BSc Mathematical Biology
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biology and Mathematics. Core topics include Mathematical Modelling, Statistics, Programming, Data Analysis, Research Methods, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. In the first year, two thirds of study is devoted to life science modules and the remainder covers university-level mathematics. Later years offer a mathematics work placement and a supervised mathematics project with a technical dissertation and viva.
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Entry requirements
A level: CCC (Mathematics) IB: 28 points, including 5, 5, 4 at higher level Essential subjects: Higher Level Mathematics plus Biology or Physics, and Chemistry at Ordinary Level 4 Higher / Advanced Higher, SQA (standard): BBBC (Essential subject: Mathematics at Higher).
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What students say
Based on about 13 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 93%
- Assessment and feedback: 93%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 89%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 86%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 60%
- Left higher education: 40%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 20%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Customer service occupations: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 30 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 5%
- London: 5%
- South West: 5%
- Scotland: 75%
- Northern Ireland: 10%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- 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.
Modules
- Core Skills in the Life Sciences 1A
- The Building Blocks of Life
- Core Skills in the Life Sciences 1B
- Building the Organism
- Core Mathematics I
- Core Mathematics II
- Personal Development Planning
- Statistics and Experimental Design
- Cellular Communication
- Biomolecular Mechanisms
- Core Mathematics III
- Core Mathematics IV
- Statistics and Data Analysis
- Introduction to Programming
- Personal Development Planning
- Genome Biology
- Research Skills 3A
- Bioinformatics Methods
- Differential Equations
- Scientific Computing and Numerical Methods
- Dynamical Systems
- Cell Signalling
- Mathematics Work Placement
- Mathematics Project
- Mathematical Biology
- Mathematical Statistics
- Machine Learning in Biology
- Stem Cell Biology
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Mathematical Biology at University of Dundee earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £26,000 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,000 and £39,500. The £33,000 median after five years is £2,500 more than the UK median for Biology.
What do graduates of BSc Mathematical Biology at University of Dundee do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Mathematical Biology at University of Dundee?
91% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Mathematical Biology at University of Dundee?
The typical offer is CCC at A level, or 28 points in the IB. The average entrant had 162 UCAS points.
Is BSc Mathematical Biology at University of Dundee accredited?
Yes. 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.
Does BSc Mathematical Biology at University of Dundee include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Mathematical Biology at University of Dundee?
60% of students continued into their second year, and 40% left higher education.