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Page 1 of 12 s PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION Final PART 1: COURSE SUMMARY INFORMATION Course summary Final award BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences Intermediate award Cert HE, DipHE, BSc Biological Sciences, Course status Awarding body University of Brighton School Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences Location of study/ campus Moulsecoomb Partner institution(s) Name of institution Host department Course status 1. n/a SELECT 2. 3. Admissions Admissions agency UCAS Entry requirements Include any progression opportunities into the course. Check the Universitys website for current entry requirements. A-levels - BCC. Must include biology. Other A-level subjects must be relevant. BTEC - DMM. International Baccalaureate - 28 points, specified subjects: 5 higher level biology & 5 higher level chemistry. Access to HE Diploma - pass (at least 45 credits at level 3), with 24 credits at merit or above. Must include at least a merit pass in all science subjects at level 3. GCSE (minimum grade C) or Access Equivalent - at least three subjects including English language, and minimum grade C in mathematics and science. Foundation degree/HND/HNC may enable you to start the course in year 2, subject to a separate internal application and selection process. For non-native speakers of English - IELTS 6.0 overall, with 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in the other elements. Start date (mmm-yy) Normally September Sept-19 Mode of study Mode of study Duration of study (standard) Maximum registration period Full-time 3 Years 8 years Part-time Other: 6 years 8 years Sandwich 4 Years 8 years Distance Other: N/A Other: N/A

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PROGRAMME SPECIFICATION

Final

PART 1: COURSE SUMMARY INFORMATION

Course summary

Final award BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences

Intermediate award Cert HE, DipHE, BSc Biological Sciences,

Course status

Awarding body University of Brighton

School Pharmacy and Biomolecular Sciences

Location of study/ campus Moulsecoomb

Partner institution(s)

Name of institution Host department Course status

1. n/a SELECT

2.

3.

Admissions

Admissions agency UCAS

Entry requirements Include any progression opportunities into the course.

Check the University’s website for current entry requirements. A-levels - BCC. Must include biology. Other A-level subjects must be relevant. BTEC - DMM. International Baccalaureate - 28 points, specified subjects: 5 higher level biology & 5 higher level chemistry. Access to HE Diploma - pass (at least 45 credits at level 3), with 24 credits at merit or above. Must include at least a merit pass in all science subjects at level 3. GCSE (minimum grade C) or Access Equivalent - at least three subjects including English language, and minimum grade C in mathematics and science. Foundation degree/HND/HNC may enable you to start the course in

year 2, subject to a separate internal application and selection

process.

For non-native speakers of English - IELTS 6.0 overall, with 6.0 in writing and a minimum of 5.5 in the other elements.

Start date (mmm-yy) Normally September

Sept-19

Mode of study

Mode of study Duration of study (standard) Maximum registration period

Full-time 3 Years 8 years

Part-time Other: 6 years 8 years

Sandwich 4 Years 8 years

Distance Other: N/A Other: N/A

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Course codes/categories

UCAS code C120

Contacts

Course Leader (or Course Development Leader)

Dr. Ian Cooper

Admissions Tutor Dr Corina Ciocan

Examination and Assessment

External Examiner(s) Name Place of work Date tenure expires

Dr K. Durrant University of Nottingham September 2020

Dr D Yagnik Middlesex University December 2020

Ms N. Milner Anglia Ruskin September 2019

Examination Board(s) (AEB/CEB)

Cell & Blood Sciences AEB, Ecology & Conservation AEB, Infection & Molecular Biology AEB

Biology & Chemistry CEB

Approval and review

Approval date Review date

Validation 20171 20222

Programme Specification January 20193 January 20204

Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body 1 (if applicable):

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Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body 2 (if applicable):

Professional, Statutory and Regulatory Body 3 (if applicable):

1 Date of original validation. 2 Date of most recent periodic review (normally academic year of validation + 5 years). 3 Month and year this version of the programme specification was approved (normally September). 4 Date programme specification will be reviewed (normally approval date + 1 year). If programme specification is applicable to a particular cohort, please state here. 5 Date of most recent review by accrediting/ approving external body.

