BSc Applied Biosciences
About this course
BSc Applied Biosciences, a biosciences degree focused on cellular function, human anatomy, microbiology, and biochemical processes. Core topics include Research Methods and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Students can choose to undertake an optional professional placement year or an international study or work placement. The first year covers foundational concepts through Chemistry for Biosciences, Introduction to Microbiology, Applied Cell Biology, and Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology. The second year progresses to Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology, Principles of Biochemistry, Advanced Microbiology, and Principles of Pathophysiology, with options for a UK work placement or an international study or work placement. The final year examines advanced applications in biochemistry and disease mechanisms through Applications of Biochemistry, Analysis and Applications of Cell and Molecular Biology, and Applications of Pathophysiology, alongside an independent Applied Biosciences Project.
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What students say
Based on about 17 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 99%
- Learning opportunities: 100%
- Assessment and feedback: 100%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 100%
- Learning resources: 96%
- Student voice: 96%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started
- Continued on course: 70%
- Gained a higher qualification: 5%
- Left higher education: 10%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 12 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 25%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 25%
- Administrative occupations: 15%
- Process, plant and machine operatives: 15%
- Finance Professionals: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 50 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 5%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 55%
- East of England: 10%
- London: 10%
- South East: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 30 students who started
- A levels: 95%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Chemistry for Biosciences
- Introduction to Microbiology
- Applied Cell Biology
- Introduction to Anatomy and Physiology
- Advanced Cell and Molecular Biology
- Principles of Biochemistry
- Advanced Microbiology
- Principles of Pathophysiology
- UK Work Placement
- International Study/Work Placement
- Applications of Biochemistry
- Analysis and Applications of Cell and Molecular Biology
- Applications of Pathophysiology
- Applied Biosciences Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Applied Biosciences at Coventry University earn?
The median salary is £25,500 after 15 months, £22,500 after 3 years, £28,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £34,000. The £28,500 median after five years is £4,500 less than the UK median for Molecular biology, biophysics and biochemistry.
What do graduates of BSc Applied Biosciences at Coventry University do next?
75% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Applied Biosciences at Coventry University?
99% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Applied Biosciences at Coventry University?
The average entrant had 71 UCAS points.
Does BSc Applied Biosciences at Coventry University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Applied Biosciences at Coventry University?
70% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.