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BIOLOGICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES UNDERGRADUATE

SCHOOL OF BIOLOGICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES

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The School of Biological and Environmental Sciences is involved in extensive research and collaborates with academics in every continent across the world. Our expertise lies in the disciplines of anthropology, animal behaviour, conservation, neurobiology, evolutionary and environmental genetics, epigenetics, ecology, geography, climate change and environmental sustainability. The School’s Research Centre in Evolutionary Anthropology and Palaeoecology fosters cross-

WE CONDUCT WORLD-LEADING RESEARCH

77% OF THE RESEARCH OUTPUTS FROM THE SCHOOL ARE RANKED WORLD-LEADING OR INTERNATIONALLY EXCELLENT. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE† IS PLACED 13TH IN THE UK FOR RESEARCH POWER (REF 2021). † Earth Systems and Environmental Sciences Unit of Assessment

disciplinary research and teaching into human and animal ‘life on Earth’.

Equality, diversity and inclusivity The School is fully committed to promoting a learning environment that supports a culture of diversity and inclusivity (DI). To facilitate this work, we have an DI Coordinator (the strategic lead for DI) who chairs a School DI Panel, and a Disability Support Coordinator. Additionally, Personal Tutors play a vital role in promoting awareness of support services for students.

BYROM STREET IS HOME TO WORLD-CLASS FACILITIES WE ARE LUCKY TO HOUSE A RANGE OF CUTTING-EDGE FACILITIES. YOU WILL LEARN IN NEW, STATE-OF-THEART SCIENCE LABORATORIES AND EXCELLENT TEACHING SPACES.

POULTON RESEARCH PROJECT We have longstanding links with the Poulton Research Project, a community archaeology project in Cheshire. Finds from this site span an incredible 9,000 years and include carefully worked pre-historic flints and 17th century artefacts from the English Civil War. Over 1,000 human skeletons from the site are stored in LJMU’s world-class osteology laboratories, and the medieval chapel’s burial ground also acts as a training excavation site for our forensic anthropology students.

CHESTER ZOO We have excellent links with the award-winning Chester Zoo. It is one of the world’s top zoos, with 37,000 animals from more than 500 species and active conservation projects both within the UK and abroad. Many students have completed research projects and placements with the zoo. Students on our Animal Behaviour, Wildlife Conservation and Zoology programmes also complete field trips to the zoo.

*FIELD TRIP COSTS Practical and field activities underpin all programmes in the School. PPE is provided for all necessary practical work. There are no costs for day field trips for core and optional modules. Residential field trips associated with core modules are subsidised and include travel and full-board or B&B accommodation costs (BSc (Hons) Biology, BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour, BSc (Hons) Climate and Environment Sciences, BSc (Hons) Environmental Science, BSc Hons) Geography, BSc (Hons) Wildlife Conservation and BSc (Hons) Zoology). Any residential field trips for optional modules will incur a cost to the student. Locations may be subject to change and also subject to national and international travel restrictions.

RANKED IN THE TOP 20 UNIVERSITIES IN THE UK FOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES Uni Compare Subject Rankings 2027

FOUNDATION YEAR DEGREES If you don’t have the qualifications to enter directly onto the programme of your choosing, then one of our foundation year degrees might be the ideal option for you. The Biological and Environmental Sciences Foundation Years are not assessed via end of year examinations and tests but by more creative assessments spread across the year.

Once you pass the foundation year you progress directly onto the first year of the honours degree. This means that you will be studying for a minimum of four years, which may increase to five if your course of choice has a sandwich year as part of the degree. All of the degrees within the School of Biological and Environmental Sciences are available as a foundation year.

BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour with Foundation Year UCAS code: C302

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BSc (Hons) Biology with Foundation Year UCAS code: 7A24

n Organisms in Action

BSc (Hons) Climate and Environment Sciences with Foundation Year UCAS code: SCCF

n Living in a Changing World

n Mechanisms of Life n Biodiversity and Environment

BSc (Hons) Environmental Science with Foundation Year UCAS code: SENF BSc (Hons) Forensic Anthropology with Foundation Year UCAS code: 3D49 BSc (Hons) Geography with Foundation Year UCAS code: F801 BSc (Hons) Human Biology with Foundation Year UCAS code: CHBF BSc (Hons) Wildlife Conservation with Foundation Year UCAS code: 6Z79 BSc (Hons) Zoology with Foundation Year UCAS code: C303

Entry Requirements Typical Offer (UCAS tariff points): DDD (72 UCAS tariff points) | A levels subject specific requirement: Must have Level 3 qualification and GCSE Grade 4 or above in Maths and Science | General Studies acceptable? Yes | BTEC Diploma grades/subjects required: BTEC Diploma DM | BTEC Extended Diploma grades/subjects required: BTEC Extended Diploma MMP | GCSE/standard grade: Grade C/Grade 4 or above in English Language and Mathematics. Equivalent qualifications may be accepted | Interview required? No interview required (UCAS application form only) | DBS check required? A DBS check is not required for your application, however a DBS may be required for modules where there is a work-based learning placement option. Work-based learning placements that do not require a DBS check are available.

