories. you will also have the opportunity to participate in one of our exciting field trips which include local excursions to the lake district, yorkshire dales and bowland fells, or residential trips to doñana national park in south west spain, which is home to a plethora of plant, bird and animal species, including the world’s most endangered cat, the iberian lynx. you may even contribute to an expert-led study of the rift valley of kenya, where we will evaluate the challenging balance between tropical conversation and human activity.

This programmes maintain an excellent record for graduate prospects. a degree in biological sciences opens up a wealth of opportunities in careers ranging from biotechnologist, microbiologist, molecular geneticist, forensic scientist, pharmaceutical scientist, food technologist, material technologist, in addition to careers in research. in addition to developing your subject knowledge, a degree at lancaster will equip you with a range of computing, intellectual, practical, numerical and interpersonal skills. the abilities gained on the programme will increase your appeal to employers in a wide variety of sectors, and our careers service offers help and advice for all of our graduates for as long you need it. if you wish to enhance your career prospects by extending your study to postgraduate level, you may wish to undertake a phd at our brand new graduate school where you can join our vibrant community of phd students and make a direct contribution to the world-class research output, whilst developing the skills that you need to enjoy a rewarding career in your chosen field. we offer a variety of extra-curricular activities and volunteering opportunities that enable you to explore your interests and enhance your cv. our weekly careers bulletin and careers blogs are written by student volunteers, and inform you of careers events. the students’ union-run green lancaster programme offers placements with external organisations, allowing students to gain volunteering experience at weekends by working in the local community, taking part in a wide range of activities and developing their practical skills.

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. Lancaster University has partnerships with the following companies: