Infection and Immunity BSc

University College London (UCL)

United Kingdom, London

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University College London (UCL)

United Kingdom , London

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

C550

Campuses

London

Bloomsbury

Hampstead (Royal Free Hospital)

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines 25-Jan-2023

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Duration 3 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 36,500 / year

Apply Date 25-Jan-2023

Infection and Immunity BSc

About

Course overview

If you are looking to build a fulfilling career in the biomedical sciences, our BSc in Infection and Immunity is an ideal springboard.

Infectious agents are fantastic tools for discovery in cell and molecular biology, immunology, human biology, and evolution. Our BSc Infection and Immunity is a great way to develop a broad knowledge of the immune system and infectious agents in health and disease, cell and molecular biology, and the function of the human body.

Year one covers the function of human organs and systems. Year two provides continued training in scientific skills with increasing focus on infection and immunity, and year three covers state-of-the-art infection and immunity. You will become familiar with the language and concepts of the highest-level research and start thinking like an investigator.

Taught over two sites in London, this degree combines innovative blended learning with extensive hands-on teaching, culminating in a research project in the final year. You will emerge with the skills necessary for fulfilling careers in the biomedical sciences.

What this course will give you

This programme offers you the following benefits and opportunities.

The language and concepts of infection and immunity.
Exposure to the latest thinking in this field.
Insight into the scientific method, and how to critically assess scientific literature.
In-depth understanding of the immune system, immune dysfunction, and the pathogenesis, prevention, and control of infectious disease.
A broad biomedical science knowledge.
An emphasis on current research, communication, and critical analysis.

Gain an insight into how discovery science is carried out at the very highest level on this research-informed BSc. You'll learn about the science of infection and immunity, drawing on the world-class research carried out in the UCL Division of Infection and Immunity.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

A levels IB Diploma Other qualifications

Grades: AAA
Subjects: Biology and Chemistry required. Mathematics preferred.
GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade B or 6.

Contextual offer information

Grades: ABB more about contextual offers
Subjects: No specific subjects. At least two A level subjects should be taken from UCL's list of preferred A level subjects.
GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade B or 6.

Points: 38
Subjects: A total of 18 points in three higher level subjects including 6 in Biology and Chemistry, plus Mathematics preferred with no higher level score below 5. The programme will accept either 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' or 'Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation' at higher level.

Contextual offer

Points: 34 more about contextual offers
Subjects: A total of 16 points in three higher level subjects including Biology and Chemistry, plus Mathematics preferred with no higher level score below 5. The programme will accept either 'Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches' or 'Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation' at higher level.

UK applicants qualifications

For entry requirements with other UK qualifications accepted by UCL, choose your qualification from the list below:

Equivalent qualification

Pass in Access to HE Diploma with a minimum of 33 credits at Distinction and 12 credits at Merit, all from Level 3 units. Please note, where subject specific requirements are stipulated at A level we may review your Access to HE syllabus to ensure you meet the subject specific requirements prior to a final decision being communicated.

BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF) or BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF - teaching from 2016) with Distinction, Distinction, Distinction to include Distinction in Biology and Chemitsry, plus Mathematics preferred.

D3,D3,D3 in three Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects. Biology and Chemistry required, plus Mathematics preferred.

A,A,A at Advanced Highers (or A,A at Advanced Higher and A,A,A at Higher), including Biology and Chemistry at Advanced Higher, plus Mathematics preferred.

Not acceptable for entrance to this programme.

Successful completion of the WBQ Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate plus 2 GCE A levels at grades AAA. Biology and Chemistry required, plus Mathematics preferred.

International applications

Country-specific information, including details of when UCL representatives are visiting your part of the world, can be obtained from the International Students website.

English Program Requirements

The English language level for this programme is: Level 3

Information about the evidence required, acceptable qualifications and test providers can be found on our English language requirements page.

A variety of English language programmes are offered at the UCL Centre for Languages & International Education.

Career

The foundation of your career

By nature, the study of infection and immunity draws on a mix of scientific disciplines, a hallmark of good science. Together, infections, immune responses and immune dysfunction contribute to a vast array of diseases. So, far from being too specialised, a deep understanding of infection and immunity opens the door to many different careers in biomedical sciences.

Employability

As a graduate of this programme, you'll leave us with a robust and transferable mix of skills in critical analysis, data interpretation, communication, and independent thinking.

You'll be well placed to apply to the most competitive postgraduate programmes and well equipped for a career in research, teaching or associated biomedical professions.