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BIO012
Foundation Biology
This module will provide the learner with a detailed and holistic overview of fields in biology including evolution, cell biology, taxonomy and phylogenetics, animal, and plant anatomy and physiology, animal behaviour, ecology, and conservation. The module is supported by three practical sessions designed to build skills in scientific anatomical drawing, the use of species identification keys, data collection handling and report writing, group work, and oral presentation skills.
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BIO018
Biology A' Level and Transition to University
This course is designed for Biology students transitioning from A' Level to Higher Education, and will guide students through a series of tailored modules built around the WJEC Biology A' Level specifications. Each module covers information from across the curriculum, helping to link key biological concepts and build from core knowledge to more complex applications. The learning activities will consist of a short (10 ¿ 20 minutes) recorded or annotated lecture that will include self-assessment of understanding by a short quiz consisting of multiple-choice questions. Further on-line materials will be provided to assist students with learning independently. Personal support will be available through online tutor meetings at arranged time.
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BIO116
Animal and Plant Diversity
This module provides a comprehensive introduction to the diversity of life within the animal and plant kingdoms, exploring their taxonomy, physiology, morphology, and ecological interactions. Students gain a broad understanding of animal life, from unicellular protozoa to complex megafauna, including an overview of human evolution, and examine the classification, evolutionary relationships, and functional biology of major animal groups.
In parallel, the module investigates the structure, life cycles, and anatomy of key plant divisions, with a focus on flowering plants. Topics include floral morphology, pollination strategies, fruit and seed dispersal, and plant-environment interactions such as photosynthesis, water relations, and mineral nutrition. The ecological roles of plants, including their interactions with herbivores and their significance in medicine, are also explored.
Practical sessions complement the lectures, offering hands-on experience in both animal and plant biology. Students will engage in microscopic analysis of plant anatomy, physiological experiments, and classification exercises using specimen demonstrations. By the end of the module, students will have developed a foundational understanding of biological diversity and the evolutionary and ecological principles that underpin it.
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BIO116C
Amrywiaeth Anifeiliaid a Phlanhigion
Mae'r modiwl hwn yn cynnig cyflwyniad cynhwysfawr i amrywiaeth bywyd o fewn teyrnasoedd yr anifeiliaid a'r planhigion, gan archwilio eu tacsonomeg, ffisioleg, morffoleg, a'u rhyngweithiadau ecolegol. Bydd myfyrwyr yn ennill dealltwriaeth eang o fywyd anifeiliaid, o brotosoa un-gellog i fegaffawna cymhleth, gan gynnwys trosolwg o esblygiad dynol, ac archwilio dosbarthiad, rhyng-berthnasoedd esblygiadol, a bioleg swyddogaethol y prif grwpiau o anifeiliaid.
Yn ogystal, mae'r modiwl yn ymchwilio i strwythur, cylchoedd bywyd, ac anatomi prif adrannau'r teyrnas blanhigion, gyda ffocws ar blanhigion blodeuol. Ymhlith y pynciau a drafodir mae morffoleg blodau, strategaethau peillio, gwasgariad ffrwythau a hadau, a rhyngweithiadau planhigion a¿u amgylchedd, megis ffotosynthesis, perthnasoedd d¿r, a maethiad mwynol. Caiff rolau ecolegol planhigion, gan gynnwys eu rhyngweithiadau â llysysyddion a'u pwysigrwydd ym maes meddygaeth, eu harchwilio hefyd.
Mae sesiynau ymarferol yn ategu'r darlithoedd, gan gynnig profiad ymarferol mewn bioleg anifeiliaid a phlanhigion. Bydd myfyrwyr yn cymryd rhan mewn dadansoddi anatomi planhigion o dan ficrosgop, arbrofion ffisiolegol, ac ymarferion dosbarthu gan arddangos organebau. Erbyn diwedd y modiwl, bydd myfyrwyr wedi datblygu dealltwriaeth sylfaenol o amrywiaeth biolegol a'r egwyddorion esblygiadol ac ecolegol sy'n sail iddo.
This module provides a comprehensive introduction to the diversity of life within the animal and plant kingdoms, exploring their taxonomy, physiology, morphology, and ecological interactions. Students gain a broad understanding of animal life, from unicellular protozoa to complex megafauna, including an overview of human evolution, and examine the classification, evolutionary relationships, and functional biology of major animal groups.
In parallel, the module investigates the structure, life cycles, and anatomy of key plant divisions, with a focus on flowering plants. Topics include floral morphology, pollination strategies, fruit and seed dispersal, and plant-environment interactions such as photosynthesis, water relations, and mineral nutrition. The ecological roles of plants, including their interactions with herbivores and their significance in medicine, are also explored.
Practical sessions complement the lectures, offering hands-on experience in both animal and plant biology. Students will engage in microscopic analysis of plant anatomy, physiological experiments, and classification exercises using specimen demonstrations. By the end of the module, students will have developed a foundational understanding of biological diversity and the evolutionary and ecological principles that underpin it.
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BIO228
Parasitology
Parasitism is a highly successful strategy employed by representatives from all animal and fungal phyla, and from a large number of plants. Parasitism is a key driver of adaptation, and by extension evolution, yet is an often overlooked component in this process. This module explores the fascinating relationships between parasites and their hosts, with emphasis on parasites of medical and veterinary importance, and the importance of zoonotic diseases for human health.