EXPLORE THE WORLD Did you know that LJMU students have the opportunity to discover more about the world by studying, working or volunteering abroad? Whether you are looking to enhance your degree, improve your employability or have a life-changing experience, you could gain funding to help you realise your goals. Where and when you can go will depend on your programme of study.

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I went to Pano Lefkara in Cyprus on a summer placement with Grampus Heritage and Training Limited. The placement was fully funded and was a great opportunity to explore another country while working on projects. Bethany Royle BSc (Hons) Forensic Anthropology

SCHOLARSHIPS LJMU recognises hard working and inspirational applications through our generous scholarship fund. Awarded in recognition of personal achievement, you could receive either £1,000 or £5,000 for every year of your course*. So whether you’re an academic high flyer or a dedicated volunteer, we want to reward your success.

ljmu.ac.uk/scholarships *Provided you meet certain criteria, see terms and conditions online: ljmu.ac.uk/scholarships

I carried out a placement volunteering for the Society for the Protection of Turtles in Northern Cyprus. I really enjoyed getting real experience of a conservation job. Rebecca Mabbutt BSc (Hons) Wildlife Conservation

The course is extremely interesting. There are lots of hands-on practical sessions which help you understand all of the material you need to be successful on the course. The teaching support at LJMU is great. The lecturers are understanding and easy to talk to and whenever you have a question, there’s always someone there to help you. Jordan Burns Graduate, BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour

There are so many different aspects of climate change you can study. This degree will definitely put me in a good position to find a job – particularly as it was the first climate change course in the country. Freya Richards BSc (Hons) Climate and Environment Sciences

ANIMAL BEHAVIOUR BSc (Hons) Learn from experts in animal behaviour and complete work-related learning with a variety of animal-related organisations, such as overseas research projects, zoos, wildlife parks and rescue centres. The course explains animal behaviour in relation to evolution, ecology, physiology, neurobiology and genetics.

MODULES Please note that your choice of options may be subject to timetabling constraints.

Level 4 • Practical Skills for Animal Behaviour • Genetics and Evolution • Animal Behaviour • Ecology and Conservation • Exploring the Natural World • Animal Physiology Level 5 • Research Skills and Employability • Behavioural Ecology • Animal Communication • Brain, Hormones and Behaviour Optional Modules: • Animal Field Skills • Animals in Motion • Companion Animal Behaviour • Study Year Abroad • Study Semester Abroad Level 6 • Research Project • Current Topics in Animal Behaviour Optional Modules: • Advanced Field Skills Expedition • Animal Learning and Cognition • Zoo Conservation and Genebanks • Animal Welfare • Applied Animal Behaviour • Current Topics in Primatology • Neurobiology • Work-based learning UNDERGRADUATE COURSES 2027 ljmu.ac.uk

COURSE OVERVIEW • Study the behaviour of wild and captive animals, with opportunities for fieldwork • Optional residential fieldwork with possible destinations including Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, and Doñana National Park, Spain • Opportunities for work-related learning, study abroad and/or a year-long sandwich placement • Prepares you for a career in science, animal welfare, animal management or conservation • Taught by animal behaviour experts at the forefront of modern research • Specialist lectures from visiting animal behaviour experts

WORK-RELATED LEARNING The course provides plenty of opportunities for first-hand work experience via an optional yearlong sandwich placement or a 4-6 week learning placement. A placement tutor and the Placement Learning Support Unit will support you in securing a placement. Once you start, you will have regular support and contact from a placement supervisor. Students will be required to pay any travel costs, visas and accommodation associated with workbased and placement learning.

CAREER PROSPECTS You will enjoy varied career opportunities both in the UK and overseas. Recent graduates have secured full-time employment in roles such as Research Officers, Animal Colony Managers and Animal Welfare Coordinators in organisations such as: Combe Martin Wildlife Park, Chester Zoo, Dolphin Quest, Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, Genus, Newquay Zoo, RSPCA and North Clwyd Animal Rescue. Other graduates have opted for postgraduate study (teacher training, MSc, MPhil or PhD), pursuing a career in science and academia or have set up their own businesses.

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UCAS code: C301 FOUNDATION ROUTE AVAILABLE Typical Offer (UCAS tariff points): BCC (104) A levels minimum requirement: 2 A levels subject specific requirement: Biology, Psychology or a related science Grade C or above General Studies acceptable? No BTEC Diploma grades/subjects required: D*D if studied on its own or to the total of 104 UCAS points if combined with other qualifications BTEC Extended Diploma grades/subjects required: DMM in a relevant scientific area GCSE/standard grade: Grade C/Grade 4 or above in English Language and Mathematics. Equivalent qualifications may be accepted Interview required? No DBS check required? A DBS check is not required for your application, however a DBS may be required for modules where there is a work-based learning placement option. Work-based learning placements that do not require a DBS check are available. Course duration (Yrs): 3/4 FT Start month: September Campus location: City Campus

I find learning about the way animals’ brains work and the animal behavioural side of the course particularly interesting. Becky Duckworth Graduate

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BIOLOGY BSc (Hons) The professionally-accredited BSc (Hons) Biology opens up the fascinating subject of biology, providing a core understanding of biological theory and practical skills, whilst giving you the opportunity to study a variety of specialisms, including genetics, ecology, microbiology, neurobiology, health and disease.

