PHYSIOLOGY BSc/MSci at University of Glasgow

Physiology is concerned with the working of living organisms. It aims to understand the underlying processes and mechanisms operating in structures from single cells to the whole animal.

You will be introduced to a wide range of experimental techniques, as well as methods for analysing and presenting experimental results.

PROGRAMME STRUCTURE

YEAR 1

You will be given a general introduction to all aspects of modern biology and encouraged to acquire general scientific skills.

YEAzzzR 2

You will develop your knowledge of fundamental aspects of biology and be introduced to specialist subject areas according to your interests (e.g. animal biology; biomolecular sciences; human biology; infection biology).

YEARS 3, 4 AND 5

If you progress to Honours (years 3 and 4) you will learn about the major organ systems of the body, including cardiovascular, respiratory, alimentary and renal, and the central nervous system, among other topics.

In year 4 you will cover several topics in physiology in depth and undertake a research project.

You can take Physiology as an MSci, which includes an additional placement year, between the third and final years of the degree, normally doing research in industry or a research institute in the UK or overseas.

The available final-year optional courses may change each year and students are not guaranteed a place on a particular option.

Programme alteration or discontinuation
The University of Glasgow endeavours to run all programmes as advertised. In exceptional circumstances, however, the University may withdraw or alter a programme. OUR INTERNATIONAL LINKS

You will have the opportunity to apply to study abroad. There are currently two options available: the Erasmus+ Programme and the International Exchange Programme.