Biology degrees in Scotland

There are 24 biology courses at 5 universities and colleges in Scotland. The median student satisfaction score is 89%. The middle entrant on a typical course had around 192 UCAS points. 90% of graduates were in work or further study after 15 months, on a median salary of £30,000. 1 course offer a placement year.

Courses24
Median satisfaction89%
In work or study90%
Median salary£30,000
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) 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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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 and Psychology University of St Andrews 4 years · Full-time · University of St Andrews
Entrants’ UCAS points
208–223
Student satisfaction
85%
In work or study
85%
Median salary
£27,000
Accredited: Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).Optional year abroad
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BSc (Hons) Psychology with Biology University of St Andrews 4 years · Full-time · University of St Andrews
Entrants’ UCAS points
208–223
Student satisfaction
85%
In work or study
85%
Median salary
£27,000
Accredited: Accredited against the requirements for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society (BPS).Optional year abroad
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BSc (Hons) Biology University of Aberdeen 4 years · Full-time · Old Aberdeen
Entrants’ UCAS points
144–159
Student satisfaction
79%
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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