Biology University of Leeds

Overview

From genes to behaviour and evolution to ecology, studying Biology at Leeds will provide you with a holistic understanding of the whole topic. Personalise your degree to match your needs as you progress; will you choose to pursue human biology, conservation, genetic engineering or any one of the other study areas the University of Leeds has to offer.

Biology has vital applications in current key global challenges. An ever-growing world population and a changing climate put immense pressure on the environment, threaten endangered species and reduce agricultural production. With your degree, you'll be at the forefront of providing sustainable solutions to these issues.

The MBiol at University of Leeds offers an excellent breadth and depth of knowledge, including exceptional experience of advanced research. The first two years of the programme follow the existing BSc Biology programme, and year 3 mirrors it, but the 40-credit research project will focus on preparation for the final year. The fourth year is research-focused, comprising a 90-credit research project and 30 credits of advanced research training, allowing you to develop your research skills in greater depth and produce a report containing significant new data that could contribute to a research publication.

Why study at Leeds

• Study with one of the largest centres for biological sciences research in the UK, with access to cutting‑edge facilities, industry links and specialist research opportunities.
• Put theory into practice by undertaking fieldwork activities within the UK, Spain and South Africa. You’ll advance your research skills and gain hands-on experience highly valued by employers in industry or in postgraduate education.
• Experience life and learning in a different country through our study abroad programme, where you'll gain fresh perspectives and develop skills valued by employers.
• Our year in industry programme allows you to gain experience working with organisations, developing new skills for your CV.
• Collaborate on your final-year research project with an expert in the field. You could study marine biology to better manage coral reefs threatened by climate change, understand how bees cooperate as social animals, or develop new ways to reduce the impact of invasive species on local ecosystems.
• Access to visit and conduct research at the University’s state-of-the-art National Pig Centre.
• Flexible options to transfer onto other suitable and related degrees at the end of year 1, as many programmes within our School share a common first year.