BSc Biological Science with deferred choice of specialisation,
About this course
BSc in Biological Science with deferred choice of specialisation, a biology degree that offers a flexible curriculum spanning multiple branches of the life sciences before students select a specific pathway. Core topics include Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Fieldwork. Students study foundational material in the first year before choosing a specialisation for the subsequent stages of the degree. The first year covers core topics through Cellular & Microbial Biology, Becoming a Scientist, Ecology and Behaviour, Evolution and Genetics, and Life in the Oceans. The second year progresses with compulsory modules such as Introduction to field ecology, Ecological Data Analysis, Plant Ecology, and Ecological Microbiology and the Cycles of Life, alongside a range of optional modules including Parasitology and Animal Physiology. In the final year, students complete a compulsory Biosciences Research Project and can select from numerous optional modules covering areas such as Natural Products Biotechnology, Climate Change Biology, and Science Communication.
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What students say
Based on about 23 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 85%
- Academic support: 89%
- Organisation and management: 89%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 87%
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 13 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 25%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Caring personal services: 15%
- Teaching Professionals: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 60 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 3%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 13%
- East of England: 7%
- London: 7%
- South East: 10%
- South West: 15%
- Wales: 42%
Who gets in
Based on about 50 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 90%
- Access course: 5%
Modules
- Cellular & Microbial Biology
- Becoming a Scientist
- Ecology and Behaviour
- Evolution and Genetics
- Life in the Oceans
- Animal and Plant Diversity
- Amrywiaeth Anifeiliaid a Phlanhigion
- Introduction to field ecology
- Ecological Data Analysis
- Plant Ecology
- Ecological Microbiology and the Cycles of Life
- Parasitology
- Animal Conservation and Welfare
- Molecular Ecology
- Animal Physiology
- Tetrapod Evolution
- Entomology
- Population and Community Ecology
- Biosciences Research Project
- Professional skills in conservation
- Professional Laboratory Skills
- Interdisciplinary Field Course to the Indian Himalayas (Sikkim)
- Tropical marine ecology field course
- Tropical Ecology and Conservation - Borneo Field Trip
- Macroevolution and Phylogenies
- Epidemiology of zoonotic diseases
- Plant Conservation and Ecology
- Natural Products Biotechnology
- Mammalian Carnivore Ecology and Conservation
- Tropical marine ecology and conservation
- Advanced Data Analysis
- Movement ecology
- Ecology of Marine Megafauna
- Climate Change Biology
- Sensory Ecology
- Hormones and Behaviour
- Science Communication
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biological Science with deferred choice of specialisation, at Swansea University earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £24,000 after 3 years, £29,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £25,000 and £35,500. The £29,000 median after five years is £1,500 less than the UK median for Biology.
What do graduates of BSc Biological Science with deferred choice of specialisation, at Swansea University 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 Biological Science with deferred choice of specialisation, at Swansea University?
92% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Biological Science with deferred choice of specialisation, at Swansea University?
The average entrant had 110 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Biological Science with deferred choice of specialisation, at Swansea University?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.