MODULES Please note that your choice of options may be subject to timetabling constraints.

Level 4 • Practical Skills for Biology • Genetics and Evolution • Ecology and Conservation • Physiology • Exploring the Natural World • Microbiology Level 5 • Research Skills and Employability • Diversity and Evolution of Life • Physiology of Life Optional Modules: • Ecology Field Skills • Genes and Genomes • Marine and Freshwater Biology • Biological Innovations • Immunology and Medical Microbiology • Developmental Biology • Study Abroad Level 6 • Research Project • Health and Disease Optional Modules: • Applications of Genetics • Frontiers of Ecology • Advanced Field Skills Expedition • Parasites and Pathogens • Applied Marine Biology • Forensic Bioscience

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• Environmental Consulting • Neuroendocrinology • Clinical Immunology and Medical Microbiology • Neurobiology • Work-Based Learning

COURSE OVERVIEW • Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology • Optional modules across a range of subjects, such as genetics, neurobiology, ecology, immunology, marine biology and developmental biology. This gives you the opportunity to tailor your degree to any area of biology • Extensive hands-on laboratory work in state-of-the-art teaching facilities • Opportunity for self-funded overseas field expedition – possible destination is Doñana National Park, Spain • Stepping stone to careers in diverse fields, such as genetics, microbiology, embryology, clinical science, radiography and environmental sciences

WORK-RELATED LEARNING You have the opportunity to undertake a short (4-6 week) work-based placement or a 12-month placement with a relevant organisation in the UK or abroad. This will not only give you a chance to put into practice what you have learnt in the first two years, it will also help you develop your personal skills and add real value to your CV. Many students who undertake placements have gone on to work for the same organisation after they graduate. Students will be required to pay any travel costs, visas and accommodation associated with workbased and placement learning.

CAREER PROSPECTS

UCAS code: C100

Biology graduates have gone into employment in a wide range of roles, including clinical science, embryology, research and development laboratories, microbiological food and water safety or ecological roles. Our graduates work at a number of organisations including: the NHS (various roles including the Scientist Training Programme), Astra Zeneca, Unilever, UK Health Security Agency, Axion Veterinary Laboratories, Francis Crick Institute, MedImmune, Eurofins Forensics, Elucigene Diagnostics, The Christie Hospital; conservation organisations including Chester Zoo, Brecknock Wildlife Trust and Operation Wallacea; and environmental agencies, such as Natural England and Kingfisher Environmental Services. Some prefer to continue their studies with postgraduate study (PGCE/PGDE, MSc, MPhil, MRes or PhD) in topics as wide ranging as human nutrition, oncology, molecular medicine, tropical medicine and embryology, or others go into teaching and lecturing.

Typical Offer (UCAS tariff points): BCC (104) A levels minimum requirement: 2 A levels subject specific requirement: Biology or a related science at grade C or above General Studies acceptable? No BTEC Extended Diploma grades/subjects required: DMM if studied on its own or to the total of 104 points when combined with other qualifications GCSE/standard grade: Grade C/Grade 4 or above in English Language and Mathematics. Equivalent qualifications may be accepted Interview required? No DBS check required? A DBS check is not required for your application, however a DBS may be required for modules where there is a work-based learning placement option. Work-based learning placements that do not require a DBS check are available.

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Course duration (Yrs): 3/4 FT Start month: September Campus location: City Campus

The laboratory sessions are my favourite part of the course as you have the chance to get stuck in and learn new things. KatIe Bush Graduate

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I enjoy the hands-on learning and getting lots of experience with forensic work and bones. LJMU’s science facilities, libraries and places to work are excellent. Tristan Speakman BSc (Hons) Forensic Anthropology

LJMU is really good for pastoral care, as well as giving you excellent course content Elvina Atherton BSc (Hons) Biology

CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT SCIENCES BSc (Hons) Climate Change is a pressing and challenging issue facing society. The BSc in Climate and Environment Sciences allows students to investigate the issue using interdisciplinary skills.

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COURSE OVERVIEW

Level 4 • Geographical and Environmental Skills • Dynamic Earth • Environmental Risks and Responses • Ecology: From Fundamentals to the Future Level 5 • GIS and Employability • Environmental Pollution Choice of core fieldwork: • International Environments or Conservation Practise Optional Modules: • Ecology Field Skills • Wildlife and Ecosystem • Management • Marine and Freshwater Biology • Global Issues, Local Challenges • Climate Change Level 6 • Dissertation • Geographical and Environmental Consultancy Optionsal Modules • Communities and Conservation • Expedition: Changing Environments • Renewables and Low Carbon Futures • Environmental Modelling and GIS • Environmental Change • Casatrophic Futures • Work-Based Learning

