Top reasons to choose Biosciences at NTU
From Biomedical and Biological science to Cancer Biology and Pharmacology, our courses span the whole spectrum of biosciences.
Research is at the heart of our courses, which means you receive a first-class teaching experience at the very forefront of new developments in Biosciences. Our accreditations from the Institute of Biomedical Science and the Royal Society of Biology are our guarantee to you that our courses are meeting the needs of industry and your future employers.
To give you maximum exposure to everything you can expect from a career in biosciences, you’ll be spending a lot of time in our labs. Our teaching laboratories are some of the best in the UK with the same high-spec equipment used in industry.
Learn industry skills and techniques
Get hands-on from your first day in our high spec Bioscience labs, which are some of the best in UK.
Experience that counts
We're top 10 in the UK for Bioscience students taking year long placements (HESA 2021/22). Recently students have taken placements in organisations such as the NHS, GlaxoSmithKline and the Health Protection Agency.
Learn from the best
Our teaching staff have a wide range of experiences including Biomedical Scientists from the NHS, Cancer research specialists and Environmental consultants.
See your subject in action...
Watch our videos and explore our facilities you'll be using to get a real insight into what it's like to study Biosciences at NTU.
Find out more about studying in the Department of Biosciences
Explore our state-of-the art Bioscience facilities at our Clifton Campus
There's so much more to look forward to!
Find out about all the additional opportunities and extra-curricular activities you can get involved in as a student at NTU.
Study abroad as part of your NTU degree
Our study abroad opportunities offer you a flexible way to gain invaluable international experience as part of your degree. We have partnerships with over 300 institutions worldwide – study from one week to a whole year.
University Language Programme
The University Language Programme (ULP) provides language courses at different levels of proficiency to students, staff and members of the public.
See some of the facilities you'll use
You'll be based at our Clifton campus. It is the definition of 'campus life' with everything you need right on your doorstep. The campus offers the best of both worlds: a self-contained community with easy access to everything Nottingham has to offer.
Take a virtual tour to see our specialist bioscience facilities.
To give you maximum exposure to everything you can expect from a career in biosciences, you’ll be spending a lot of time in our labs. There are a huge range of professional tools, technology and facilities on your doorstep.
What else you need to know about studying at NTU
Why study at NTU?
NTU is one of the most popular universities in the UK – find out why we should be your next step.
Fees and funding
Everything you need to know about fees and funding while you’re at university, including tuition fees and living costs, how you’ll pay for your studies, and bursaries and scholarships.
Accommodation
We make accommodation easy. Our halls of residence are secure, inclusive of all bills, and within easy reach of campuses and amenities, giving you more time to focus on your studies, settling in, and making friends.
Student life
University is about so much more than just your studies. Everything’s on offer here — there’s sport, art, music, food, and so much more.
Take your next steps towards joining NTU
Whether you're ready to accept your offer, or still want a little time, we've got you covered.
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Don't just take our word for it. Find out what it's really like to study at NTU and the amazing opportunities on offer from our students.
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