MBiol Biology
About this course
MBiol (Honours) in Biology, a biology degree spanning molecular biology, organismal life, and ecological systems. Core topics include Research Methods. The five-year programme combines undergraduate and postgraduate study to culminate in a Masters qualification. The first year covers molecular, cellular, and organismal biology through Biology 1 and Biology 2. The second year examines specific areas through compulsory modules such as Animal Behaviour, Biochemistry, Ecology, and Research Methods in Biology. The third year advances knowledge via modules including Evolution, Genes, Cells and Development, and Quantitative Ecology. The final year involves specialised study through advanced options such as Molecular Virology, Animal Cognition, and The CRISPR system for Antiviral Defence and Genome Engineering.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB, including Biology and one other science from the following: Chemistry Mathematics Physics. IB: 36 (HL 6,6,5), including HL6 in Biology and HL6 in one of the following subjects: Chemistry Mathematics Physics.
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What students say
Based on about 43 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 94%
- Learning opportunities: 87%
- Assessment and feedback: 73%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 80%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 83%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
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: 70%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Conservation and environment professionals: 25%
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 75%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 25 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- North West: 10%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- East Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 10%
- London: 5%
- Scotland: 65%
Who gets in
Based on about 45 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 90%
- Baccalaureate: 10%
Modules
- Biology 1
- Biology 2
- Animal Behaviour
- Applied Molecular Biology
- Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Cell Systems
- Ecology
- Evolutionary Biology
- Invertebrate Zoology
- Molecular Biology
- Research Methods in Biology
- The Oceans
- Vertebrate Zoology
- Animal Behaviour: A Quantitative Approach
- Ecosystems and Conservation
- Evolution
- Genes, Cells and Development
- Quantitative Ecology
- Advanced Microscopy and Image Analysis – Seeing is Believing
- Animal Cognition
- Chromatin and Genome Stability
- Complex Systems in Animal Behaviour
- Evolutionary Developmental Biology
- Marine Mammals and Humans
- Molecular Virology
- Science Communication of Biodiversity and Conservation
- The CRISPR system for Antiviral Defence and Genome Engineering
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MBiol Biology at University of St Andrews earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £27,000 after 3 years, £32,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £18,000 and £40,500. The £32,000 median after five years is £1,500 more than the UK median for Biology.
What do graduates of MBiol Biology at University of St Andrews do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MBiol Biology at University of St Andrews?
94% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MBiol Biology at University of St Andrews?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 208 UCAS points.
Does MBiol Biology at University of St Andrews include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MBiol Biology at University of St Andrews?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.