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wider reading for biology- help??

im not sure what degree i want to do at uni, but im fairly sure i want to do something biology based or maybe even medicine. so i was thinking wider reading for biology in particular might be helpful for me people often say i should be reading lots of books around my a level subject- im trying but i find it really hard to stay engaged with them, would anyone be able to recommend any biology yt vids, documentaries or podcasts that i could perhaps try? thx!!
Reply 1
The series 'Very Short Introduction to ...' are small, cheap-ish and written by University lecturers - they are basic introductions to specific subject areas , and have good 'Further reading' suggestions - example Molecular Biology: A Very Short Introduction (Very Short Introductions): Amazon.co.uk: Divan, Aysha, Royds, Janice: 9780198723882: Books
And if you are aiming at Oxbridge or other competitive Unis - Biology Reading List | Balliol College

Moocs (short free online courses) - pick something that interests you and practice taking notes etc
Biology of Bugs, Brains and Beasts - Online Course - FutureLearn
Understanding Biological Energy - Online Course - FutureLearn
Human Body Parts and their Functions - Online Course - FutureLearn
And some BBC science/medicine podcasts - BBC Radio 5 Live - 5 Live Science Podcast - Available now
Reply 2
Thank you, I'll have a look!

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