BSc Interdisciplinary Science
MSci Interdisciplinary Science
UCAS Codes BSc – FCGO MSci - GFCO
Integrated Sciences at University of Leicester
The specially written modules that make up the University of Leicester’s pioneering degree cover the key concepts from Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Earth Sciences.
During your study, you will engage in a research–led programme, discuss science topics with leading academics and work on real-world problems employing the research methods and skills that you will use subsequently in your professional life.
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- BSc Interdisciplinary Science
- MSci Interdisciplinary Science
- BSc or MSci in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geology or Geography
Course Structure
Complete a set of fourteen core modules and a set of options (see below), and carry out a project during a three-year course of study. In each year you also take modules in mathematics, IT and practical laboratory skills. Each of the fourteen core modules focuses on an interesting area of interdisciplinary science.
Year 1
- Prophets and Powers - Scientific Method from Ancient Astronomy to Modern Physics
- Science of the Invisible - Molecules in Chemistry, Biology and Physics
- Biosphere - An Introduction to Ecology
- Braining IT - Computer Science and the Human Brain
- Near Space - Earth, Ocean and Atmosphere
Year 2
- Time and Energy - Dynamics and Thermodynamics in Physics and Chemistry
- Habitable Worlds - Cosmology from the Big Bang to the Origin of Life
- Molecules by Design - Organic Chemistry and Drug Design
- Forensics - Detective Science
- Man and Machines - Physiology and Biophysics
Year 3
- Evolution - Genotypes and Phenotypes
- Nanoscale Science - From Quantum Dots to Cellular Organelles
- Communication Science - Chemical and Electromagnetic Signalling
- Earth Through Time - Earth Systems Science and Climate Change
- Project
MSci Interdisciplinary Science
Complete the BSc Interdisciplinary Science course, then continue for a further year which includes three further taught modules and an extended individual research project.
Year 4 (MSci only)
- Virtual Worlds - Scientific Computing
- Complex systems - The Science of Emergent Properties
- Research methods
- Research project
BSc or MSci in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Geology, or Geography
Complete two years of Interdisciplinary Science modules, then transfer into the second year of a BSc science degree course at Leicester or (subject to arrangement) in any other UK university to achieve your degree. You would need to make your decision by the beginning of the second year of the Interdisciplinary Science course. In your second year, you would take a special selection of modules (See below).
Chemistry Pathway (year 2)
- Time and Energy
- Nanoscale Science
- Molecules by Design
- Forensics
- Man and Machines
Biological Sciences Pathway (year 2)
- Evolution
- Nanoscale Science
- Communication Science
- Forensics
- Man and Machines
Earth Sciences Pathway (year 2)
- Evolution
- Habitable Worlds
- Molecules by Design
- Earth Through Time
- Man and Machines
Physics Pathway: (year 2)
- Time and Energy
- Nanoscale Science
- Communication Science
- Forensics
- Man and Machines
Options
Students on any pathway have the option to choose one of a number of options to add specialist science skills to their portfolio.
- Management
- Mathematical Modelling
- Sustainable Development
- Science Communication
Additional Options (subject to availability)
- Undergraduate Ambassador Scheme (Assist in a School)
- Entrepreneurship (Experience running a company)
- Sustainable Development Field Trip to Kenya
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Entry requirements
Offers are made after interview on the basis of enthusiasm for science as well as formal qualifications. For guidance a typical offer will require three A levels (or equivalent) at BBB with normally two science subjects (which may include mathematics). For the MSci a typical offer is ABB with normally two sciences. For mature or overseas students, or to discuss your individual case, please contact us.
Students who do not meet the entry requirements but who meet the general requirements for entry to a University programme can apply for the Interdisciplinary Science Foundation Year (UCAS CODE CFG0).
Assessment
This course has a large component of continuous assessment based on problem sets, reports, presentations and other “deliverables”. There is an examination at the end of each module. The weighting is approximately 60:40 continuous assessment to examination.
Further Information
The University of Leicester ...
- Is one of just 21 UK universities to feature in the world's top 200 universities
- Is a member of the “1994 Group” of internationally renowned universities engaged in leading-edge research and high quality teaching
- Has thirteen departments gained the top 5 or 5* ratings that indicate international excellence in the most recent Research Assessment Exercise
- Delivers one of the highest student completion rates in the country
- Has been ranked joint first for teaching quality and overall satisfaction for two successive years by the National Student Survey
- Is the only University to be short-listed for two consecutive years for the THES Higher Education Institution of the Year
- Has over 19,000 students drawn from 150 countries studying with us
- Is the UK's largest provider of distance learning education after the Open University
- Is a top 20 university for graduate employment
Student bursaries
A £1000 bursary is available for each student who achieves ABB or better in their best three A-levels.
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Contact
Name Alex Mack (Course Administrator)
Email: iscience@le.ac.uk
Phone 0116 252 3506 (Course Secretary) or 0116 252 5631 (Course Administrator)