Biology
About this course
BSc (Honours)/MSci in Biology. Core topics include programming, data analysis, statistics, research methods and project management. The programme includes a final-year research project and is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. An optional placement year in a research, environmental, industrial or health-related organisation is available.
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Entry requirements
UCAS points: 104-112 A level: BBC-BCC at A Level including grade C in Biology. BTEC: DDM in BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science will be considered (please include units on application). T level: Merit overall from a T level qualification in Science with a Specialism in Technical Laboratory Sciences only.
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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: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 91%
- Assessment and feedback: 90%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 92%
- Learning resources: 94%
- Student voice: 80%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 20%
What graduates do next
Based on about 6 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 25%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 20%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 20%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 70%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 95 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 4%
- North West: 11%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 46%
- East Midlands: 23%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 4%
- London: 4%
- South East: 3%
- South West: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Foundation course: 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, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Animal, Plant And Environmental Biology
- Biochemistry And Genetics
- Demonstrating Professional Skills For Scientists
- Fundamentals Of Life Sciences
- Introducing Professional Skills For Scientists
- Applying Professional Skills For Scientists
- Developing Professional Skills For Scientists
- Ecology, Evolution And Animal Behaviour
- Molecular And Cellular Biochemistry
- Global Climate Emergency
- Immunology And Microbiology
- Physiology Of Health And Disease
- Undergraduate Sandwich Placement Applied Professional Diploma
- Advanced Professional Skills For Scientists
- Plant And Microbial Biotechnology For A Sustainable Future
- Research Project
- Advanced Genetics
- Applications Of Data Science
- Applied Biochemistry
- Human Nutrition And Health
- Neurobiology And Neurophysiology
- Pharmacology
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Biology at Sheffield Hallam University earn?
The median salary is £24,500 after 15 months, £23,000 after 3 years, £26,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £34,500. The £26,500 median after five years is £4,000 less than the UK median for Biology.
What do graduates of Biology at Sheffield Hallam University do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on Biology at Sheffield Hallam University?
92% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for Biology at Sheffield Hallam University?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 102 UCAS points.
Is Biology at Sheffield Hallam 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).
Does Biology at Sheffield Hallam University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on Biology at Sheffield Hallam University?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.