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BSc Bioscience Handbook 2013-2014

CONTENTS

A. Programme Specification and Curriculum Map for BSc Biosciences

1. Programme title BSc Biosciences2. Awarding institution Middlesex University3. Teaching institution Middlesex University4. Programme accredited by Middlesex University5. Final qualification Bsc Hons6. Academic year 2013/14

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7. Language of study English8. Mode of study

9. Criteria for admission to the programmeEvidence that have capacity to work at level 1+ for example:5 GCSEs (Grade C or above) or 5 GCEs (Grade C or above) including:English Language, MathematicsPlus one of the following:2 A2 Levels – 220-240 points – one should be a in a science or technology subject preferably Biology.A BTEC National Diploma or Certificate in an appropriate area normally with a minimum of 4 merits ORApplicants who have successfully completed a relevant ACCESS science course with a minimum of a pass mark ORApplicants who have successfully completed an appropriate Advanced GNVQ with at least 3 level III passes at merit standard. Mature students will be interviewed by the programme leader to discuss suitability for study at level 1.Overseas students are required to demonstrate competence in English e.g. TOEFL of 550 or IELTS 6.0. The programme is open to students with disabilities. Students who have a disability are welcome to contact the programme leader prior to applications to discuss any specific needs.

10. Aims of the programmeThe programme aims to:

provide underpinning knowledge in appropriate scientific disciplines to support learning

develop critical awareness of biological sciences exploring threads from bio-molecular to biosphere

provide a multi and inter-disciplinary understanding of the inter-relationship between humans, the natural and living world

develop competence in scientific methods of enquiry and problem solving abilities facilitate development of laboratory and field work skills promote autonomous learning instil a comprehension of the ever changing nature of knowledge and significance

of new developments within the field of biology enable students to appreciate the ethical issues associated with their fields of

study prepare students for work at postgraduate level prepare students for employment in relevant fields


11. Programme outcomesA. Knowledge and understandingOn completion of this programme the successful student will have knowledge and understanding of :1. Underpinning scientific principles 2. Evolutionary history and mechanisms,

and classification principles3. Form and function of cellular and multi-

cellular organisms.4. Levels and complexity of inter-

relationships between organisms5. Cross disciplinary nature of biosciences

and their study 6. Impact of human activity on environment

and vice versa7.Technological application of biosciences

Teaching/learning methodsStudents gain knowledge and understanding through attendance and participation in lectures, seminars, workshops, laboratory classes, fieldwork, group discussions. Blended learning is utilised in modules integrating taught, self directed and E-learning.Participating in assessment will also advance knowledge.

Assessment MethodFormative assessment such as online learning tests, peer evaluation, in-course tests, feedback of sample work will be used.

Students’ knowledge and understanding is assessed by seen and unseen examinations, laboratory/field work reports, essays, case studies, oral and poster presentations.

B. Cognitive (thinking) skillsOn completion of this programme the successful student will be able to:1. Review evidence and evaluate new

information, 2. Analyse and apply theories3. Critically evaluate information collated by

fieldwork/experiment or in literature4. Problem solve 5. Design research project, collect, analyse,

interpret and evaluate data6. Appreciate ethical problems

Teaching/learning methodsStudents learn cognitive skills through participation in seminars, workshops, group discussions, debates, peer review of seminar presentations, problem solving exercises and engaging in assessment activities.

Assessment MethodFormative assessment includes working with case studies, laboratory activities, engaging in workshops and seminars, designing and giving seminars.Students’ cognitive skills are summatively assessed by case studies, examinations – both seen and unseen, group work, problem solving exercises, dissertation and reflective journals.

C. Practical skillsOn completion of the programme the successful student will be able to:1. Competently perform laboratory

techniques 2. Execute field work appropriately 3. Interpret and evaluate data4. Recognise and respond to ethical and

health safety issues

Teaching/learning methodsStudents learn practical skills through participation in laboratory classes, field work and project work for dissertation.

