In this module, you will learn the essential concepts and skills that form the backbone of a degree in biological sciences. Through theory and practical sessions this module will systematically guide you through every level of biological organisation, from the smallest cellular structures through to studying animal behaviour and ecology. Throughout this module you will develop academic, practical and analysis skills to support your career development as you advance your studies in the biological sciences.

Option on Minor in Forensic Biology

The module will introduce you to a range of analytical and identification techniques used in forensic investigations. There will be a focus on contact traces recovered from crime scenes and how they are used as evidence. Practicals will enable you to have hands on experience in applying techniques.

This module will explore how crime, deviance and harm are constructed, perceived and responded to in society. This content will include key ideas associated with differential treatment and experiences of the criminal justice system for marginalised and under-represented groups in society. There will also be a theoretical and practical exploration of the interrelationships between crime and harm, social problems and their context. This will support students to look beyond traditional frameworks to focus on non-conventional forms of crime and harm, especially those committed by the ‘powerful’. The module will also assist students in developing the core academic skills needed throughout their Undergraduate degree. This will include guidance for searching, identifying and engaging with relevant academic literature to effectively organise and articulate ideas and arguments. Furthermore, students will be encouraged to seek opportunities to develop their career readiness. Through this, students will be guided and supported to discover their interests and passions to enable them to explore potential career paths.

This module offers a critical excursion of theory, legislation, policy and practice in the domain of contemporary youth justice. Children and young people may be considered both victim and offender and students within this module will explore representations of this stage of the life-course. This module provides students with a critical insight into criminal justice and societal responses to children and young people in conflict with the law. Through exploration of public, political and media attention to children and young people alongside modern reformers and activists, students will develop an ability to communicate arguments relevant to youth justice. This module aims to provide students with the key skills to develop an alternative assessment of the ‘youth crime problem’. Students will learn about personal and professional opportunities and develop an ability to respond to feedback about practical and academic work relevant to contemporary youth justice.

Chinese: Intermediate Language Development (20 Credits) Option

This module is designed for students who have completed GCSE in Chinese or equivalent. You will further develop your grammar, vocabulary and learning conventions for spelling and pronunciation. You will work with written and recorded texts on a range of cultural, personal and social topics and will develop oral and written communication skills at an intermediate level.

French: Communication in Practice (20 Credits) Option

This module is designed for students that have completed A-Level or equivalent in French. You will further develop your grammar, vocabulary and expression and apply these to real world situations. You will work with written and recorded texts on a range of cultural, personal and social topics and will develop your oral and written communication skills at Post-A level.

French: Intermediate Language Development (20 Credits) Option

This module is designed for students who have completed GCSE or equivalent in French. You will further develop your grammar, vocabulary and learning conventions for spelling and pronunciation. You will work with written and recorded texts on a range of cultural, personal and social topics and will develop oral and written communication skills at an intermediate level.

German: Communication in Practice (20 Credits) Option

This module enables students with A-Level German or equivalent to further develop their grammar, vocabulary and expression and apply these to real world situations. You will work with written and recorded texts on a range of cultural, personal and social topics and will develop your oral and written communication skills at Post-A level.

Spanish: Communication in Practice (20 Credits) Option

This module is designed for students that have completed a A-Level or equivalent in Spanish. You will further develop your grammar, vocabulary and expression and apply these to real world situations. You will work with written and recorded texts on a range of cultural, personal and social topics and will develop oral and written communication skills at Post-A level.

Spanish: Intermediate Language Development (20 Credits) Option

This module is designed for students that have completed GCSE or equivalent in Spanish. You will further develop your grammar, vocabulary and learning conventions for spelling and pronunciation. You will work with written and recorded texts on a range of cultural, personal and social topics and will develop oral and written communication skills at an intermediate level.

Subsidiary Language for Beginners (20 Credits) Option

This module provides the opportunity to study a new language from scratch and introduces you to basic grammar, vocabulary and cultural contexts. You will apply the language to practical situations using both oral and written skills.