BSc Biological Sciences
About this course
BSc in Biological Sciences, a biological sciences degree exploring living organisms and ecological systems. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Fieldwork, Project Management, Communication & Writing, Critical & Analytical Thinking, Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. Students can tailor their studies to include specialisms in Animal Biology, Microbiology and Infectious Disease, and Molecular and Cellular Biology, alongside optional residential field courses in the UK and abroad. The first year covers foundational concepts through compulsory modules such as Biochemistry, Genetics, Ecology, and Microbiology. The second year builds upon these principles through compulsory training in Research Skills and Bioethics, while offering various optional modules spanning marine biology, animal behaviour, and molecular genetics. Students may also choose a four-year programme incorporating an industry placement year or a period of study at an international partner institution.
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB. Required subjects: B in Biology and B in another Science subject*. A in Biology and A in another Science subject* (with Professional Placement/Study Abroad). *Accepted science subjects: Biology/Human Biology^; Chemistry; Computing; Design and Technology; Electronics; Economics; Environmental Science; Environmental Studies; Geography; Geology; Life and Health Sciences (Double Award only), Marine Science; Maths/Pure Maths/Further Maths^; Physical Education; Physics; Psychology; Science (applied); Sport Science; Statistics. IB: 32/655.
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Real offers for this course
Applicants have posted 3 UCAS decisions for BSc Biological Sciences (C100) at the University of Exeter for 2027 entry so far: 3 offers. The published offer is ABB at A level.
What students say
Based on about 71 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 97%
- Learning opportunities: 91%
- Assessment and feedback: 84%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 95%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 89%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 125 students who started
- Continued on course: 98%
- Left higher education: 2%
What graduates do next
Based on about 61 graduates who answered
- Working: 59%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 4%
Most common jobs
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Natural and social science professionals: 12%
- Elementary occupations: 9%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 9%
- Administrative occupations: 7%
- Find their work meaningful: 79%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 66%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 59%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 415 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 3%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 12%
- London: 18%
- South East: 22%
- South West: 31%
- Wales: 3%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 135 students who started
- A levels: 92%
- Baccalaureate: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 6%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Animals
- Biochemistry
- Fundamental Principles for Bioscientists
- Genetics
- Ecology
- Microbiology
- Plants
- Cells
- Research Skills and Bioethics
- Marine Biology
- Animal Ecophysiology
- Practical Skills in Field Ecology
- International Field Course
- Observations and Experiments in Animal Behaviour
- Wild Behaviour
- Molecular Biology of the Gene
- Advanced Microbiology
- Advanced Cell Biology
- Genomics and Introductory Bioinformatics
- Medical Genetics
- The Biology of Cancer
- Forensic Science
- Ecology and Environment
- Metabolism
- Analytical Techniques in Biochemistry
- Modern Theories of Evolution
- Molecular Plant Science
- Employability and Career Development
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biological Sciences at University of Exeter earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £23,500 after 3 years, £30,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £37,000. The £30,500 median after five years is £4,000 less than the UK median for Biosciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biological Sciences at University of Exeter do next?
89% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biological Sciences at University of Exeter?
97% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Biological Sciences at University of Exeter?
The typical offer is ABB at A level. The average entrant had 153 UCAS points.
Does BSc Biological Sciences at University of Exeter 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 Biological Sciences at University of Exeter?
98% of students continued into their second year, and 2% left higher education.