Biology degrees in the UK

There are 196 biology courses at 59 universities and colleges across the UK. The median student satisfaction score is 86%. The middle entrant on a typical course had around 112 UCAS points. 85% of graduates were in work or further study after 15 months, on a median salary of £28,000. 75 courses offer a placement year.

Courses196
Median satisfaction86%
In work or study85%
Median salary£28,000

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MA (Hons) Biological Sciences University of Aberdeen 4 years · Full-time · Old Aberdeen
Entrants’ UCAS points
176–191
Student satisfaction
98%
In work or study
100%
Median salary
£24,000
Accredited: Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).Optional year abroad
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BSc (Hons) Biology Liverpool John Moores University 3 years · Full-time · City Centre Campus
Entrants’ UCAS points
112–127
Student satisfaction
95%
In work or study
90%
Median salary
£31,500
Accredited: Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).Optional placement yearOptional year abroad
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Entrants’ UCAS points
160–175
Student satisfaction
95%
In work or study
85%
Median salary
£30,000
Accredited: This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.Placement year included
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MBio Biology University of Lincoln 4 years · Full-time · Lincoln Campus
Entrants’ UCAS points
96–111
Student satisfaction
92%
In work or study
90%
Median salary
£23,500
Optional placement yearOptional year abroad
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BSc (Hons) Biology University of Derby 3 years · Full-time · Derby Campus - Kedleston Road
Entrants’ UCAS points
—
Student satisfaction
91%
In work or study
—
Median salary
—
Accredited: Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).Optional placement yearOptional year abroad
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BSc (Hons) Biology Liverpool John Moores University 4 years · Full-time · City Centre Campus
Entrants’ UCAS points
96–111
Student satisfaction
90%
In work or study
75%
Median salary
£31,500
Accredited: Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).Optional placement yearOptional year abroad
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BSc (Hons) Mathematical Biology University of Dundee 4 years · Full-time · The University of Dundee
Entrants’ UCAS points
160–175
Student satisfaction
90%
In work or study
90%
Median salary
£30,000
Accredited: This course is accredited by the Institute of Mathematics and its Applications (IMA) and meets the educational requirements for the Chartered Mathematician (CMath) designation when followed by either: a) Further study at master’s level (FHEQ level 7), or b) Work-based training and experience to reach an equivalent level of competence. It is also recognised as meeting the educational requirements for IMA membership at the appropriate level, from Student Member to Fellow.Optional year abroad
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Entrants’ UCAS points
112–127
Student satisfaction
90%
In work or study
80%
Median salary
—
Accredited: This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.
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Entrants’ UCAS points
112–127
Student satisfaction
90%
In work or study
80%
Median salary
—
Accredited: This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.Foundation year included
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BSc (Hons) Biology and Statistics University of St Andrews 4 years · Full-time · University of St Andrews
Entrants’ UCAS points
224–239
Student satisfaction
90%
In work or study
90%
Median salary
£38,000
Accredited: Accredited by the Royal Statistical Society (RSS) for the purpose of eligibility for Graduate Statistician status.Optional year abroad
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BSc (Hons) Biology Keele University 3 years · Full-time · Keele University
Entrants’ UCAS points
112–127
Student satisfaction
89%
In work or study
100%
Median salary
£25,000
Accredited: Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
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BSc (Hons) Biology Sheffield Hallam University 3 years · Full-time · City Campus
Entrants’ UCAS points
96–111
Student satisfaction
89%
In work or study
100%
Median salary
£24,500
Accredited: Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).Optional placement year
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BSc (Hons) Biology Swansea University 4 years · Full-time · Swansea University - Singleton Campus
Entrants’ UCAS points
96–111
Student satisfaction
89%
In work or study
90%
Median salary
£30,000
Year abroad included
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BSc (Hons) Biology Swansea University 4 years · Full-time · Swansea University - Singleton Campus
Entrants’ UCAS points
96–111
Student satisfaction
89%
In work or study
90%
Median salary
£30,000
Accredited: Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).Placement year included
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MBiol (Hons) Biology Aberystwyth University 5 years · Full-time · Aberystwyth
Entrants’ UCAS points
96–111
Student satisfaction
88%
In work or study
85%
Median salary
£24,500
Accredited: Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).Foundation year included
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MBiol (Hons) Biology Aberystwyth University 4 years · Full-time · Aberystwyth
Entrants’ UCAS points
96–111
Student satisfaction
88%
In work or study
85%
Median salary
£24,500
Accredited: Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
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Entrants’ UCAS points
96–111
Student satisfaction
88%
In work or study
85%
Median salary
£24,500
Accredited: Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).Foundation year included
View course
Entrants’ UCAS points
96–111
Student satisfaction
88%
In work or study
85%
Median salary
£24,500
Accredited: Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).Placement year included
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BSc (Hons) Biology with Foundation Year Keele University 4 years · Full-time · Keele University
Entrants’ UCAS points
64–79
Student satisfaction
88%
In work or study
95%
Median salary
£25,000
Accredited: Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).Foundation year included
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