Biological Sciences

The University of Edinburgh
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Biology

A-Level Entry

AAA - ABB

Avg. Graduate Salary

£26,000

About this course

Biological Sciences explores the study of living organisms, covering everything from the interactions of animals in their environment to how genes are expressed.

Our skills-based curriculum will equip you with data analysis, programming and problem-solving skills. It will teach you effective communication, and independent thinking, preparing you to be a part of the next generation of scientific thinkers who apply their skills in various contexts.

We offer 12 different subject areas and you will specialise in one of these honours programmes as you progress through your studies.

In your first two years of study, your compulsory courses will cover aspects of all 12 subject areas we offer. This means that you will be able to choose an honours programme based on your experiences and what interests you.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades AAA - ABB
Scottish Higher AABB

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2119 Natural and social science professionals
3111 Laboratory technicians
2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
2111 Chemical scientists
3213 Medical and dental technicians
2112 Biological scientists

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Edinburgh
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Biology
Avg. Graduate Salary
£26,000