MSci Biological Sciences
About this course
MSci in Biological Sciences, a biology degree spanning living systems from molecular mechanisms to whole ecosystems. Core topics include Programming, Statistics, and Fieldwork. Students can select optional modules starting in the second year, choose from specialism areas such as ecology, immunology and infection, systems biology, microbiology, plant sciences, developmental biology and neuroscience in the third year, and complete a seven-month final-year research project. The first year covers core foundations through compulsory modules including Biological Chemistry and Microbiology, Evolution and Diversity, Cell Biology and Genetics, Ecology and Evolution, and Core Skills for Life Scientists. Biological Chemistry and Microbiology introduces cellular biochemistry and metabolism. Evolution and Diversity examines the relationships and evolution of animals, plants, and fungi. Cell Biology and Genetics addresses information transfer pathways and genetic systems. Ecology and Evolution explores ecosystems, communities, and populations. Core Skills for Life Scientists introduces mathematics, communication, statistics, and bioinformatics.
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Entry requirements
AAA -- to include: A in Biology; A in Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics; A in a third subject (A-levels), 38 points -- to include: 6 in Biology at higher level; 6 in Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics at higher level (International Baccalaureate)
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What students say
Based on about 68 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 95%
- Learning opportunities: 94%
- Assessment and feedback: 70%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 78%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 88%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 120 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 88%
- Left higher education: 13%
What graduates do next
Based on about 23 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 35%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 40%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 35%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 25%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Information Technology Professionals: 5%
- Finance Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 90%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 80 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 3%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 6%
- East of England: 7%
- London: 56%
- South East: 18%
- South West: 1%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 140 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 82%
- Baccalaureate: 18%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Biological Chemistry and Microbiology
- Evolution and Diversity
- Cell Biology and Genetics
- Ecology and Evolution
- Core Skills for Life Scientists
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MSci Biological Sciences at Imperial College London earn?
The median salary is £35,000 after 15 months, £33,000 after 3 years, £40,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £32,500 and £63,500. The £40,000 median after five years is £9,500 more than the UK median for Biology.
What do graduates of MSci Biological Sciences at Imperial College London do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MSci Biological Sciences at Imperial College London?
95% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MSci Biological Sciences at Imperial College London?
The typical offer is AAA at A level, or 38 points in the IB. The average entrant had 199 UCAS points.
How many students continue on MSci Biological Sciences at Imperial College London?
88% of students continued into their second year, and 13% left higher education.