BSc Biology
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biology, covering laboratory and field-based approaches to the study of living organisms. Core topics include laboratory techniques, research methods, data analysis, fieldwork, and communication skills. From the second year, modules can be chosen across the biosciences or focused on particular specialisms, with an optional placement year available. The final year includes a research project presented at an undergraduate conference.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBB in three A levels including B in one Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List. IB: 555 in three Higher Levels including 5 in one Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List , or 30 points including 5 in one Higher Level Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List.
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What students say
Based on about 10 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: 87%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 97%
- Student voice: 90%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 25%
What graduates do next
Based on about 12 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 55%
- Working and studying: 25%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Skilled trades occupations: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Architects, Chartered Architectural Technologists, Planning Officers, Surveyors and Construction Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 95 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 20%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 4%
- East Midlands: 8%
- West Midlands: 37%
- East of England: 4%
- London: 12%
- South East: 10%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Other qualifications: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Animal Physiology and Anatomy
- Human Physiology and Anatomy
- Cells, Genetics and Evolution
- Ecology
- Practical and Academic Skills in Bioscience
- Field Biology
- Microbes Viruses and Parasites
- Applications of Molecular Biology
- Research and Analytical Skills
- Current Topics in Biology
- Biodiversity Crisis
- Practical and Professional Skills in Bioscience
- Animal Behaviour
- Human Genetics
- Molecular Ecology and Plant Genetics
- Animal Adaptations
- Nutrition and Health
- Flexible Work Placement (Level 5)
- Research Project
- Employability and Communication Skills in Bioscience
- Case Studies in Biotechnology
- Tropical Biology Field Course
- Conservation Biology
- Insect Ecology and Pest Management
- Animals and Society
- Ecotoxicology and Risk Assessment
- Human Parasitology
- Cancer Biology
- Human Evolution
- Animal Welfare
- Blue Economy Sustainable Futures with an Ocean Focus
- Environmental and Wildlife Forensics
- Plant Science and Sustainability
- Flexible Work Placement (level 6)
- Professional Experience in Education
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biology at Keele University earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £23,000 after 3 years, £29,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £25,000 and £37,000. The £29,000 median after five years is £1,500 less than the UK median for Biology.
What do graduates of BSc Biology at Keele University do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biology at Keele University?
91% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Biology at Keele University?
The typical offer is BBB at A level, or 30 points in the IB. The average entrant had 73 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biology at Keele University accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
How many students continue on BSc Biology at Keele University?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.