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Biological Sciences MBio

University of Warwick

About this course

MBio in Biological Sciences, a biology degree encompassing molecular, cellular, organismal, and population-level study. The course holds accreditation from the Royal Society of Biology. Students complete an extended final-year research project in-house during the four-year programme.

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Institution
University of Warwick
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Biological Sciences MBio
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
C1A3
Typical offer
A-level AAA
Median salary
£39,000 after 5 years

Entry requirements

A level: AAA including Biology and a second Science (e.g., Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Applied Science, Environmental Science, Statistics, Geology, Geography, or Psychology) IB: 36 including 5 in HL Biology and 5 in HL Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Geography, or Psychology

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What students say

Based on about 103 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university

  • Teaching on my course: 89%
  • Learning opportunities: 83%
  • Assessment and feedback: 73%
  • Academic support: 90%
  • Organisation and management: 81%
  • Learning resources: 91%
  • Student voice: 79%

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 11 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Working: 60%
  • Working and studying: 20%
  • Further study: 25%

Most common jobs

  • Natural and social science professionals: 35%
  • Administrative occupations: 15%
  • Conservation and environment professionals: 15%
  • Sales occupations: 10%
  • Customer service occupations: 10%
  • Find their work meaningful: 80%
  • Feel on track for their future plans: 65%
  • Use what they learnt on the course: 45%

Where graduates work (5 years on)

Based on about 90 graduates, across similar courses at this university

  • North East: 1%
  • North West: 2%
  • Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
  • East Midlands: 4%
  • West Midlands: 15%
  • East of England: 16%
  • London: 30%
  • South East: 20%
  • South West: 5%
  • Wales: 1%
  • Scotland: 2%

Who gets in

Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • A levels: 85%
  • Baccalaureate: 15%

Accreditation & quality ratings

  • This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.

TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.

Questions about this course

How much do graduates of Biological Sciences MBio at University of Warwick earn?

The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £29,500 after 3 years, £39,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £31,000 and £49,000. The £39,000 median after five years is £8,500 more than the UK median for Biology.

What do graduates of Biological Sciences MBio at University of Warwick do next?

100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).

Are students happy with the teaching on Biological Sciences MBio at University of Warwick?

89% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.

What grades do I need for Biological Sciences MBio at University of Warwick?

The typical offer is AAA at A level. The average entrant had 177 UCAS points.

Is Biological Sciences MBio at University of Warwick accredited?

Yes. This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.

How many students continue on Biological Sciences MBio at University of Warwick?

100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.