Biology

Heriot-Watt University
Undergraduate (Integrated Masters) 4+ Year Degree MBiol Full-time 5 Years Biology

A-Level Entry

BBC - ABB

Avg. Graduate Salary

£29,000

About this course

The Integrated Master’s in Biology expands on the traditional BSc Biology degree with a further year of study that culminates in graduation with an M.Biol. This programme will train and equip graduates for a career in modern biological industries. The aims of this new degree are to enhance the creativity and employability of our best students by exposing them to courses that will allow them to grow their skill-set in business and entrepreneurship, as well as fully capitalise on their laboratory and field work skills in Biology. As well as taught courses, there is a strong emphasis on practical work with the entirety of the second semester being devoted to project work. The M.Biol will result in graduates who are well suited to a range of contemporary graduate employment posts in the Biology sector, including the environmental, biomedical and biotechnological sectors.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades BBC - ABB
Scottish Higher AABB
Scottish Advanced Higher BB
BTEC DMM

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

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

Course Details

Qualification
Master of Biology - MBiol
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Edinburgh
Scheme
Undergraduate (Integrated Masters)
Subjects
Biology
Avg. Graduate Salary
£29,000