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PART 2: COURSE DETAILS

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

Aims

The aims of the course are:

The aims of the programme are:

To provide students with the intellectual skills of analysis, information assimilation, synthesis and judgement appropriate for an honours degree course, by building on prior learning, if appropriate;

To provide integrated programmes of study in modern biological sciences from cellular to whole organism biology;

To equip students with the knowledge and skills required for a professional career in modern biology, as well as an appreciation of what it means to be a professional biologist;

To equip students with a range of personal transferable skills, and the ability undertake research on a group or individual basis, which would enable them to pursue a professional career within biology.

Learning outcomes

The outcomes of the main award provide information about how the primary aims are demonstrated by students following the course. These are mapped to external reference points where appropriate6.

Knowledge and theory The outcomes of the programme provide information of how the primary aims are demonstrated in students following this course of study.

Knowledge and theory

KT1 understand the principles of structure, function and organisation of biological systems at different levels from cells to whole organisms;

KT2 recognise and investigate subject-specific knowledge of specialist areas of modern biology, as well as being able to critically appraise biological phenomena;

KT3 obtain and integrate subject-specific evidence to formulate and test hypotheses, and be able to demonstrate the fundamental observational, experimental and presentational skills needed by a professional biologist;

KT4 realise the need for probity, reliability and openness in the study of academic biology, and the need for robust study design;

KT5 appreciate the importance of using biological knowledge for the benefit of society in a variety of settings.

Course objectives, listed above are achieved through the programme of specified modules. Individual module outcomes detail generic and subject specific knowledge and skills appropriate to the level of study. Criteria used to define and assess levels of learning are as given in the UG marking criteria

Skills Includes intellectual skills (i.e. generic skills relating to academic study, problem solving, evaluation, research etc.) and professional/ practical skills.

The provision of generic intellectual, practical and professional skills is embedded within course modules. In addition certain features of the curriculum foster the development of personal study skills. On completion of the programme students will be able to demonstrate the ability to:

S1 effectively communicate key information in biology (orally and writing):

S2 be able to assimilate, analyse and systematically review biological phenomena;

S3 understand and manipulate numerical data to in order to conduct independent research;

6 Please refer to Course Development and Review Handbook or QAA website for details.

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S4 competently use information technology (e.g. to prepare and present information in reports & presentations);

S5 be able to identify opportunities for personal, academic, professional development;

S6 learn independently and engage in supportive peer collaboration, as well as working in a team by contributing to practical, laboratory and field sessions as well as mini projects;

QAA subject benchmark statement (where applicable)7

QAA Subject Benchmark Statement Biosciences September 2015

http://www.qaa.ac.uk/en/Publications/Documents/SBS-Biosciences-15.pdf

PROFESSIONAL, STATUTORY AND REGULATORY BODIES (where applicable)

Where a course is accredited by a PSRB, full details of how the course meets external requirements, and what students are required to undertake, are included.

Accreditation by the Royal Society of Biology will be progressed during the 2019/20 academic year.

Royal Society of Biology: https://www.rsb.org.uk/images/Degree_Accreditation_Handbook_July16.pdf

LEARNING AND TEACHING

Learning and teaching methods

This section sets out the primary learning and teaching methods, including total learning hours and any specific requirements in terms of practical/ clinical-based learning. The indicative list of learning and teaching methods includes information on the proportion of the course delivered by each method and details where a particular method relates to a particular element of the course.

The information included in this section complements that found in the Key Information Set (KIS), with the programme specification providing further information about the learning and teaching methods used on the course. As a general indication of teaching and learning strategies, students will experience most of the following during their course:

critical studies groups;

group discussion;

independent and enquiry-based learning, drawing upon a range of resources;

individual and group tutorial supervision; formative peer and self-assessment;

practical labs & field work

lectures;

personal tutorial support;

reflective learning;

research and development activities;

seminars & workshops

student presentations;

virtual learning environment (StudentCentral / UoB Community);

All 20 credits of study carry a notional 200 hours of student learning effort, in accordance with GEAR. Normally, for each university based module, the intensive, taught element is one-third and independent study two-thirds.

