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Biology and History and Philosophy of Science

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This joint honours degree enables you to develop knowledge and skills through an exploration of the science and philosophy of living things, as well as a historical understanding of how these fields of study have evolved over time.

You’ll combine practical lab work with classroom-based learning, developing a broad set of biological knowledge and skills, whilst exploring the history of scientific thought, the links between magic, science and religion and the nature of scientific knowledge.

A combination of compulsory and optional modules will enable you to improve your understanding of key topics such as philosophy of science, cell biology and genetics and gain specialist knowledge in areas like philosophy of biology, behavioural ecology and animal development biology.

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  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time • 3 Years
  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time with time abroad • 4 Years
  • BSc (Hons) • Full-time with year in industry • 4 Years

Start dates

  • 23/09/2026

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Course code:
CV15
Institution code:
L23

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Course code:
CV15
Institution code:
L23

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