• Investigate climate and environment sciences using interdisciplinary skills to tackle pressing issues

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• Taught by highly experienced, research-active staff • Core international and UK residential field trips are included in your fees*. These are currently to Iceland and North Wales • Focus on skill acquisition via practical workshops and field learning • Access to brand new, state-of-the-art computing facilities and analytical equipment • Excellent employment opportunities in areas such as: climate environmental management; consultancy; operational government authorities; engineering and surveying; civil service; and Geographical Information Systems • Options to undertake work placements of 4-6 weeks and/or 12 months • Options to study abroad for part of the degree with support from the Go Abroad Scheme

WORK-RELATED LEARNING Work-related learning is a crucial element of your studies. The best way to experience the world of work is by opting to undertake a 12-month placement or there is also an option to do a short (4-6 week) placement. With the support of a placement tutor, you will be given the opportunity to work for a geography or environment-related organisation and put into practice skills and knowledge gained in your first two years of study. As well as giving you a chance to develop personal skills and take a break from formal study, this experience will add real value to your CV and significantly boost your employability prospects. In

fact, many of our students have subsequently been offered work with the same organisation or through contacts made. Students will be required to pay any travel costs, visas and accommodation associated with work-based and placement learning.

CAREER PROSPECTS Climate Change is a global issue affecting a large number of environmental processes and socioeconomic aspects of life, therefore graduates will have a broad range of career prospects. Graduates could work for environmental management companies and consultancies such as Mouchel, Amec Foster Wheeler and Applied iGeology; operational government authorities such as the Environment Agency and Natural England; in engineering and surveying roles and in the business and insurance sector. Roles in science communication and science policy through governmental and non-governmental organisations also offer employability opportunities, as well teaching, the civil service and a range of GIS (Geographical Information Systems) related roles across various (non-environment) employment sectors. Further study, including master’s programmes, will enable you to develop your research skills in more specific areas of the wider climate, life and environmental sciences or you may wish to transfer to an environmental engineering related master’s to develop a more vocational career.

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UCAS code: SCCD

FOUNDATION ROUTE AVAILABLE Typical Offer (UCAS tariff points): BCC (104) A levels minimum requirement: 2 A levels subject specific requirement: Geography or related science/social science Grade C or above General Studies acceptable? No BTEC Extended Diploma grades/subjects required: DMM if studied on its own or to the total of 104 points when combined with other qualifications GCSE/standard grade: Grade C/Grade 4 or above in English Language and Mathematics. Equivalent qualifications may be accepted Interview required? No DBS check required? A DBS check is not required for your application, however a DBS may be required for modules where there is a work-based learning placement option. Work-based learning placements that do not require a DBS check are available. Course duration (Yrs): 3/4 FT Start month: September Campus location: City Campus

Turn your passion for changing climate into the skills to shape a better future. Investigate the science behind climate change and its impact on our planet, combining hands-on fieldwork, laboratory investigations and data analysis with practical approaches to environmental challenges. Build the expertise to understand climate risks, develop sustainable solutions and help tackle the environmental challenges of tomorrow. Monica McCard Programme Leader

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ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE BSc (Hons) The environment is currently facing major challenges, such as climate change, pollution and decreasing biodiversity. Studying this BSc (Hons) in Environmental Science will allow you to investigate the challenges we are facing and learn how to tackle these pressing issues.

COURSE OVERVIEW MODULES Level 4 • Geographical and Environmental Skills • Dynamic Earth • Environmental Risks and Responses • Ecology: From Fundamentals to the Future Level 5 • Ecology Field Skills • International Environments • GIS and Employability • Environmental Pollution Optional Modules: • Wildlife and Ecosystem Management • Marine and Freshwater Biology • Global Issues, Local Challenges • Climate Change • International Environments • Conservation Practice Level 6 • Dissertation • Geographical and Environmental Consultancy Optional Modules: • Frontiers of Ecology • Contemporary Issues in Conservation • Communities and Conservation • Expedition: Changing Environments • Renewables and Low Carbon Futures • Environmental Modelling and GIS • Environmental Change • Work-Based Learning

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• Accredited by the Community for Environmental Disciplines in Higher Education (CEDHE), the education committee of the Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES) • Study the topical issue of environmental sciences. This new course covers the major challenges currently facing the environment and solutions to tackle them • Core international and UK residential field trips are included in your fees*. These are currently to Greece and North Wales • Access to state-of-the-art computing facilities and analytical equipment • Prepares you for a career in the expanding green jobs employment sector, with excellent employment opportunities in areas such as: environmental management; consultancy; government authorities; engineering and surveying; civil service; and Geographical Information Systems • Taught by experienced research-active staff across the School of Biological and Environmental Sciences • Focus on skill acquisition via practical workshops and field learning • Options to undertake work placements of 4-6 weeks and/or a 12 month sandwich year • Options to study abroad for part of the degree with support from the Go Abroad Scheme

WORK-RELATED LEARNING The programme includes module options to enable you to develop your external work-based learning. This includes a Work-Based Learning module, where 4-6 weeks are spent with a host employer and a sandwich year, where you can gain 12 months of work experience following your second year of study. You also have two work-based learning projects, which have been developed for level 5 and level 6 students for the GIS and Employability and Coastal and Marine Management modules. These projects are led by external partners and give you the opportunity to undertake projects in the real-world workplace. Students will be required to pay any travel costs, visas and accommodation associated with workbased and placement learning.

