MBiol Biology
About this course
MBiol (Hons) Biology is an integrated master's degree in biology spanning biomedicine, biotechnology, ecology, and evolutionary biology. Core topics include Research Methods and Fieldwork. The course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology and offers optional placement or study abroad years. The first year establishes fundamental biological knowledge through compulsory modules such as Becoming a Bioscientist: Core Skills, Life on Earth, Genetics, and Molecules of Life. The second year builds experimental competence through Becoming a Bioscientist: Experimental Design and Communication alongside diverse optional choices including Ecological Solutions for Global Challenges, Cell Biology, and Molecular Microbiology. The third year centres on the compulsory Group Research Project alongside specialized optional studies such as Pathogens, Genomics, and the Ecology Field Course. The final fourth year is dedicated to advanced training through compulsory modules including Research Project, Research Skills, and Research Proposal.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA including Biology and a second science We accept the following subjects as a second science: Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Further Mathematics, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physical Education, Physics, Psychology or Statistics. IB: 36 points including 5 in Higher Level Biology plus either 5 in another Higher Level science or mathematics subject, or 5 in two Standard Level science or mathematics subjects. We accept the following IB subjects as a second science: Chemistry, Computer Science, Environmental Systems and Societies, Geography, Mathematics (A&A or A&I), Physics, Psychology, Sports, exercise and health science BTEC: DDD We consider BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science (2016 syllabus) with all 7 mandatory units. We consider BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science (2010 syllabus), please contact us for information on the units we accept.
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Real offers for this course
Applicants have posted 1 UCAS decision for MBiol Biology (C105) at the University of York for 2027 entry so far. The published offer is AAA at A level.
What students say
Based on about 31 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 82%
- Assessment and feedback: 69%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 82%
- Learning resources: 84%
- Student voice: 86%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 13 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 70%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Unemployed: 20%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 45%
- Natural and social science professionals: 20%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Conservation and environment professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 75%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 100%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 80 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 4%
- North West: 15%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 19%
- East Midlands: 6%
- West Midlands: 10%
- East of England: 10%
- London: 16%
- South East: 14%
- South West: 4%
- Scotland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 95%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Becoming a Bioscientist: Core Skills
- Life on Earth
- Genetics
- Becoming a Bioscientist: Grand Challenges
- Cells to Organisms
- Molecules of Life
- Becoming a Bioscientist: Experimental Design and Communication
- Becoming a Bioscientist: Research in Action
- Ecological Solutions for Global Challenges
- Cell Biology
- Gene Expression in Action
- Molecular Microbiology
- Population Genetics and Evolution
- The Immune System
- Neuroscience
- Medical Genetics
- Molecular Biotechnology
- Introduction to Bioenterprise
- Practical Ecology
- Behavioural Ecology
- Group Research Project
- Cancer Cell and Molecular Biology
- Pathogens
- Ageing and Regenerative Medicine
- Molecular Machinery in Action
- Evolution
- Conserving Biodiversity in the Anthropocene
- Genomics
- Advanced Topics in Neuroscience
- Haematology and Immunology in Health and Disease
- Advanced Topics in Gene Expression
- Trends in Microbiology
- Genetics of Disease
- Current Research in Ecology
- Molecular Recognition
- Ecology Field Course
- Advanced Topics in Biotechnology
- Research Project
- Research Skills
- Research Proposal
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MBiol Biology at University of York earn?
The median salary is £29,000 after 15 months, £26,000 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £28,000 and £41,000. The £33,000 median after five years is £2,500 more than the UK median for Biology.
What do graduates of MBiol Biology at University of York do next?
75% 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 York?
90% 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 York?
The typical offer is AAA at A level, or 36 points in the IB. The average entrant had 157 UCAS points.
Is MBiol Biology at University of York accredited?
Yes. Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Does MBiol Biology at University of York include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MBiol Biology at University of York?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.