The students’ individual projects will play a key part in developing and testing the students’ abilities in the area of broad project management and primary research. Other key skills, including research techniques, data handling and critical analysis of source material, will also be developed and assessed in the project dissertation.

7 Please refer to the QAA website for details.

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ASSESSMENT

Assessment methods

This section sets out the summative assessment methods on the course and includes details on where to find further information on the criteria used in assessing coursework. It also provides an assessment matrix which reflects the variety of modes of assessment, and the volume of assessment in the course.

The information included in this section complements that found in the Key Information Set (KIS), with the programme specification providing further information about how the course is assessed. The course contains some compulsory assessments not included in the breakdown provided on the KIS because they cannot be directly linked to credit. For example a pass/fail skills test included in one of the modules or as a course requirement. Full details of assessments within a module can be found on the University’s VLE, StudentCentral.

The strategy for assessment for the course is guided by GEAR and the University’s Code of Practice for Assessment. Assessment strategies vary between modules and are mapped against module outcomes. All students will encounter the following general types of assessment.

Examination: demonstrates acquisition of knowledge and analytical skills;

Project: demonstration of independent study, research and synthesis skills;

Essay: analytical and written communication skills;

Presentations and viva voce examinations: knowledge, presentation and communication skills;

Practical exercises: practical skills, analytical skills, interpretive skills and evaluative skills;

Mini projects: team working, research presentation and innovation skills;

Problem-based and case study exercise;

Communication exercises: current media communication skills.

Certain transferable skills, such as self-motivation and communication, are embedded within the primary modes of delivery of learning and may not be separately assessed. However, satisfactory achievement of the learning outcomes requires that such skills are developed to an appropriate level.

Summative as well as formative assessments are used throughout the modules, for final grading/final award purposes, students will have formative feedback (from both tutor and peers) to promote learning at appropriate points during modules and at the end of semesters. All modules are assessed using the assessment criteria detailed in the individual module descriptors, which are linked to the learning outcomes for that module. The standard University of Brighton grading criteria for UG programmes are used for the basis of the assessment & grading - these are also available on StudentCentral. Students are made aware of the assessment requirements of the course through the Module and Course Handbooks issued at the outset.

Module leaders at the start of each semester confirm the assessment requirements. Detailed descriptions of the criteria on which students will be assessed are confirmed by leaders in relation to the specific piece of assessment. Coursework schedules are published at the start of the academic year to ensure that students are able to plan their time in order to manage the completion of assessments to deadlines.

Learning Outcome Assessment method Module Number of Credits

KT1 understand the principles of

structure, function and organisation of biological systems at different levels from cells to whole organisms

Exam, laboratory reports, Data interpretation, Essay, Presentation, Problem-based essay;

BY151; BY156; BY150; BY152; BY153; BY263; BY265; BY264; BY360.

180

KT2 recognise and investigate

subject-specific knowledge of specialist areas of modern biology, as well as being able to critically appraise biological phenomena;

Exam, Presentation, Essay, Technical report, data interpretation, case studies

BY265; BY264; BY266; BY263; BY261; BY267; BY268; BY270; BY363; BY364; BY365; BY360; BY350; BY361

280

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KT3 obtain and integrate subject-

specific evidence to formulate and test hypotheses, and be able to demonstrate the fundamental observational, experimental and presentational skills needed by a professional biologist;

Exams, data interpretation; critical essays; portfolios; reflective statements; case studies

BY138; BY260; BY392/BY394

BY150; BY151; BY152; BY153; BY265; BY264; BY361

220

Exams, laboratory reports, data interpretation; presentations; meta-analysis; case studies

BY261; BY270; BY231; BY364; BY350; BY327; BY362.

