Scientist (Degree Apprenticeship) What you will study

This module develops your transferable and technical laboratory skills across scientific disciplines, enhancing your abilities in observation, measurement, and data analysis. You apply health and safety principles, use appropriate equipment, conduct experiments systematically, and record accurate results. It also introduces specialised techniques linked to theory modules, helping you present and interpret data effectively. Teaching includes pre-lab simulations, practical sessions, workshops, and independent study. Assessment is based on a portfolio of laboratory reports demonstrating your skills.

This module provides you with a strong foundation in core scientific principles, covering topics from atomic structures to ecosystems. You develop understanding across chemistry, biology, and environmental science, exploring how these link to global challenges such as climate change and human health. You learn about molecular structure, biologically important molecules, cellular processes, evolution, and ecosystem dynamics. Teaching is delivered through flexible online lectures, supported by group workshops and independent study using digital resources. Assessment is a two-hour exam covering all learning outcomes.

This module equips you with essential skills for university study and scientific development, focusing on planning and conducting investigations effectively. You develop key abilities in mathematics, communication, and data analysis to present findings to both specialist and general audiences. The module emphasises academic integrity, employability, and personal growth, while building skills in writing, numeracy, coding, data handling, ICT, and teamwork. You also gain awareness of health, safety, and ethical considerations in science, alongside practical experience in laboratory work, problem-solving, and basic programming. Broader topics include sustainability, climate change, and scientific communication. Assessment is a 3000-word lab report.

This module builds on your foundational scientific knowledge by exploring how interactions between core concepts create complexity in biological and chemical systems. You apply theory to real-world areas such as biochemistry, ecology, evolution, and modern chemistry. In biology, you study physiology, ecology, and evolution, including organism interactions and ecosystem dynamics; in chemistry, you explore periodicity, organic reactions, thermodynamics, and energy flow. You develop skills in applying scientific principles, linking structure and function, and analysing energy and matter in systems. Teaching includes asynchronous lectures, workshops, and independent study. Assessment is a 3000-word case study.

This module develops your understanding of the commercial, regulatory, and organisational contexts of scientific work, helping you operate effectively in a business environment. You learn to align scientific activities with business goals, apply project management, and evaluate the impact of regulations, quality, and safety standards. You also build skills in communicating with business stakeholders and reflecting on professional behaviour. Topics include finance, compliance, communication, ethics, and professionalism. Teaching combines flexible lectures, workshops, and independent study. Assessment includes a 1500-word essay and a 15-minute presentation.

This module develops your understanding of statistical analysis and data quality, helping you assess uncertainty and interpret data effectively. You learn to carry out statistical analyses manually and using computational tools, while applying methods such as hypothesis testing and outlier detection. The module also introduces method development and validation in professional practice, alongside practical laboratory work that builds teamwork and reinforces data handling, record keeping, and Good Laboratory Practice. Teaching includes asynchronous lectures, group laboratory sessions, workshops, and independent study using online resources. Assessment is split between a 1500-word data analysis and a 1500-word laboratory report.

This module develops your theoretical knowledge and practical skills in a wide range of analytical and instrumental techniques used across scientific disciplines. You gain hands-on experience with specialised equipment while improving your ability to collect, analyse, and interpret data. The module prepares you for independent research by helping you apply appropriate methods and understand the strengths and limitations of different techniques. You also develop skills in Good Laboratory Practice, accurate record keeping, and effective communication of results. Teaching includes lectures, laboratory sessions, workshops, and independent study. Assessment is split between a 1500-word data interpretation task and a 1500-word laboratory report.

This module develops your understanding of data-driven approaches in modern science, equipping you with computational and analytical skills to interpret and model large datasets. You learn key data science concepts, including statistical analysis, multivariate methods, and machine learning, alongside their limitations. You gain practical experience using software tools, coding, and modelling techniques such as molecular simulations. The module also builds your ability to critically evaluate methods and results. Teaching includes lectures, IT lab sessions, workshops, and independent study. Assessment is split between a poster presentation and a short computational report.

This module builds on your prior learning to deepen your understanding of biology at the cellular level, focusing on different cell types and their interactions. You study areas such as immunology and pharmacology, exploring how cells function in health and disease. You learn about stem cells, microorganisms, the immune system, and drug–receptor interactions, alongside key laboratory techniques like cell culture. The module also introduces ethical, legal, and safety considerations in cellular biology. Assessment is split between a 1500-word literature review and a 1500-word timed worksheet.

This module builds on your prior learning to develop your understanding of how molecules are designed, synthesised, and analysed, linking chemical theory to real-world applications. You explore the formation of complex molecules from simple components, considering reactivity, chemoselectivity, and structural constraints. You study key areas such as catalysis, organometallic chemistry, and molecular interactions in systems like polymers and mixtures. The module also introduces quantum and statistical mechanics to explain molecular behaviour and thermodynamics. You develop skills in predicting reactions, relating structure to properties, and applying theoretical models. Teaching includes lectures, workshops, and independent study. Assessment is split between a 1500-word literature review and a 1500-word timed worksheet.

This module supports your personal and professional development by helping you understand how your academic skills align with workplace expectations. You reflect on your strengths and areas for improvement while building key transferable skills such as communication, teamwork, professionalism, and self-awareness through structured activities like the Greenwich Employability Passport. You also gain insight into career planning, recruitment processes, and workplace practices. The module introduces governance in science, including ethics, risk management, and compliance. Teaching includes lectures, workshops, industry input, and independent learning. Assessment is a 1500-word grant proposal or business case.

project relevant to your field. You investigate a scientific problem, generate new data, and engage with literature to support your work while developing self-management, critical thinking, and research skills. You learn to evaluate your results and existing research, and present findings clearly with appropriate conclusions. The module also develops your communication skills through presentations and structured discussion, while reinforcing professional standards. Teaching is mainly self-directed, supported by supervision and access to resources. Assessment includes a presentation with questioning and a viva based on a portfolio.

In this module, you develop your understanding of biology at the molecular level, focusing on gene expression, protein production, and cellular function. You explore key laboratory techniques such as transcriptomics and proteomics, and learn to analyse molecular data. You also examine applications like gene therapy and consider ethical and safety issues. Teaching includes lectures, workshops, and independent study. Assessment consists of two 1500-word coursework tasks.

In this module, you explore how chemical principles drive modern materials science and industry applications. You study catalytic systems, material properties, and structure–function relationships in systems such as polymers and solids. You develop skills in chemical design, characterisation techniques, and evaluation of current research. Teaching includes lectures, workshops, and independent study. Assessment is split between two 1500-word coursework assignments.

In this module, you explore specialist research areas to understand how different chemistry disciplines combine in real-world research. You apply core concepts to solve research problems, evaluate scientific information, and engage with current literature. You also gain insight into research practice, including collaboration and developments in the field. Teaching includes lectures, workshops, and independent study. Assessment is a short report based on current research.

In this module, you explore specialised biological research areas, integrating fields such as environmental, molecular, and physiological biology. You develop skills in applying concepts to research problems, evaluating scientific information, and interpreting current literature. The module also highlights real research practices, including collaboration and global context. Teaching includes lectures, workshops, and independent study. Assessment is a short research-based report.