Biology

Course summary

Biology is an exciting and rapidly developing subject with a central place in the future of our society. Every week, Biology is in the news with developments in our understanding of genetics, evolution and disease. A qualification in Biology aims to not only equip students with sound scientific knowledge and understanding of biological concepts and scientific processes, but to also offer opportunities to explore the ethical and moral issues related to the effects of human activities on biological systems. Module 1: Development of Practical Skills in Biology Module 2: Foundations in Biology Cell structure, biological molecules, nucleotides and nucleic acids, enzymes, biological membranes, cell division, cell diversity and cellular organisation Module 3: Exchange and Transport Exchange surfaces, transport in animals, transport in plants Module 4: Biodiversity, Evolution and Disease Communicable diseases, disease prevention and the immune system, biodiversity and classification and evolution Module 5: Communication, Homeostasis and Energy Communication and homeostasis, excretion as an example of homeostatic control, neuronal communication, hormonal communication, plant and animal responses, photosynthesis and respiration Module 6: Genetics, Evolution and Ecosystems Cellular control, patterns of inheritance, manipulating genomes, cloning and biotechnology, ecosystems, populations and sustainability