140

KT4 realise the need for probity,

reliability and openness in the study of academic biology, and the need for robust study design;

Practical report, Project proposal, Project report; dissertation, oral viva

BY392 / BY394 40

KT5 appreciate the importance of

using biological knowledge for the benefit of society in a variety of settings.

Exams, presentations; data interpretation; oral viva

BY138; BY260; BY264; BY360;

80

Exam, data interpretation; presentations; meta-analysis; reflective statements; case studies

BY267; BY364; BY362. 60

S1 effectively communicate key

information in biology (orally and writing):

Group and individual presentations, poster presentation, communication exercises, species presentation, viva

BY138; BY260; BY156; BY268; BY267; BY264; BY364; BY365; BY361; BY392/4

220

S2 be able to assimilate, analyse

and systematically review biological phenomena;

Practical reports, lab discussions, case studies, laboratory practical, critical essays, literature reviews, critical evaluations

BY151; BY265; BY264; BY360; BY361; BY362; BY350; BY392/4,

180

S3 understand and manipulate

numerical data to in order to conduct independent research;

Maths & stats tests & exams, data analysis, calculation & interpretation, Microsoft Office/ other mathematical software

BY138; BY260; BY392/4; BY152; BY261; BY263.

140

S4 competently use information

technology (e.g. to prepare and present information in reports & presentations);

Online portfolio, Microsoft Office/ other mathematical software

BY138; BY260; BY392/4 80

S5 be able to identify opportunities

for personal, academic, professional development;

CV application, mock interviews, reflective logs, personal reflections

BY138; BY260; BY392/4 80

S6 Learn independently and

engage in supportive peer collaboration, as well as working in a team by contributing to practical, laboratory and field sessions as well as mini projects;

study plans, project proposal, mini-project, final year projects

BY138; BY260; BY392/4; BY152; BY363;

120

SUPPORT AND INFORMATION

Institutional/ University All students benefit from:

University induction week programme

University student contract https://www.brighton.ac.uk/current-

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students/my-studies/student-policies-and-regulations/index.aspx

Course Handbook

Extensive library facilities centred in main Aldrich library

Computer pool rooms: Six open access computer pool rooms on the Moulsecoomb site with over 200 workstations (and a further 450 network points for personal PCs in the library). All are linked to the University network services and have daily user support help desk))

External and internal E-mail and internet access, and may set up personal websites

Student services, including Welfare, Careers, Counselling, Legal, Financial, Accommodation, Childcare, Medical, Sexual Health and Chaplaincy support;

Studentcentral

ASK Study Skills

Student support and guidance tutor

Careers Planning Agreement

Personal academic tutor

Course-specific Additional support, specifically where courses have non-traditional patterns of delivery (e.g. distance learning and work-based learning) include:

In addition, students on this course benefit from:

School Safety Policy

Student Central course specific areas

Small group tutorials

Assistant Course Leaders for each year of study

Academic Support tutor

Placement tutor support

Discussions with professional Biological & Biomedical Scientists during guest lectures;

Specialist Facilities

All school facilities are available to our students - these includes laboratories in Huxley, the computer rooms on the 1st and 2nd floor of Cockcroft and the 2nd floor of Watts in which there are networked terminals and running specialist Image analysis software (ArcGIS, ImageJ, ENVI) and data analysis (SPSS, Minitab, R). Huxley houses specialist facilities, including a newly commissioned and expanded Imaging and Analysis Unit and Confocal Microscopy, a Clinical Imaging Sciences Centre, a dedicated bioresource centre, HTA licensed tissue and cell culture laboratories, a molecular biology laboratory, histology, and a Category 2 Microbiology Suite. In addition students will have access to research facilities focussing on fish development and behaviour. This includes fish rearing facilities comprised of two recirculating aquarium systems in racks holding 18 tanks for rearing fish eggs and a DanioVision Behavioural Observation Chamber. The DanioVision enables continuous monitoring of fish swimming behaviours from up to 96 larvae simultaneously. We also have industry standard electrofishing equipment and dinghy to enable fish population surveys of freshwater habitats. Biological Sciences students can also utilise the facilities in the School of Environment which includes computer suites containing 165 networked terminal running GIS, remote sensing ad Image Analysis software; physical geography lab, soil and water analysis laboratories, and soil and sediment analysis laboratories.

