Program Overview
The BSc (Hons) degree in Biology has been tailored to equip you with the necessary knowledge and training in the various areas of the biological sciences, and ensures coverage of the latest and most essential knowledge of biology at tertiary level that are in line with international undergraduate degrees. Apart from core subjects such as biochemistry, cell biology, ecology, ethology and evolution, plant and animal biology, diversity of plants and animals, conservation biology, plant and animal biology, and animal form and function, the three year course also covers a broad diversity of other subject areas including field biology, research methods for the biological sciences, marine biology, microbiology, parasitology and immunology, bioinformatics and genomics, biotechnology, and aquaculture and fisheries biology. The programme of studies is also designed to provide eventual graduates in biology with the opportunity to take up a research programme within one of these subject areas at M.Sc. level. The BSc (Hons) degree in Biology has been tailored to equip you with the necessary knowledge and training in the various areas of the biological sciences, and ensures coverage of the latest and most essential knowledge of biology at tertiary level that are in line with international undergraduate degrees. Apart from core subjects such as biochemistry, cell biology, ecology, ethology and evolution, plant and animal biology, diversity of plants and animals, conservation biology, plant and animal biology, and animal form and function, the three year course also covers a broad diversity of other subject areas including field biology, research methods for the biological sciences, marine biology, microbiology, parasitology and immunology, bioinformatics and genomics, biotechnology, and aquaculture and fisheries biology. The programme of studies is also designed to provide eventual graduates in biology with the opportunity to take up a research programme within one of these subjec
Career Opportunities
As a holder of this degree, you will be able to further your studies locally or abroad by reading for a postgraduate degree at M.Sc. and PhD level. In this respect, you will eventually also have the opportunity to further your studies at postgraduate (M.Sc. and PhD) level within the same department (Department of Biology at the University of Malta). The opportunities for employment are numerous, given the availability of both long-standing careers such as ones involving teaching and laboratory work, as well as of new career opportunities such as those within the field of applied biotechnology in industry and research, and of environmental biology in research, planning, management and monitoring of living resources and the environment. Potential employers in Malta include industry (in particular, ones dealing with biotechnology and pharmacology), the aquaculture sector, private environmental consultancies, and governmental entities and authorities, such as the Malta Environment and Planning Authority and the Fisheries and Aquaculture Department of the Ministry for Sustainable Development, the Environmental and Climate Change.
Program Curriculum
Year 1 Students following the BSc (Hons) Biology programme of studies are required to take a number of study-units other than in biology. Such study-units are designed to provide additional skills and knowledge required within the training of a general biologist. Most study-units in Biology take the form of a number of lectures (sometimes supplemented by seminars) as well as practical laboratory or field work. The practical work component is considered as essential. Students are informed that regular lecture attendance is obligatory. A grade may be awarded to a particular study-unit only if the student’s attendance to lectures and practical sessions has been regular, and all other course requirements as indicated in the detailed study-unit descriptions have been satisfied. Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) BIO1010 Cellular and Biochemical Basis of Life 5 ECTS (NC) BIO1020 Diversity of Life: Animals 5 ECTS (NC) BIO1041 Laboratory Techniques and Reporting in Biology 4 ECTS BIO1500 Introductory Applied Biology 2 ECTS BIO2040 Ecology and Ethology 1 8 ECTS (NC) BIO2070 Biochemical Strategies of Life 5 ECTS (NC) GSC1000 Introduction to Earth Science 2 ECTS GSC1200 Introduction to Physical Oceanography 2 ECTS SOR0210 Data Treatment and Probability 2 ECTS Semester 2 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) BIO1030 Diversity of Life: Non-Animals 5 ECTS (NC) BIO1070 Perspectives and Research Methods in Biology 2 ECTS BIO1080 Microbial Diversity 5 ECTS (NC) BIO1090 Introduction to Conservation Biology 2 ECTS BIO2020 Plant Biology 7 ECTS (NC) CHE1015 Environmental Chemistry for Scientists 4 ECTS Requirement for regular progression to Year 2: 60 ECTS credits Year 2 Semester 1 Compulsory Units (All students must register for this/these unit/s) BIO2500 Design of Biological Investigations 4 ECTS (NC) BIO2520 Bioinformatics and Genomics 4 ECTS BIO2530 Ecology and Ethology 2 3 ECTS BIO3022 Parasitology 2 ECTS BIO
Admission Requirements
The B.Sc.(Hons) focuses on a single area with a duration of three years. Students write a research-based dissertation or project in the final stages of their studies. General Entry Requirements Refer to the list of country-specific qualifications Special Course Requirements An Advanced Level pass at Grade C or better in Biology and an Intermediate Level pass at Grade C or better in Chemistry. You are viewing the entry requirements for International applicants. Switch to Local qualifications. You can submit your application online . The deadlines for submission of applications vary according to the intake and courses. We encourage all international applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible. This is especially important if you require a visa to travel and eventually stay in Malta. You can compare your national qualifications to the local requirements by visiting our qualifications comparability webpage . Access more information about our admission process and English language requirements . The University of Malta has student accommodation on campus called Campus Hub. Campus Hub is just a 2-minute walk from the main campus. For more information, visit the accommodation website . Our dedicated team at the student recruitment office is here to support you every step of the way. From the moment you start your application to the moment when you receive your decision letter, we're here to assist you. If you have any questions or need further information, don't hesitate to reach out to us. You can contact us at info@um.edu.mt , and our team will be more than happy to help. After you receive an offer from us, our International Office will assist you with visas, accommodation and other related issues.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
Non EU Applicants: Fee per academic year: Eur 10,800 You are viewing the fees for non EU nationals. Switch to EU nationals if you are a national of any country from within the EU/EEA.
About University of Malta
University of Malta
Msida, Malta
TheUniversity of Malta(Maltese:L-Università ta' Malta;UM; formerlyUOM) is apublic research universityin the towns ofMsidaandValletta, Malta. It serves as theflagshipandnational universityof...
University Profile- Start Date October
- Language English
- Duration 3 years
- Credits 180
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