BSc Biological Sciences
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biological Sciences, a biological sciences degree centred on the fundamental mechanisms underlying human life and health. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Clinical Skills, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Students can choose between a three-year full-time route or a four-year full-time route that includes a professional placement year. The first year covers the foundations through Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Human Evolution and Adaptation, Laboratory Skills 1, Genetics and Molecular Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, and Academic Skills and Data Description. The second year advances practical and theoretical knowledge via Cellular Signalling and Transport, Research Methods: Data Analysis, Laboratory Skills II, Genomics, and Growth Development and Ageing, alongside optional choices such as Interdisciplinary Science and Pharmaceutical and Clinical Science. The final year centres on a compulsory Project, while optional modules span Public and Global Health, Applied Genomics, Regenerative Medicine, Cancer Biology, and other specialized subjects.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB including Biology or Human Biology and one from Chemistry, Physics, Geography, Geology, Maths, Psychology or Environmental Science. IB: 35 points (6,6,5 HL) including HL Biology and one other Science or Maths at HL. BTEC: BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science: DDD with Distinction in Unit 1: Principles and Applications of Science I. BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Applied Science: DD plus A level grade B from either Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, Geology, Maths, Psychology or Environmental Science. BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Applied Science: D plus 2 A levels at grades AB to include one from Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, Geology, Maths, Psychology or Environmental Science. or BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate: D plus 2 A levels at grades AB, to include Biology or Human Biology and one from Chemistry, Physics, Geography, Geology, Maths, Psychology or Environmental Science. Preferred BTEC: Applied Science
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What students say
Based on about 15 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 96%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 86%
- Academic support: 93%
- Organisation and management: 100%
- Learning resources: 95%
- Student voice: 87%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 55%
- Working and studying: 25%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Business and public service associate professionals: 30%
- Administrative occupations: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Natural and social science professionals: 5%
- Caring personal services: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 20%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 370 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 11%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 7%
- East Midlands: 14%
- West Midlands: 9%
- East of England: 14%
- London: 18%
- South East: 16%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 4%
- Scotland: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 40 students who started
- A levels: 90%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Biochemistry and Cell Biology
- Human Evolution and Adaptation
- Laboratory Skills 1
- Genetics and Molecular Biology
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Academic Skills and Data Description
- Cellular Signalling and Transport
- Research Methods: Data Analysis
- Laboratory Skills II
- Genomics
- Growth Development and Ageing
- Interdisciplinary Science
- Human Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism
- Pharmaceutical and Clinical Science
- Physiology of Exercise and Training
- Project
- Public and Global Health
- Human Performance at Environmental Extremes
- Cellular Adaptation and Degeneration
- Applied Genomics
- Body Composition and Physiological Measurement
- Physiology of Exercise and Health
- Sport and Exercise Nutrition
- Applied Physiology of Sport Performance
- Regenerative Medicine
- Cancer Biology
- University wide language programme
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biological Sciences at Loughborough University earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £33,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,000 and £45,500. The £33,500 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Biosciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biological Sciences at Loughborough University do next?
85% 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 Loughborough University?
96% 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 Loughborough University?
The typical offer is AAB at A level, or 35 points in the IB. The average entrant had 154 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biological Sciences at Loughborough University accredited?
Yes. Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Does BSc Biological Sciences at Loughborough University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Biological Sciences at Loughborough University?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.