Study plan Bachelor's Degree in Biology

Knowledge

• Define the concepts and methods in the field of biology, according to different perspectives, approaches or schools of thought.
• Describe the different levels of organisation of living organisms, identifying them from the molecular scale to ecosystems.
• Relate the structures and processes that determine the functioning of living beings at each of their levels of organisation.
• Describe the development, growth and biological cycles of living organisms.
• Identify living beings using different methodologies and tools (macroscopic, microscopic and molecular).
• Describe the physical and chemical basis of the basic processes of living organisms.
• Identify mathematical, statistical and bioinformatics tools applied to biological problem solving.
• Identify valid and reliable sources of scientific information to support the state of the art of a biological problem and to be able to address its resolution.

Skills

• Apply the most up-to-date methodologies and knowledge of the different branches of biology to the resolution of society's problems.
• Apply biostatistics and bioinformatics resources in the analysis and interpretation of biological data.
• Obtain specimens and materials of biological origin for subsequent laboratory analysis.
• Plan specific experiments in the different branches of biology to be carried out later.
• Carry out specific biological diagnoses and reports on the different branches of biology.
• Analyse the origin, evolution and diversity of living beings.
• Carry out characterisation, management, conservation and restoration studies of biological populations, communities and ecosystems.
• Develop a historical vision of biology by identifying the main protagonists and milestones achieved over time and their implications for the advancement of the discipline.
• Develop the independent learning skills necessary to undertake further studies with a high degree of autonomy.

Competences

• Propose changes in methods and processes in the field of biology in order to provide innovative responses to the needs and demands of society.
• Evaluate the social, economic and environmental impact while working in the field of biology.
• Work in the field of biology with ethical responsibility and respect for fundamental rights and duties, diversity, democratic values and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
• Evaluate sex/gender inequalities while working in the field of biology.
• Communicate biological knowledge and project results clearly, orally and in writing, to both specialist and non-specialist audiences.
• Design experimental processes and advisory services related to the different fields of biology.
• Design research projects in the different fields of biology.
• Integrate the knowledge of the Bachelor's Degree in Biology in a professional environment.