University

For some university is a rite of passage, a transition from teenager to adult. For others the next step up the ladder of their dream job. Some people also go to be taught their favourite subject in more detail and by experts in the field. For whatever reason that you are applying to university there are some very important things to consider when applying.

Degree Choice

For starters - what degree do you want to do? If you are looking at information on this site then you are probably looking at a biosciences degree, but there are many specialist sections of the biosciences that you can choose to study at university. To make your decision you can talk to your teachers, past students and perhaps older friends that are currently at university.

Each university will offer a slightly different degree course with different course units for students. The best place to look is the university's departmental website which should tell you which courses you could study, you can compare between universities in order to find the best course for you.

A typical Bachelors honours degree course in biology will cover a range of topics in the first and second years, including courses in cell biology, biochemistry, evolution, behaviour and ecology. You will then specialise in just a few disciplines in your final year.

Useful Resources

For more information on biology degrees and career options after studying for a biology degree, read our new Becoming a Biologist: Degrees and Careers in Biology guide.

For more information on biochemistry degrees and careers options, read the Biochemistry Society's: Biochemistry Courses for 2011 guide.

For more information on physiological degrees and graduate careers options, read The Physiological Society's: The Science of Life guide.

University

Once you have decided on a course subject you will then need to chose a university to study at (making sure they offer your course). You can find more information in our Which University? Section.

Further Study

Having completed a degree, some graduates choose to pursue a Masters or PhD qualification, whilst others choose to go straight into work. Our Further Study section will give you some pointers as well as some useful links to find the further study course that you want.

You can see what funding options are available for further study in our Further Study Funding section which contains details of grants and awards from our member organisations.

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