Assessment MethodStudents’ practical skills are assessedformatively and summatively by


5. Recognise impact of investigative work on others, the environment and liv-ing organisms.

laboratory/field work reports, data evaluation exercises, case studies, dissertation, field/reflective journal

D. Graduate SkillsOn completion of this programme the successful student will be able to:1. Communication 2. Teamwork 3. Use of information technology4. Numeracy5. Effective learning6. Personal and career development

Teaching/learning methods Students learn transferable skills through participation in the programme, group work, exercises or case studies. Some skills are formally taught in specific modules and then embedded in all modules. Use is made of E-learning for ICT and numeracy skills in particular.

AssessmentStudents’ Transferable skills are integrated into both summative and formative assessment, which include written reports, case study analysis, portfolio, group and individual presentation, through examination and individual research dissertation. Skills may also be assessed through online quizzes, presentation of work by ICT, information retrieval and collation using web searches.

12. Programme structure (levels, modules, credits and progression requirements)

12. 1 Overall structure of the programme

The programme is studied over three academic years full-time or 5-6 academic years part-time. Full time students take 120 credits of learning in each year of study to give a total of 360 credits. Part-time students take 60-90 credits per year for 5 years.The programme is divided into study units called modules. Each module has a credit value of 30 credits. Each 30-credit module represents approximately 300 hours of student learning, endeavour and assessment. In order to obtain the BSc (Hons) a student will need to have studied 4 modules at Level 3+ (120 Credits). All students should take the 30 credit research methods module and 30 credit dissertation module.

12.2 Levels and modules

Starting in academic year 2010/11 the University is changing the way it references modules to state the level of study in which these are delivered. This is to comply with the national Framework for Higher Education Qualifications. This implementation will be a gradual process whilst records are updated. Therefore the old coding is bracketed below.


Level 1

COMPULSORY OPTIONAL PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS

Students must take all of the following:

BIO1601 - Elements of LifeBIO1603 - Functional Anatomy and PhysiologyBMS1503 - Laboratory PracticeBMS1403 - Principles of immunology and microbiology

Successful completion of compulsory modules at level 1

Level 2

COMPULSORY OPTIONAL PROGRESSION REQUIREMENTS


BIO2003 - Approaches to experimental researchBMS2113 - Metabolism and Biochemistry


Level 3COMPULSORY OPTIONAL PROGRESSION

REQUIREMENTS



BIO3300 - EvolutionBIO3330 - DissertationBIO3501 - MicrobiologyBIO3306 - Biology of Higher OrganismsBIO3303 - Biodiversity and Climate

Students must also choose at least 2 from the following:BIO3502 - BiotechnologyIPL3001 - Placement Learning


12.3 Non-compensatable modules (note statement in 12.2 regarding FHEQ levels)Module level Module codeLevel 1 BMS 1503, BIO 1601, BIO 1603Level 2 BIO2003 (Note, BIO3501 may only be compensated if BMS 1403 has

NOT been compensated), Level 3 BIO 3306, BIO 3303, BIO3330, BIO3300

13. A curriculum map relating learning outcomes to modulesSee Curriculum Map attached.

14. Information about assessment regulationsThe regulations applying to the programme are those common to the University.All components of work for each module must be passed at a minimum of grade 16.Students must attend all laboratory sessions and workshops to meet the learning outcomes. Attendance at seminars and workshops is compulsory. Fieldwork is also compulsory.A register of laboratory/seminar sessions will be kept.

15. Placement opportunities, requirements and support (if applicable)The programme includes an optional placement which is weighted at 30 credits. Students will be facilitated in securing a placement both with the support of the placement office and the programme leader. The placement may be taken either in a block between years 2 and 3 or as a day release placement during year 3. Students will be supported through their placement by a module tutor from the programme team and by a mentor from the placement. Both mentor and student will have a guide handbook to explain the placement requirements and students will keep an ongoing reflective diary of their experiences and also produce a critical appraisal of the organisation they work in. Students can be expected to be visited twice during their placement.

