Teaching & Modules

Teaching methods - what to expect

Lectures
Seminars
Tutorials
Practical laboratory work

Teaching on this course takes place in lectures, seminars and tutorials and through practical laboratory work. The rest of your time will be spent on self-study, including reading, research and writing assignments.

Typically, one credit equates to 10 hours of work

We will use a delivery method that will ensure students have a rich, exciting experience from the start. Face to face teaching will be complemented and supported with innovative technology so that students also experience elements of digital learning and assessment.

This course is primarily taught at our King’s College London Guy’s and Waterloo Campus, both on the south bank of the Thames, putting you at the heart of everything London has to offer in terms of academic resources and close to its social and entertainment Attractions.

Course Structure

Courses are divided into modules. You will normally take modules totalling 360 credits.

There are options to switch to other courses in the Bioscience suite or to a four-year MSci after Year 3, subject to programme regulations*. In Year 2 you may also choose to study abroad at one of our partner institutions for a full year between your second and third years.

*Please note that there is no guarantee of transfer on to the MSci programme and it's not an entry point for new UG students. It is entirely dependent on meeting academic requirements AND finding a suitable placement provider.

Assessment

  • Coursework
  • Written examinations

Your performance will be assessed through a combination of coursework and written examinations. Forms of assessment may typically include laboratory reports, debates, oral or poster presentations and project work.

Modules

Year

Required Modules

You are required to take:

  • Biochemistry (15 credits)
  • Cell Biology & Neuroscience (15 credits)
  • Chemistry for the Biosciences (15 credits)
  • Fundamentals of Physiology (15 credits)
  • Fundamentals of Anatomy and Developmental Biology (15 credits)
  • Fundamentals of Pharmacology (15 credits)
  • Genetics & Molecular Biology (15 credits)
  • Skills for the Biosciences (15 credits)

Optional Modules

There are no optional modules for this course.

Key Information

Course type:

Single honours

Delivery mode:

In person

Study mode:

Full time

Required A-Levels:

AAA

Duration:

Three years or four years with a year abroad, or with an MSci

Application status:

Open

Start date:

September 2026

Application deadline:

11 September 2025