BSc Biology,
About this course
BSc in Biology, covering life processes from molecular to ecosystem level. Core topics include Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Fieldwork. The programme includes a final-year Biosciences Research Project and offers overseas field courses such as Tropical Ecology and Conservation in Borneo.
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB-BBB to include A Level Biology or Human Biology IB: 32 to include 5 at Higher Level or 6 at Standard Level Biology
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What students say
Based on about 11 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 89%
- Learning opportunities: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 81%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 95%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 88%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 20%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 20%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- 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 30 students who started
- A levels: 90%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- Access course: 5%
- 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).
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
- 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
- Tropical marine ecology and conservation
- Advanced Data Analysis
- Science Communication with Placement
- Movement ecology
- Ecology of Marine Megafauna
- Hormones and Behaviour
- Animal behaviour - from individuals to groups
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biology, 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 Biology, 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 Biology, at Swansea University?
89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Biology, at Swansea University?
The typical offer is ABB at A level. The average entrant had 119 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biology, at Swansea 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).
How many students continue on BSc Biology, at Swansea University?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.