Research informed teaching

This course is delivered by research-active academic staff, and specialist aspects of the curriculum reflect the research interests of these staff (For example, the case studies presented in BY364, BYM39 (Ecology), BY360, & BY361 (microbiology, biosciences) reflect project results in the research of the biosciences staff who deliver the modules, or the case studies present in BY327, BY350 reflect the research areas of the Biomedical academics teaching on this module). This level of integration is particularly true for final year projects, where students spend an extended period of time undertaking research with one of our staff, in many instances, supported by a larger research group such as the disease processes researchers, the biomedical

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researchers or the biosciences & ecology researchers. Students are developed to undertake this role throughout the course, with specialist skills sessions scheduled to support their growing competency.

In the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014, the school submitted into the A3 unit of assessment with colleagues from Nursing and Allied Health Professionals and the Medical School (now School of Health Sciences) (see http://www.brighton.ac.uk/lhp-research-groups/pharmacy-health-and-biomolecular-sciences/index.aspx for details).

Education for sustainable development

The University of Brighton is committed to the principles of sustainable development. Biological Sciences is central to identifying and providing sound scientific solutions to current and future problems affecting society.

Biological Sciences provides a framework that allows understanding, assessment and engagement with some of the current developments in the biosciences and their applications, and the philosophical and ethical issues involved. Increased awareness of the contribution of biosciences to debate & engagement with critical issues in final year modules, and how this knowledge and understanding forms the basis for informed concern about the quality and sustainability of life.

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PART 3: COURSE SPECIFIC REGULATIONS

COURSE STRUCTURE

This section includes an outline of the structure of the programme, including stages of study and progression points. Course Leaders may choose to include a structure diagram here.

Semester Skills Biology Microbes, Plants & Animals

Biochemistry / Physiology Options

Level 4

1 BY138 Essential Skills for

Bioscientists

BY150 Intro to Genetics

and Molecular

biology

BY151 Diversity of

Life

BY152 Biochemistry and Bioanalytical Techniques

BY158 Introduction to Marine Biology and

Ecology

OR BY156 Introduction to Ecology & Conservation

2 BY153 Introduction to

Human Physiology

Level 5

1 BY260

Research skills and

professional development

BY264 Behavioural

and Evolutionary

Biology

BY265 Physiology

of Organisms

Options: 60 credits taken from the selection listed below

2

Optional Sandwich Year

BY380 Placement

Level 6

1 BY392 / BY394Biology Experimental Project

BY360 Species

Interactions

BY361 Innovations

in Bioscience research

Options: 40 credits taken from the selection listed below

2

Modules

Status:

M = Mandatory (modules which must be taken and passed to be eligible for the award)

C = Compulsory (modules which must be taken to be eligible for the award)

O = Optional (optional modules)*

*Optional modules listed are indicative only, and may be subject to change, depending on timetabling and staff availability

Level8

Module code

Status Module title Credit

4 BY138 C Essential Skills for Bioscientists 20

4 BY151 C Diversity of Life 20

4 BY152 C Biochemistry and Bioanalytical Techniques 20

4 BY153 C Introduction to Human Physiology 20

4 BY150 C Introduction to Genetics and Molecular Biology 20

4 BY156 O Introduction to Ecology and Conservation 20

4 BY158 O Introduction to Marine Biology and Ecology 20

5 BY260 C Research Skills and Professional Development 20

5 BY265 C Physiology of Organisms 20

8 All modules have learning outcomes commensurate with the FHEQ levels 0, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8. List the level which corresponds with the learning outcomes of each module. * Indicates compulsory module for students without A or AS chemistry; optional for those with A or AS chemistry.