CAREER PROSPECTS Environmental Science graduates have a broad range of career prospects in the expanding green jobs employment sector. This includes all areas of environmental monitoring, management, as well as consultancy roles in the water, resources and sustainability sectors. Example roles include working as Environmental Consultants operating in multinational consultancies and operational government authorities such as the Environment Agency and Natural England. Beyond the directly applied career opportunities, graduates can gain employment in teaching, the civil service and a range of Geographical Information Systems and analyst-related roles across non-environment employment sectors.

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UCAS code: SENS

Turn your passion for the planet into the skills to make a difference. Explore the science behind the environmental challenges shaping our world, with hands-on fieldwork, laboratory investigations and data analysis. Develop the knowledge and practical skills to understand and tackle issues such as biodiversity loss, pollution, climate change and environmental degradation – helping to create a more sustainable future. Monica McCard Programme Leader

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FORENSIC ANTHROPOLOGY BSc (Hons) Acquire a solid grounding in human biology and skeletal anatomy, human variation, environmental sciences and forensic techniques to prepare you for a career as a forensic anthropologist.

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COURSE OVERVIEW

Level 4 • Introduction to Biological Anthropology • Crime Scene Investigation • Genetics and Evolution • Introduction to Archaeology • Forensic Field Skills • Forensic Science Level 5 • Human Osteology • Human Anatomy and Genetics • Excavation and Analytical Techniques • Forensic Methods • Forensic Human Identification Optional Modules: • Trace Evidence Analysis • World Archaeology Level 6 • Palaeopathology • Advanced Forensic Anthropology • Research Project - Forensic Anthropology Optional Modules: • Advanced Forensic Methods • Expert Witness • Forensic Bioscience • Work-Based Learning • Forensic Anthropological Genetics • Forensic Archaeology • Geoforensics

• Accredited by the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences • Extensive hands-on fieldwork and laboratory work. Training in the excavation of medieval human remains on the Poulton Archaeological Project • Opportunity to study abroad for a semester or year or to undertake a year-long work placement • You will be actively involved in excavating medieval human burial sites in Cheshire and have access to extensive collections of human skeletal remains • Taught by experts in forensic anthropology, forensic archaeology, human osteology, genetics, crime scene analysis, disaster victim identification and mass graves investigation • Specialist facilities including osteology labs with digital X-ray, 3D laser scanning and printing equipment, geophysics equipment for detecting grave sites, plus scene-of-crime houses and laboratories

WORK-RELATED LEARNING You will have the opportunity to undertake a 12-month sandwich placement and/or a 4-6 week placement with a relevant organisation in the UK or abroad. This will give you a chance to put what you have learnt into practice, develop your personal and subject-related skills and acquire new skills to enhance your CV. Students will be required to pay any travel costs, visas and accommodation associated with workbased and placement learning.

CAREER PROSPECTS In the wake of natural disasters or conflicts, international aid and human rights organisations recruit forensic anthropologists to assist in the

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recovery and identification of human remains for repatriation and legal purposes. Forensic companies, police departments, universities, museums, industry and government laboratories all recruit graduates. Some graduates have taken their studies further with a master’s Degree or PhD. Forensic Anthropology techniques are also used in archaeological excavations to recover human remains in the UK and abroad and offer another potential field of employment. Your transferable skills will also enable you to compete in the wider job market, for instance in secondary school teaching and the allied health sciences.

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UCAS code: FL4P

FOUNDATION ROUTE AVAILABLE Typical Offer (UCAS tariff points): BCC (104) A levels minimum requirement: 2 General Studies acceptable? No BTEC Extended Diploma grades/subjects required: DMM if studied on its own or to the total of 104 points when combined with other qualifications GCSE/standard grade: Grade C/Grade 4 or above in English Language and Mathematics. Equivalent qualifications may be accepted Interview required? No DBS check required? A DBS check is not required for your application, however a DBS may be required for modules where there is a work-based learning placement option. Work-based learning placements that do not require a DBS check are available. Course duration (Yrs): 3/4 FT Start month: September Campus location: City Campus

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LJMU WAS RANKED AMONG THE TOP 20 UNIVERSITIES IN THE UK FOR ANTHROPOLOGY

I really enjoy the practical lessons. It’s very engaging to be able to handle human skeletal remains and learn so much from them. Malin Olsen Graduate

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GEOGRAPHY BSc (Hons) Exploring the way in which our physical environment develops and how humans affect natural processes and interact within the world form the basis of the BSc (Hons) Geography. This programme offers plenty of opportunities to apply your knowledge in practical contexts.

