Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Biological Sciences with Foundation Year

at University of West London United Kingdom

Would you like to advance your career in the highly competitive fast-paced music industry?

This advanced course in record production will show you how to define a creative vision for a project while also managing relationships in the studio.

A team of world-renowned record producers, composers, arrangers and engineers leads this Masters in music production. Based at one of the largest audio complexes in Europe, you will have access to an enviable array of studio equipment and performance spaces, as well as opportunities to network with fellow artists and musicians.

Ever taken an aspirin for a headache, or been given an anaesthetic for a filling and wondered how drugs are developed?

If you want to be involved in the areas of drug research, testing and development then pharmacology could be the course for you.

Pharmacology is the study of how drugs act on the human body and vice versa. It is the science of drugs, as well as their physical and chemical properties.

The course will cover the drugs that affect major systems of the body including the central nervous, cardiovascular, respiratory and endocrine systems.

Topics include pharmacological techniques, toxicology and anticancer drugs.

Through this course you will gain an in-depth knowledge of a wide range of drug classes, safety and efficacy and drug action. It will also give you a sound understanding of the drug development process.

The BSc (Hons) Finance and Management has been designed to combine the essential and practical skills of finance, accounting and management needed in the modern business world.

The purpose of the course is to open the doors for you to explore both finance and management paths. The course is ideally suited to those who want a career in business management, but also want some financial knowledge.

The foundation year course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to continue onto your Honours degree. You will study a range of subjects that will underpin your future study and also gain valuable experience of university life, with full access to campus facilities. Successful completion of the year allows you to progress straight onto Level 4 of this course.

In recent years there has been a growing awareness and appreciation of the benefits of using project management techniques across a wide range of business settings. On this practical course you will examine the role of applied project management in specific sectors and discover how to plan, control, monitor and deliver successful projects.

The course will help you gain the generic skills and understanding that you need to fulfill your particular business and organisational needs. In addition, you will gain experience with supporting software such as Microsoft Project Management.

If you would like to be at forefront of the ongoing technological revolution then our MSc Artificial Intelligence course is for you. On this course you will gain both theoretical and practical knowledge to work across disciplines and implement AI systems where they are needed.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is redefining the way we live, allowing us to automate processes and enhance our quality of life. The resulting new technologies create the need for trained experts with a deep understanding of their intricacies and applications.

As well as learning the technical skills, you will have the chance to explore realistic applications through group and individual projects. We have contacts with major technology companies, perfect for opportunities within industry-initiated and healthcare-related projects.

As a qualified developer you could find yourself working on games for a wide range of purposes including entertainment, education and business.

This course will cover the theory, practice and application of computer game development. You will learn industry standard development tools and will explore specialist areas such as artificial intelligence (AI) and the economic and social impact of games.

We encourage a highly practical approach to games and game asset development, so during the course you will be able to create a portfolio of your work. This will be showcased online and you can share it with future employers to demonstrate your talent and experience.

The foundation year course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to continue onto your Honours degree. You will study a range of subjects that will underpin your future study and also gain valuable experience of university life, with full access to campus facilities. Successful completion of the year allows you to progress straight onto Level 4 of this course.

The MMus Performance course focuses on developing your musical performance in classical, jazz and popular styles at an advanced level. As a performer, you will benefit from one-to-one tuition with our team of internationally acclaimed professional performers, playing and learning with other students in workshops and masterclasses, and taking part in London College of Music’s lively musical environment.

Developing your individual approach to performance, you will hone your critical thinking and listening skills through practical workshops and classes exploring research skills, performance practices and the psychology of performance. Our range of option modules allow you to focus on areas of interest relevant to your career choices.

Throughout the course there are opportunities to work with students form the wider LCM community, enhancing your learning experience and widening your network of like-minded industry professionals.

Would you like to work as a legal expert in the finance sector? This international banking law degree will enhance your ability to work with a range of multinational corporations and international organisations.

Your studies will cover both legal and financial areas of expertise, giving you a well-rounded qualification. Furthermore, your tutors and lecturers have significant practical experience and good connections with industry.

Based in London, the global centre for banking, finance and trade, you will benefit from the excellent links that UWL has with major corporations as well as being close to the centre of legal administration and policy.

Today’s international food landscape is rapidly developing. Our relationship with producing, selling and consuming food evolves as consumer and environmental demands change the marketplace.

Are you ready to be competitive in this developing industry? Whether you want to run your own restaurant, develop food products, become a chef or run your own business, studying on the BSc Future Food and Culinary Management degree will prepare you as a service-focused professional with a sustainable mindset, ready for the technological and environmental changes of the future.   

The foundation year course is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to continue onto your Honours degree. You will study a range of subjects that will underpin your future study and also gain valuable experience of university life, with full access to campus facilities. Successful completion of the year allows you to progress straight onto Level 4 of this course.

Our courses offer opportunities to discuss issues arising from the Covid crisis and examine solutions from a sector perspective. Our course content is developed with support from a wide network of sector professionals to include changes in the industry.

The Covid pandemic is creating challenges for the industry but is also driving innovation and change across the sector. Join this career-focused course and graduate in a strong position to be a part of the industry’s transformation.

Commercial success and a sustained career within the music industry increasingly depend on having the skills and ability to manage and develop career opportunties; either for yourself or for an act you represent.

On this music management Masters course you will study key concepts in managing and developing a music career and a broad range of entrepreneurial and transferable skills suitable for a variety of music industry jobs.

You will learn about setting up and managing an independent label, develop the skills and knowledge to facilitate live events as well as gaining a more general understanding of the music business.