16. Future careers (if applicable)Skills and knowledge development through the programme coupled with the acquisition of analytical and critical appraisal skills enables graduates to enter a wide range of careers


and further study programmes. Successful graduates from this programme are well qualified and may progress to postgraduate study in a related discipline, teaching training for either primary or secondary school or to a research studentship. Employment may be sought on graduate training programmes, laboratory or technical work, conservation work or in other disciplines such as journalism for example.

17. Particular support for learning (if applicable)Learning Resources facilities at Hendon, Connection to data base services – Athens, Ingenta, Web of Science. A wide range of laboratories including Microbiology Laboratory, Science Laboratories, Biomedical Sciences Laboratory, Instrumentation room. Support on Campus includes Campus Dean of Students and student office. Support for students with special needs through ELLS, Disability Centre. Discussion boards on Oasis plus and other e-learning through OASIS plus.

18. JACS code (or other relevant coding system)

C500

19. Relevant QAA subject benchmark group(s)

Biosciences (2002)

20. Reference points QAA Benchmark, Biosciences, 2002 School of Health and Social Sciences Learning, Teaching and Assessment Policy and

Strategy, 2002-2005 Middlesex University Regulations 2006-2007 Middlesex University Learning Framework, 2006

21. Other informationExchange students – students could spend 1 year taking any of the modules on the programme with the appropriate pre-requisites. The dissertation module could not be taken by exchange students.

Please note programme specifications provide a concise summary of the main features of the programme and the learning outcomes that a typical student might reasonably be expected to achieve if s/he takes full advantage of the learning opportunities that are provided. More detailed information about the programme can be found in the student programme handbook and the University Regulation


Curriculum map for Biosciences ProgrammeThis section shows the highest level at which programme outcomes are to be achieved by all graduates, and maps programme learning outcomes against the modules in which they are assessed.

Programme learning outcomes

Knowledge and understanding Practical skills

A1 Underpinning scientific principles C1 Competently perform laboratory techniquesA2 Evolutionary history and mechanisms, and classification

principlesC2 Execute field work appropriately

A3 Form and function of cellular and multi-cellular organisms C3 Interpret and evaluate dataA4 Levels and complexity of inter-relationships between

organismsC4 Recognise and respond to ethical and safety issues

A5 Cross disciplinary nature of biosciences and their study C5 Recognise impact of investigative work on others, the environment and living organisms.

A6 Impact of human activity on environment and vice versa C6

A7 Technological application of biosciences C7

Cognitive skills Graduate Skills

B1 Review evidence and evaluate new information D1 CommunicationB2 Analyse and apply theories D2 TeamworkB3 Critically evaluate information collated by

fieldwork/experiment or in literatureD3 Use of information technology

B4 Problem solve D4 NumeracyB5 Design research project, collect, analyse, interpret and

evaluate dataD5 Effective learning

B6 Appreciate ethical problems D6 Personal and career developmentB7 D7

Programme outcomes

A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5 C6 D1

Highest level achieved by all graduates

Module Title Module Codeby Level

Programme outcomesA1 A2 A3 A4 A5 A6 A7 B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 B6 C1 C2 C3 C4 C5

Elements of Life BIO1601 x x x x x x x x x xImmunology & Microbiology BMS1403 x x x x x x xFunctional Anatomy and Physiology BIO1603 x x x x x xLaboratory Practice BMS1503 x x x x x x x xApproaches to experimental Research BIO2003 x x x x x xMetabolism and Biochemistry BMS2113 x x x x x x xMicrobiology BIO3501 x x x x x x x x x x xEvolution BIO3300 x x x x x x x x x x x x x

Dissertation BIO3330 x x x x x x x* x* x x x

Biotechnology BIO3502 x x x x x x x x x x xBiodiversity and Climate BIO3303 x x x x x x x x x x x xBiology of Higher Organisms BIO3306 x x x x x x x x x x xPlacement Learning IPL3001 x x x x

* Depending on whether a field-based or a laboratory-based dissertation.

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