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BIO249
Introduction to field ecology
This field course comprises practical work employing ecological techniques appropriate to sample biodiversity and environmental parameters from a range of terrestrial and freshwater habitats (freshwater systems, woodlands, sand dunes). You will learn techniques for the identification of species, practice recording accurate field notes, and gain experience in the analysis and presentation of ecological data. Furthermore, you will be able to recognise different British temperate wildlife, habitats and indicator species associated with them.
This five-day course will be residential and delivered in Stackpole National Trust Field centre in September.
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BIO249A
Introduction to field ecology - for Environmental Science and Climate Emergency students
This field course comprises practical work employing ecological techniques appropriate to sample biodiversity and environmental parameters from a range of terrestrial and freshwater habitats (freshwater systems, woodlands, sand dunes). You will learn techniques for the identification of species, practice recording accurate field notes, and gain experience in the analysis and presentation of ecological data. Furthermore, you will be able to recognise different British temperate wildlife, habitats and indicator species associated with them. This five-day course will be residential and delivered in Stackpole National Trust Field centre in September.
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BIOM704
Conservation of Aquatic Resources
This module provides an advanced exploration of the key challenges and strategies in the conservation of aquatic organisms and habitats. Students will critically examine conservation approaches towards marine and freshwater ecosystems, including captive breeding programmes, habitat restoration, and the mitigation of environmental stressors such as climate change. Through engagement with invited experts, students will gain insights into current research, policy frameworks, and funding mechanisms essential for effective conservation practice.
The module also enhances professional development by equipping students with skills in securing conservation and restoration funding, with a focus on applications for grants such as the Darwin Initiative. An employability workshop will further support career progression in the sector. Assessment is divided equally between continuous coursework (50%) and a written examination (50%), ensuring both practical application and theoretical understanding.
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GEG252ICE
Geographical Fieldwork skills : Iceland
The module is concerned with identifying and defining geographical questions while on location in Iceland and applying the relevant geographical skills, knowledge and techniques to these questions. The general aims are to observe, analyse and achieve an understanding of the varied geographical landscapes and inherent features of Iceland, with themes including volcanoes, glaciers, geothermal energy and geotourism..The module comprises a week's fieldwork in south-west Iceland with preparatory lectures and other classes held at Singleton Campus before the field trip.
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GEG252ICEC
Sgiliau Gwaith Maes Daearyddol: Gwlad yr Iâ
Mae'r modiwl hwn yn ymwneud â nodi a diffinio cwestiynau daearyddol pan ar leoliad yng Ngwlad yr Iâ, a chymhwyso'r sgiliau daearyddol, yr wybodaeth a'r technegau perthnasol i'r cwestiynau hyn. Y nodau cyffredinol yw arsylwi, dadansoddi a meithrin dealltwriaeth o dirweddau daearyddol amrywiol a nodweddion cynhenid Gwlad yr Iâ, gyda themâu¿n cynnwys llosgfynyddoedd, rhewlifoedd, ynni geothermol a geodwristiaeth. Mae'r modiwl yn cynnwys wythnos o waith maes yn ne-orllewin Gwlad yr Iâ, a chynhelir darlithoedd paratoadol a dosbarthiadau eraill ar Gampws Singleton cyn y daith faes.
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PM-161
Cell Biology
Cells are the fundamental units of life, forming the basis of all biological systems. This module provides a comprehensive introduction to cell biology, covering both eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells, their origins, and their evolutionary significance. Students will explore the molecular building blocks of life, gaining insight into how atoms and molecules combine to form essential macromolecules, ultimately giving rise to cells.
The module examines the organization and function of eukaryotic cells, focusing on key organelles such as the nucleus (genetic regulation), mitochondria (energy production), cytoskeleton (structural support and transport), endoplasmic reticulum (protein processing), and Golgi apparatus (lipid processing). Students will also explore cell-to-cell communication via ligands and receptors, as well as the mechanisms of controlled cell death (apoptosis). Additionally, the module covers specialized eukaryotic cells, including those of the nervous and immune systems, as well as the role of stem cells in development.
Prokaryotic cell biology will be explored in depth, covering the structure, function, and diversity of bacteria and archaea. Topics include cell envelope composition, motility, defense mechanisms, communication strategies, and adaptation to extreme environments. The module will also highlight the significance of prokaryotes in health, disease, and biotechnology. Furthermore, students will examine non-living entities such as viruses and bacteriophages, comparing their unique properties with those of eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells.
Through a combination of lectures, laboratory sessions, and workshops, this module will provide students with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in cell biology, emphasizing its relevance to human health and scientific research.
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PM-250C
Clefydau heintus
Bydd y cwrs yn adeiladu ar sylfeini microbioleg ac yn cyflwyno pynciau newydd ym meysydd bacterioleg, mycoleg, firoleg a pharasitoleg. Mae Imiwnoleg Lefel 5 (PM-249) yn rhagofyniad. Mae'r cwrs yn ymdrin ag egwyddorion sylfaenol clefydau heintus, gan gynnwys agweddau clinigol, triniaeth/atal, ac ymagweddau arbrofol at astudio organebau heintus a pharasitig.
