Concurrent Programme of Studies for Degree in Biology and Degree in Chemistry

In the simultaneous study of both degrees, students will acquire knowledge on the diversity of living organisms, learning to identify them and understand their organisation and how they function. They will understand the means, interactive mechanisms and reactions of living beings with their environment and will analyse the biological structures from macromolecules to the most complex organisms. They will acquire a solid, balanced base of theoretical-practical chemical knowledge, including researching structures and mechanisms of chemical transformations and the synthesis of new compounds or substances. They will learn to resolve biological, chemical and biochemical problems in an effective manner, developing constructive thought and working in a collaborative way. Likewise, they will develop the skills and abilities needed to apply their acquired knowledge when resolving problems and presenting a critical scientific opinion. Finally, they will know how to assess the importance of research, innovation and technological development in in the socioeconomic and cultural advancement of society and express themselves in the official languages of our community.

The synergies between Biology and Chemistry mean that a specialist in both sciences has a promising future ahead, being able to find professional openings in a multitude of workplaces in any sector, the following being the most significant:

• Aquaculture.
• Administration, in positions of professional competence and academic level of Biology and/or Chemistry.
• Scientific-technical consultancy.
• Biotechnology.
• Biochemistry.
• Clinics, hospitals and laboratories.
• Marketing and technical assistance for the client, buyer or product/equipment user etc.
• Quality control, auditing and accreditation.
• Control, management, evaluation and environmental audit.
• Rational and sustainable industrial use of natural resources (petrochemistry, iron and steel, metallurgical, wood industry, paper industry, cement industry, ceramics etc.).
• Teaching Biology, Chemistry and science in general.
• Pharmaceutical and food industries.
• Perfume industry, cosmetics industry and personal hygiene products and cleaning.
• Agrochemical industry (fertiliser, pesticides etc.).
• Electronic, plastics, synthetic fibres and rubber industry etc.
• Research.
• Botanical gardens.
• Zoos.
• Scientific policy.
• Prevention of Occupational Risks and Industrial Hygiene.
• Auxiliary products for the industry (solvents, additives, catalysts, lubricants, paints, etc.).
• Radiochemical products.
• Planning, installation, management and control of laboratories and plants.
• Forensic Chemistry.
• Biological chemistry, genomics and proteomics.
• Treatment, storage and/or waste disposal.
• Treatment and purification of water.
• Transport of dangerous goods.

Study structure

The degrees are organized by courses. Click on a academic year for more information.

• 1st year
• 2nd year
• 3rd year
• 4th year
• 5th year
• 6th year

Teachers

The study is taught by teachers from the departments of: Biology, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Information Technologies, Health Sciences, Languages and Literatures, Mathematics, Physical and Sports Education, Physics and Earth Sciences, Physiotherapy, Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Psychology and Sociology and Communication Sciences

The degrees are organized by courses. Click on a academic year for more information.

• 1st year
• 2nd year
• 3rd year
• 4th year
• 5th year
• 6th year

Student mobility

UDC holds student mobility agreements with universities and other third-level institutions across four continents. Students are offered several opportunities each year to apply to study abroad in one of these centres (for a single term or for a whole year), with the guarantee that all credits obtained will be duly recognised in their academic record upon their return.

For each round of applications, the University publishes the list of exchange options available to students and, where relevant, the specific conditions associated with each. Students may also apply to the University for funding for international work experience placements and internships.

Work experience placements are accredited in the student's academic record and the European diploma supplement. Students are free to decide in which host company or academic institution within the EHEA they wish to carry out their placement. To assist them in their search, the University has created an online noticeboard with jobs postings and other news.

Work-study placements in A Coruña are arranged by the International Relations Office (ORI) of the UDC in collaboration with the international relations coordinators in the student’s home university. The general entry criteria, rights and obligations of students, and admission and acceptance procedures for the programme, are regulated by the UDC Mobility Policy.