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BSc Biology and Mathematics

University of Stirling

Institution
University of Stirling
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Biology and Mathematics
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
U16-BIOMAT
Median salary
£34,000 after 5 years

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What students say

Based on about 13 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Teaching on my course: 84%
  • Learning opportunities: 82%
  • Assessment and feedback: 82%
  • Academic support: 98%
  • Organisation and management: 80%
  • Learning resources: 84%
  • Student voice: 74%

Do students stay on the course?

Based on about 40 students who started, across similar courses at this university

  • Continued on course: 80%
  • Left higher education: 20%

What graduates do next

Based on about 13 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Working: 55%
  • Working and studying: 10%
  • Further study: 25%
  • Unemployed: 5%

Most common jobs

  • Natural and social science professionals: 30%
  • Teaching Professionals: 15%
  • Welfare and housing associate professionals: 10%
  • Secretarial and related occupations: 5%
  • Caring personal services: 5%
  • Find their work meaningful: 100%
  • Feel on track for their future plans: 85%
  • Use what they learnt on the course: 65%

Where graduates work (5 years on)

Based on about 45 graduates, across similar courses at this university

  • North East: 5%
  • North West: 5%
  • South West: 5%
  • Scotland: 70%
  • Northern Ireland: 10%

Who gets in

Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • A levels: 85%
  • Baccalaureate: 5%
  • Other HE qualification: 10%
  • Other qualifications: 5%

Questions about this course

How much do graduates of BSc Biology and Mathematics at University of Stirling earn?

The median salary is £27,000 after 15 months, £23,500 after 3 years, £34,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £40,000. The £34,000 median after five years is £3,500 more than the UK median for Biology.

What do graduates of BSc Biology and Mathematics at University of Stirling 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 Biology and Mathematics at University of Stirling?

84% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.

What grades do I need for BSc Biology and Mathematics at University of Stirling?

The average entrant had 177 UCAS points.

Does BSc Biology and Mathematics at University of Stirling include a placement year or year abroad?

The course has an optional year abroad.

How many students continue on BSc Biology and Mathematics at University of Stirling?

80% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.