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COURSE OVERVIEW

Level 4 • Geographical and Environmental Skills • Dynamic Earth • Environmental Risks and Responses • Society and Place Level 5 • International Environments • GIS and Employability Optional Modules: • Geographies of Health and Inequality • Environmental Pollution • Global Issues, Local Challenges • Climate Change Level 6 • Dissertation • Geographical and Environmental Consultancy Optional Modules: • Communities and Conservation • Expedition: Changing Environments • Renewables and Low Carbon Futures • Environmental Modelling and GIS • Environmental Change • Catastrophic Futures • Work-Based Learning

• Accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG)

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• Core international and UK residential field trips are included in your fees. These are currently to Greece and North Wales • Focus on practical and field based learning activities so students develop applied skills and graduate work ready • Access to state-of-the-art Geographical Information Systems suite and analytical equipment • Regular extra curricular employability events, giving students the opportunity to network with high profile companies

WORK-RELATED LEARNING You can undertake a 12-month sandwich placement and/or a 4-6 week placement. With the support of a placement tutor and the Placement Learning Support Unit, you will have the opportunity to carry out work-based and placement learning for a

geography or environment-related organisation. You will put into practice skills and knowledge gained in your first two years of study. Many students are offered work with the same organisation or through contacts made. Students will be required to pay any travel costs, visas and accommodation associated with work-based and placement learning.

CAREER PROSPECTS Recent Geography graduates have found employment with the Environment Agency, local authorities, transport and urban planning, the renewable energy sector and the water industry as flood risk consultants and water supply and distribution advisers. Others have entered the geoscience industry working as engineering geologists and soil scientists. Graduates are highly employable because of their transferrable skills, particularly using GIS in geographical applications. Careers in other fields such as financial consultancy, marketing and sales, insurance risk and loss assessment, further education, research and teaching are also an option.

UCAS code: F800

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From environmental degradation through to economic development and social inequality, geography is central to understanding many of the world’s most important issues. Through fieldwork, research and hands-on learning, our BSc Geography degree helps students develop the skills and abilities they need to address the big challenges facing our planet and its communities. Neil Simcock Programme Leader

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HUMAN BIOLOGY BSc (Hons) The new BSc (Hons) Human Biology provides a deep understanding of the human body, its anatomy and biological processes – from the molecular level to the whole organism, and related hot topics such as health, disease and the impact of ageing on societies.

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COURSE OVERVIEW

Level 4 • Exploring the Natural World • Practical Skills for Biology • Genetics and Evolution • Principles of Human Nutrition • Microbiology • Anatomy and Physiology Level 5 • Research Skills and Employability • Physiology of Life • Ageing • Genes and Genomes Optional Modules: • Human Osteology • Food Chain Sustainability • Food Technology and Development • Eating Behaviour for Sport and Health • Immunology and Medical Microbiology • Developmental Biology Level 6 • Research Project • Health and Disease • Omics in Health and Disease Optional Modules: • Clinical Immunology and Medical • Microbiology • Applications of Genetics • Neurobiology • Nutrition through the Life Cycle • Neuroendocrinology • Parasites and Pathogens • Work-Based Learning

• Provides a deep understanding of the human body, its anatomy and biological processes – from the molecular level to the whole organism, and related hot topics such as health, disease and the impact of ageing on societies

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• Equips you with a wide range of specialist and transferable skills required by employers related to human biology and health • Delivered by experts in human biology and related disciplines. Engage and learn with subject experts and research-active staff in a welcoming and supportive environment • Achieve an informed and critical understanding of human biology relevant to the public and private sectors, such as academic, health care, clinical and areas of industry • Opportunity to develop specialist subject knowledge in one of the following themes through selecting optional modules: genetics, health and disease, nutrition, neuroscience, and microbiology and immunology • Gain experience of using current and cuttingedge laboratory technologies, techniques and tools • Develop interpersonal and intrapersonal skills required by employers and attend regularly organised employability events and networking opportunities • Participate in residential courses and work placement opportunities in the UK and abroad to further develop skills and competencies

WORK-RELATED LEARNING You have the opportunity to undertake a short (4-6 week) work-based placement or a 12-month placement with a relevant organisation in the UK or abroad. All students are fully supported by a work placement officer. This gives you the chance to gain professional exposure in a relevant industry, form networks, enhance your skill set and gain valuable experience that can influence your long-term career goals and provide an employability edge. A work placement can be a refreshing break and provide inspiration for your final year research project. Students will be required to pay any travel costs, visas and accommodation associated with work-based and placement learning.

CAREER PROSPECTS Graduates will be equipped with the knowledge and transferable skill set needed for further study and career success in human biology and related health sciences. Human biologists may pursue a variety of careers in the UK and abroad, in areas such as: laboratories, scientific education and communication, public health and policy, technical service and sales support, or health service providers.

