Plant Biology

University of Nottingham

Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Biology

Plant Biology BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Nottingham, based in Nottingham, taught full-time over 3 years. Graduates earn £27,000 on average 15 months after finishing. Typical A-level entry is ABB - BBB.

A-Level Entry

ABB - BBB

Typical offer · UCAS

Avg. Graduate Salary

£27,000

15 months after graduation · HESA via Discover Uni

About this course

All the food we eat stems from plants and crops. As the human population grows and our climate changes, we need to improve crop productivity. Plant and crop scientists have a vital role in the future of food.

Our plant biology degree teaches you how to experiment with and investigate plant growth. You'll understand how plants develop, reproduce and how they evolve to respond to their environment.

Benefit from our international reputation for research in plant biology. You'll be taught by experts across different aspects of plant science.

Explore many exciting aspects of modern plant science, including:
- cell and molecular biology

- genetic engineering

- plant-pathogen interactions

- environmental physiology

- ecology

You'll apply plant biology to uses in the agricultural, horticultural, biotechnology and food industries.

Access resources such as the Hounsfield Facility where the Hidden Half of Plants is revealed by CT-Scanners.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades ABB - BBB
Scottish Higher ABBBB
Scottish Advanced Higher AB
BTEC DDD

Career Prospects

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Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Nottingham
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Biology
Avg. Graduate Salary
£27,000