BSc Biology with Integrated Foundation Year
Royal Holloway, University of London
About this course
BSc in Biology, examining living organisms from molecular to ecosystem levels. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques and Research Methods. The course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology and includes an Integrated Foundation Year, with successful completion allowing transfer to BSc Zoology or BSc Ecology and Conservation. A supervised Individual Research Project is completed in the final year.
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Entry requirements
A level: CCC-CCD (This course is suitable for non-standard entrants, including mature returners to study with Science qualifications below the standard required for entry to a degree. Required subjects: Biology A-level We require English Language and Mathematics GCSE at grade 4(C). T-levels We accept T-levels for admission to our undergraduate courses, with the following grades regarded as equivalent to our standard A-level requirements: AAA* – Distinction (A* on the core and distinction in the occupational specialism) AAA – Distinction BBB – Merit CCC – Pass (C or above on the core) DDD – Pass (D or E on the core) Where a course specifies subject-specific requirements at A-level, T-level applicants are likely to be asked to offer this A-level alongside their T-level studies.) IB: 24 points overall including 4 in Biology at Higher Level
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What students say
Based on about 25 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 94%
- Learning opportunities: 86%
- Assessment and feedback: 79%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 81%
- Learning resources: 86%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 55 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 89%
- Left higher education: 11%
What graduates do next
Based on about 16 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 30%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 25%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 25%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Animal care and control services: 10%
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 50%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 145 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 2%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 4%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 12%
- London: 38%
- South East: 31%
- South West: 8%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 50 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 100%
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): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Global and Planetary Health
- Foundation Life Sciences and The Environment
- Foundation Mathematics for Life Scientists
- Environmental Science for Foundation Life Sciences
- Life Sciences II: Organ Systems
- Foundation Statistics for Life Sciences
- Becoming a Bioscientist
- Green Planet: Plants and Our Future
- Cell Biology and the Origin of Life
- Genetics
- Introductory Animal Physiology
- Biological Data Analysis and Interpretation
- Evolution
- Professional Skills and Employability
- Individual Research Project
- Climate Change - Plants and the Environment
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biology with Integrated Foundation Year at Royal Holloway, University of London earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £44,000. The £33,000 median after five years is £2,500 more than the UK median for Biology.
What do graduates of BSc Biology with Integrated Foundation Year at Royal Holloway, University of London do next?
75% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biology with Integrated Foundation Year at Royal Holloway, University of London?
94% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Biology with Integrated Foundation Year at Royal Holloway, University of London?
The typical offer is CCC at A level, or 24 points in the IB. The average entrant had 106 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biology with Integrated Foundation Year at Royal Holloway, University of London 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).
Does BSc Biology with Integrated Foundation Year at Royal Holloway, University of London 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 Biology with Integrated Foundation Year at Royal Holloway, University of London?
89% of students continued into their second year, and 11% left higher education.