UCAS code: CHBD

FOUNDATION ROUTE AVAILABLE Typical Offer (UCAS tariff points): BCC (104) A levels minimum requirement: 2 A levels subject specific requirement: Biology or a related science at grade C or above General Studies acceptable? No BTEC Extended Diploma grades/subjects required: DMM from a science-based subject if studied on its own or to the total of 104 points when combined with other qualifications GCSE/standard grade: Grade C/Grade 4 or above in English Language and Mathematics. Equivalent qualifications may be accepted Interview required? No DBS check required? A DBS check is not required for your application, however a DBS may be required for modules where there is a work-based learning placement option. Work-based learning placements that do not require a DBS check are available. Course duration (Yrs): 3/4 FT Start month: September Campus location: City Campus

This degree is ideal for those who are interested in humanbased biology or pursuing a career in research, technical support, education and scientific communication, medicine and healthcare. Rachel White Programme Leader

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WILDLIFE CONSERVATION BSc (Hons) The BSc (Hons) Wildlife Conservation is taught by conservation experts and will allow you to develop the skills and knowledge to work in a professional conservation organisation. Develop your knowledge in ecology, genetics, evolution and animal behaviour and environmental sustainability and how to apply these to conservation practice. COURSE OVERVIEW MODULES Please note that your choice of options may be subject to timetabling constraints

Level 4 • Skills for Wildlife Conservation • Genetics and Evolution • Animal Behaviour • Ecology and Conservation • Physiology • Exploring the Natural World Level 5 • Research Skills and Employability • Ecology Field Skills • Wildlife and Ecosystem Management • Conservation Practice Optional Modules: • Behavioural Ecology • Marine and Freshwater Biology • Animal Field Skills • Animal Health and Disease Level 6 • Research Project • Contemporary Issues in Conservation Optional Modules: • Frontiers of Ecology • Advanced Field Skills Expedition • Zoo Conservation and Genebanks • Applied Marine Biology • Current Topics in Primatology • Communities and Conservation • Expedition: Changing Environments • Environment Consulting • Work-Based Learning UNDERGRADUATE COURSES 2027 ljmu.ac.uk

• Opportunities to observe wildlife first-hand in natural habitats on UK-based field trips, a residential field trip and international trip. Possible destinations include Doñana National Park in Spain and volcanic landscapes in Iceland • Option to undertake a 4 to 6 week placement and/or a 12 month sandwich placement in the UK or overseas • Teaching from conservation experts involved in collaborative research projects and consultancy • Learn practical skills in field surveying, animal and plant identification, Geographical Information Systems (GIS), recording animal behaviour; and conservation practice skills, such as Habitat Management Plans, protected area designation, zoo conservation and conservation technology • £6 million invested in state-of-the-art teaching facilities • Excellent career prospects in a variety of areas • Opportunities to take your studies international, through study aboard, placements and residential fieldtrips

WORK-RELATED LEARNING You will have the opportunity to undertake a short (4-6 week) work-based placement or a 12-month placement with a relevant organisation in the UK or abroad. This work experience will give you a chance to put into practice what you have learnt in the first two years and will help you develop your personal skills and add real value to your CV. Such experiences are not only extremely rewarding, they can lead to permanent employment through contacts made. Students will be required to pay any travel costs, visas and accommodation associated with workbased and placement learning.

UCAS code: C930 CAREER PROSPECTS

FOUNDATION ROUTE AVAILABLE

You will be qualified to apply for a variety of career opportunities in the UK and overseas. Graduates work in nature reserve management, company sustainability teams, conservation NGOs, zoos, aquaria and wildlife parks, conservation charities, countryside ranger departments, ecological consultancies, agri-environment advisory services, environmental education, ecological research and overseas conservation projects.

Typical Offer (UCAS tariff points): BCC (104) A levels minimum requirement: 2 A levels subject specific requirement: Geography or related science/social science Grade C or above General Studies acceptable? No BTEC Extended Diploma grades/subjects required: DMM if studied on its own or to the total of 104 points when combined with other qualifications GCSE/standard grade: Grade C/Grade 4 or above in English Language and Mathematics. Equivalent qualifications may be accepted Interview required? No DBS check required? A DBS check is not required for your application, however a DBS may be required for modules where there is a work-based learning placement option. Workbased learning placements that do not require a DBS check are available.

ACCREDITATION Accredited by The Institution of Environmental Sciences (IES)

Course duration (Yrs): 3/4 FT Start month: September Campus location: City Campus

I have loved being at LJMU. The amazing people I have met throughout my university experience have been a catalyst for achievement. Reece Thornley Graduate

94.4%

OF STUDENTS SURVEYED SAID TEACHING STAFF ON THIS COURSE WERE GOOD AT EXPLAINING THINGS National Student Survey 2026 ljmu.ac.uk UNDERGRADUATE COURSES 2027

Field trip to

HILBRE ISLAND

I’ve been on a few field trips during my time at LJMU. Hilbre Island was really fun! We saw different species of animals and it was super interesting to speak to the rangers on the island. Hannah Ratcliffe BSc (Hons) Zoology

When we went to Hilbre Island to study freshwater and marine biology it was good to get out and learn about things while being able to see them. It was also interesting to hear about the history of the island. Meredith Hannon BSc (Hons) Biology

ZOOLOGY BSc (Hons) The professionally-accredited BSc (Hons) Zoology offers you exciting opportunities to complete work placements and field trips both in the UK and overseas.

