Bioscience (Hons) London South Bank University

Overview

Throughout history and in the present day, scientists have been and continue to be in high demand. Their work and breakthroughs help us understand more about the world we live in, the bodies we inhabit, and how to improve them - and you can be one of them. You’ll learn the specialist scientific subject matter as well as highly sought-after skills surrounding data analysis and research innovation. Plus, our state-of-the-art facilities and wide-ranging industrial and professional links mean that you’ll get the chance for firsthand input in real-life, practical situations.

Our laboratories

We have a wide variety of laboratories, which offer you an extensive experience of scientific investigation and analysis. Whether you are studying Biosciences, Forensics or Sports, from day one you will be able to access the latest equipment and expertise. The University's purpose-built biochemistry laboratory is equipped with facilities for carrying out a wide range of chemical and biological tests. Our state of the art laboratories feature the latest analytical equipment enabling a range of cutting edge environmental techniques such as the analysis of e-DNA, electron microscopy and environmental biochemistry.

Employability

Graduates from this Bioscience (Hons) course from London South Bank University can enter the environmental biology industries in a range of different careers, such as ecological consultancy, waste management, wildlife ranger, renewable energy, zoological collection management, water treatment, ecotourism, conservation charities, wildlife rehab and rescue, government (e.g. Defra, Natural England), research institutes and universities, as well as going on to further study.

Our specialist employability modules will give you the edge over less experienced graduates when you start interviewing for jobs.  At each level of the course there is an employability module designed to give you the skills you need to successfully enter the job market in a graduate level job. In the second year you will undertake a work placement for one semester at a workplace of your choice and which is related to your career goals.