BSc Biological Sciences with Professional Studies
About this course
BSc in Biological Sciences, covering molecular biology, ecosystems, and organismal function. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Data Analysis, Fieldwork, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Programmes with professional studies include a 40-week work placement between stage 2 and stage 3. The final year incorporates an independent research project.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBB including Biology and at least one from Chemistry (preferred), Geography, Mathematics or Physics + GCSE Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 OR BBB including Double Award Applied Science or Double Award Life & Health Sciences + GCSE Biology and Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 OR ABB including Biology + GCSE Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4. IB: 32 points overall including 6,5,5 at Higher Level including Biology and Chemistry (preferred) or Mathematics or Physics or Geography + GCSE Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 OR 33 points overall including 6,5,5 at Higher Level including Biology + GCSE Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4
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What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 75%
- Assessment and feedback: 71%
- Academic support: 77%
- Organisation and management: 77%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 70%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 12 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 5%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 20%
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Engineering professionals: 15%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 5%
- Animal care and control services: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Modules
- World of Microorganisms
- Biodiversity
- Genetics and the Molecular Toolbox
- Molecular Basis of Life
- Fundamentals of Microbiology
- Environmental Biology
- Cell Biology
- Invertebrate Biology
- Plants, People, Planet
- Advanced Cell Biology
- Coastal and Oceanic Biology
- Applied Ecology with Field Course
- Microorganisms in Action
- Applied Genetics
- Forensics and Toxicology
- Microbial Metabolism and Biocatalysis
- Molecular Genetics and Bioinformatics 1
- Molecular Genetics and Bioinformatics II
- Comparative Animal Physiology
- Vertebrate Biology
- Diagnostic Microbiology
- Applied Ecology
- Professional Studies
- Research Project
- Parasitology
- Zoonoses
- Microbiome: Biotechnological applications and ‘Omic manipulations
- Immunology and Immunotherapy
- Behavioural Ecology
- Global Change Biology
- Conservation Biology
- Medical Microbiology
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biological Sciences with Professional Studies at Queen's University Belfast earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months. After fifteen months the middle half of graduates earn between £25,000 and £30,000. The £28,000 median after fifteen months is £1,000 more than the UK median for Biosciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biological Sciences with Professional Studies at Queen's University Belfast 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 Biological Sciences with Professional Studies at Queen's University Belfast?
89% 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 with Professional Studies at Queen's University Belfast?
The typical offer is BBB at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 146 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biological Sciences with Professional Studies at Queen's University Belfast accredited?
Yes. Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Does BSc Biological Sciences with Professional Studies at Queen's University Belfast include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Biological Sciences with Professional Studies at Queen's University Belfast?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.