MODULES Please note that your choice of options may be subject to timetabling constraints

Level 4 • Practical Skills for Zoology • Genetics and Evolution • Animal Behaviour • Ecology and Conservation • Physiology • Exploring the Natural World Level 5 • Research Skills and Employability • Animal Evolution and Palaeontology • Comparative Animal Physiology Optional Modules: • Behavioural Ecology • Genes and Genomes • Marine and Freshwater Biology • Animal Field Skills • Animals in Motion • Animal Health and Disease • Biological Innovations • Developmental Biology Level 6 • Research Project • Current Topics in Zoology Optional Modules: • Applications of Genetics • Advanced Field Skills Expedition • Animal Learning and Cognition • Zoo Conservation and Genebanks • Parasites and Pathogens • Applied Marine Biology UNDERGRADUATE COURSES 2027 ljmu.ac.uk

• Animal Welfare • Current Topics in Primatology • Neurobiology • Work-Based Learning

COURSE OVERVIEW • Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology • Optional residential fieldwork with possible destinations including Cairngorms National Park, Scotland, and Doñana National Park, Spain • Option to undertake a 4-6 week placement and/ or a 12-month sandwich placement in the UK or overseas • Easy access to local zoos and diverse habitat sites and ecosystems in North Wales, Lancashire, Snowdonia and the Lake District • Excellent prospects in a diverse range of animalrelated careers, including clinical and veterinaryrelated science, animal training, ecological consultancy, animal welfare and conservation, wildlife education, teaching and lecturing

WORK-RELATED LEARNING As part of your work-related learning, you have the opportunity to undertake a short (4-6 week) workbased placement or a 12-month placement with a relevant organisation in the UK or abroad. This work experience will not only give you a chance to put into practice what you have learnt in the first two years, it will also help you develop your personal skills, give you a year’s break from formal study and add real value to your CV. Many students who undertake placements have gone on to work for the same organisation or have gained employment through the contacts made on their placement. Students will be required to pay any travel costs, visas and accommodation associated with workbased and placement learning.

CAREER PROSPECTS Graduates have secured full-time employment in a variety of roles (some after further study/training), such as: Planning and Biodiversity Advisor, Natural England; Senior Ecologist, United Utilities; Research and Conservation Officer, Knowsley Safari Park; Lead Conservation Scientist, Chester Zoo; Estate Manager, RSPB; Inspector/Animal Welfare Officer/ Rehoming Officer, RSPCA; Virology and Stability Analyst, AstraZeneca; Regulatory Scientist, Health and Safety Executive; Scientist, BAE Systems; Natural History Documentary Producer/Director, National Geographic; Veterinary Surgeon; and Veterinary Physiotherapist.

ACCREDITATION

UCAS code: C300

FOUNDATION ROUTE AVAILABLE Typical Offer (UCAS tariff points): BCC (104) A levels minimum requirement: 2 A levels subject specific requirement: Biology or a related science Grade C or above General Studies acceptable? No BTEC Extended Diploma grades/subjects required: DMM if studied on its own or to the total of 104 points when combined with other qualifications GCSE/standard grade: Grade C/Grade 4 or above in English Language and Mathematics. Equivalent qualifications may be accepted Interview required? No DBS check required? A DBS check is not required for your application, however a DBS may be required for modules where there is a work-based learning placement option. Work-based learning placements that do not require a DBS check are available. Course duration (Yrs): 3/4 FT Start month: September Campus location: City Campus

Zoology has opened up career paths that I didn’t even know existed before university. I have learned so much. I love how hands on the course is, and it’s great to use the equipment and have the knowledgeable lecturers to learn from.

96.8%

Victoria McKay Student

OF STUDENTS SURVEYED SAID TEACHING STAFF ON THIS COURSE WERE GOOD AT EXPLAINING THINGS National Student Survey 2026 ljmu.ac.uk UNDERGRADUATE COURSES 2027

Field trips are a really good opportunity to do field work and lab work afterwards to consolidate our learning. Reece Marsden BSc (Hons) Geography

We have the opportunity to undertake fieldwork, laboratory work, desk-based studies and independent research. I love the laboratory work Lily Galloway BSc (Hons) Wildlife Conservation

FURTHER INFORMATION If you have any queries relating to courses, LJMU or university life in general please contact: Tel: +44(0)151 231 5090 Email: courses@ljmu.ac.uk Web: ljmu.ac.uk

The university offers the information contained in this brochure as a general guide only, to prospective undergraduate students wishing to apply for a place at the university. It does not constitute or form part of any contract and is not binding on prospective students, students or the university. The information in this brochure is correct at the time of going to press (September 2026) and the university hopes to provide the programmes and facilities set out in this brochure. However, some changes will inevitably occur in the interval between publication and the academic year to which the brochure relates and the university reserves the right to withdraw or make alterations to courses and facilities if necessary. Applicants and prospective students should not rely solely on this brochure and should use this brochure in conjunction with the most up-to-date information available on the university website www.ljmu.ac.uk This guide is available in different formats, please contact us for more information.

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