Biology/ Biochemistry Department Web-Page
Biology Programmes
Biology 1000/2000 Series
Biology 3000 Series
Biology 4000 Series
Biology Graduate Studies

Biology is the scientific study of living things: their form, their function, their origin and their behaviour. The study of Biology can be an important part of a liberal education, for to understand it well requires knowledge of chemistry, physics, mathematics, and natural history; to describe it well requires a command of language and ability to present observations visually; to appreciate it requires an awareness of human nature, both past and present, and the interplay between humans and other living organisms and their common environment. For three thousand years this discipline has developed to describe living things in aid of the arts of healing, of gardening and of living. Today it abounds with exciting new knowledge and discoveries, so that wise people still read about it with amazement or pursue it with delight. In this department three things are attempted: to give all students an understanding of the scope, techniques and general principles which underline Biology; to encourage independent study and self-learning where possible; to give those students who are seriously interested in advanced studies an opportunity of exploring the areas of special interest to faculty who are primarily concerned with the fields of ecology and physiology. Students intending to take a Major or Minor or Honours in Biology should consult The Department Handbook and a member of the department before completing registration.

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