BSc Biological Sciences
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biological Sciences, combining molecular, cellular, and ecological study of living organisms. Core topics include laboratory techniques, fieldwork, data analysis, research methods, and clinical skills. The programme is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology and includes an optional placement year, with the option to spend a year studying in the USA.
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Entry requirements
GCSE: English language and mathematics at grade C or 4 or above. UCAS tariff: 104 UCAS points A level: Two full A-levels required as a minimum, including Grade C in Biology BTEC: Grade DMM required from Applied Science, or other Science-based BTEC including Biology modules. We can accept BTEC Subsidiary Diplomas in combination, where we would ask for a Merit grade in Applied Science. T level: Overall Merit required in Science. Scottish Highers: Two Scottish Higher Levels required, including Biology. Irish Leaving Certificate: Two Higher Levels required, including Biology. IB: Including grade 4 in Higher Level Biology. Must have passed the full International Baccalaureate to be considered. Access to HE: 112 UCAS points from QAA-approved Science access course, must include Biology.
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What students say
Based on about 7 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 82%
- Learning opportunities: 85%
- Assessment and feedback: 82%
- Academic support: 82%
- Organisation and management: 77%
- Learning resources: 82%
- Student voice: 71%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 20%
- Animal care and control services: 15%
- Conservation and environment professionals: 10%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Natural and social science professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 50%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 40%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 180 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 64%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 7%
- East Midlands: 6%
- West Midlands: 4%
- East of England: 4%
- London: 3%
- South East: 4%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 3%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Biological Skills
- Biodiversity
- Molecules to Microbes
- Genetics
- Study Skills
- Cell biology
- Pathophysiology
- Biological Research Skills
- Introduction to Parasitology and Infectious Diseases
- Animal Physiology
- Microbial Communities and Interactions
- Ecology in Action
- Molecular Genetics
- Ocean Challenges
- Study in the USA
- Biology of Parasites
- Antimicrobial Resistance: Threats and Solutions
- Final Year Project and Professional Skills
- Final Year Project with Science Communication and Professional Skills (HANS)
- Biotechnology
- Clinical Immunology
- Practical Ecology and Conservation
- Veterinary and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases
- Applied Freshwater Biology
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biological Sciences at University of Salford earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £18,500 after 3 years, £22,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £17,000 and £28,000. The £22,500 median after five years is £12,000 less than the UK median for Biosciences.
What do graduates of BSc Biological Sciences at University of Salford do next?
80% 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 University of Salford?
82% 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 University of Salford?
The average entrant had 106 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biological Sciences at University of Salford accredited?
Yes. Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Does BSc Biological Sciences at University of Salford 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 Biological Sciences at University of Salford?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.