Integrated Sciences at the University of Surrey
At the University of Surrey, students will have the opportunity to take a broad range of modules in physics, chemistry and biology; from genetics to astrophysics.
The Integrated Sciences BSc degree can be taken as a three-year course of taught modules or as a four-year course with a salaried professional training placement as year 3.
The first two years of the Surrey Integrated Sciences degree cover both the physical and life sciences within coherent multiple modules. The third year then offers the student the choice between three different pathways in Physics, Chemistry or Biology.
Students who decide they wish to specialise in one of the sciences before completion of their Integrated Sciences degree may opt to transfer onto a specialist Physics or Chemistry BSc programme at the end of the second year of Integrated Sciences.
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Course Structure
Basic Science 1:
- Principles of Physics
- Chemical and Biochemical Foundations
- Cell Biology
Key Skills:
- Practical Chemistry
- Physics Laboratory 1
- Molecular Spectroscopy
Maths and Computing:
- Computation Laboratory and Data Handling
- Mathematics for Science
Basic Science 2:
- Atoms, Molecules and Quanta
- Biochemistry: Metabolism
- Molecular Biology and Genetics
Physical Sciences:
- Thermal and Statistical Physics
- Wave Physics
- Space, Time and Relativity
Molecular Sciences:
- General Chemistry
- Coordination Chemistry
- Organic Chemistry
Biomedical Sciences:
- Microbiology: Microbes and Man
- Medical Imaging and Radiation Measurement
- Physiology
Key Skills:
- Nature and Ethics of Science
- Physics Laboratory
- Mathematics for Science
Optional professional training year
Advanced Science:
- Physics of Matter
- Electromagnetism
- Inorganic and Coordination Chemistry
- Biological and Medicinal Chemistry
- Soft Matter and Statistical Physics
- Physiology
Specialist Pathways:
- Physics/ Chemistry/ Biology/ Research Project
Modules include:
- Particle Physics
- Nanotechnology
- Forensics
- Medicine
Assessment
All modules are assessed by written examination, coursework or, more commonly, a combination of the two.
Students in Levels 1 and 2 must pass the four multiple modules in each year to progress to the next level.
Level 2 modules constitute one third of the final degree mark, with the remaining two thirds taken from Level 3.
Coursework accounts for about 30 per cent of the overall degree mark.
Entry Requirements
A typical offer is A-levels at BBB including at least one science subject to A-level. Mathematics to at least AS level is highly recommended but not a requirement. Applicants’ suitablility will be judged on a case by case basis.
Further Information
The University of Surrey is located on a single campus landscaped site on the outskirts of Guildford.
The Surrey Integrated Sciences degree offers:
- A modern, relevant, flexible and exciting modular degree programme that offers ‘breadth with depth’;
- Superb experimental facilities for student projects;
- Outstanding graduate employment prospects;
- A salaried professional placement year to further enhance your employability;
- The possibility of transferring onto specialist BSc programmes in Physics or Chemistry after two years.
How to Apply
All applications should be made through UCAS. If you are interested in applying, the UCAS code is CF00.
Student Bursaries
Bursaries are available on a sliding scale of up to £1000, depending on household income. All Isciences students who obtained ABB or above at A level will also get an Entry Scholarship of £1000 per annum. This is only one grade above our entry requirement. As with all Entry Scholarships, to continue to receive it, students will need to maintain an average mark of 60% or above on their course. Further details of the Bursaries and Scholarships can be found on the University of Surrey website. They include Enhanced-Value Bursaries given to students who are also in receipt of a Scholarship. These combined Bursaries and Scholarships are worth up to £3000 per year.
Contact
Name: Dr. Paul Stevenson
Email: p.stevenson@surrey.ac.uk
Phone: +44 (0)1483 689247/686796
Fax: +44 (0)1483 686781