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5 BY264 C Behavioural and Evolutionary Biology 20

5 BY266 O Intermediate Human Physiology 20

5 BY270 O Human Biochemistry and Metabolism 20

5 BY263 O Molecular Cell Biology, Genetics and Genomics 20

5 BY262 O Diet and Exercise for Health 20

5 BY267 O Managing Populations in Ecology and Conservation 20

5 BY268 O Marine and Freshwater Ecosystems 20

5 BY231 O Biology International Field Course 20

5 BY261 O Infection and Immunity 20

5 GY511 O Earth Surface Processes 20

5 GY512 O Ice Age Earth 20

5 GY531 O Environmental Pollution 20

5 GY532 O Climate Change 20

5 GY571 O GIS & Remote Sensing 20

6 BY392/ BY394

M Project Module either Biology Experimental Project or Ecology Project

40

6 BY360 C Species Interactions 20

6 BY361 C Innovations in Bioscience Research 20

6 BY362 O Clinical Immunology and Microbiology 20

6 BY350 O Cellular Pathology & Special Topics in Pathobiology 20

6 BY327 O Blood Sciences 20

6 BY363 O Ecological Impact Assessment 20

6 BY364 O Hot topics in Ecology and Conservation 20

6 BY365 O Current Topics in Marine Ecology 20

6 BY380 O Placement 20

6 GY633 O Frozen Planet 20

6 GY671 O Advanced GIS & Remote Sensing 20

6 GY691 O Research Field Skills Course, Brazil 20

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AWARD AND CLASSIFICATION

Award type Award* Title Level Eligibility for award Classification of award

Total credits9 Minimum credits10 Ratio of marks11: Class of award

Final BSc (Hons)

Biological Sciences 6 Total credit 360 Minimum credit at level of award 100

Levels 5 and 6 (25:75) Honours degree

Intermediate BSc Biological Sciences 6 Total credit 300 Minimum credit at level of award 60

Level 6 marks Not applicable

Intermediate DipHE Biological Sciences 5 Total credit 240 Minimum credit at level of award 100

Level 5 marks Not applicable

Intermediate CertHE Biological Sciences 4 Total credit 120 Minimum credit at level of award 100

Level 4 marks Not applicable

*Foundation degrees only

Progression routes from award:

Award classifications Mark/ band % Foundation degree Honours degree Postgraduate12 degree (excludes PGCE and BM BS)

70% - 100% Distinction First (1) Distinction

60% - 69.99% Merit Upper second (2:1) Merit

50% - 59.99% Pass

Lower second (2:2) Pass

40% - 49.99% Third (3)

9 Total number of credits required to be eligible for the award. 10 Minimum number of credits required, at level of award, to be eligible for the award. 11 Algorithm used to determine the classification of the final award (all marks are credit-weighted). For a Masters degree, the mark for the final element (e.g, dissertation) must be in the corresponding class of award. 12 Refers to taught provision: PG Cert, PG Dip, Masters.

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EXAMINATION AND ASSESSMENT REGULATIONS

Please refer to the Course Approval and Review Handbook when completing this section.

The examination and assessment regulations for the course should be in accordance with the University’s General Examination and Assessment Regulations for Taught Courses (available from staffcentral or studentcentral).

Specific regulations which materially affect assessment, progression and award on the course e.g. Where referrals or repeat of modules are not permitted in line with the University’s General Examination and Assessment Regulations for Taught Courses.

The course regulations are in accordance with the University's General Examination and Assessment Regulations (GEAR)

In addition, the following course-specific regulations apply:

Students are expected to attend all lectures, laboratory classes, tutorials and seminars and to attempt all of the assessment tasks. Attendance may be used as a measure of engagement at Exam boards.

Students who do not pass all their modules at the first attempt may be offered referrals, at the discretion of the examination board. However, referral is not a right.

The placement BY380, is an optional module for which the student has a free choice of whether to register for it or not. If the student takes up the placement then the module must be included in the algorithm for calculation of the final award. Whilst the University will provide assistance and support, it remains the responsibility of students who select this module to find suitable placement.

Exceptions required by PSRB These require the approval of the Chair of the Academic Board