Biological Sciences BSc (Hons)
University of Wolverhampton
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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16-SEP-24

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3 Years

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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University of Wolverhampton

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16-SEP-24

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Your study of the fascinating subjects of Biological Sciences will enable you to understand the function and interaction of microorganisms, plants and animals. The course spans molecular, cellular, genetic and behavioral aspects of how organisms live and interact. The course structure enables the opportunity to study aspects of biology of interest to the individual, ranging from molecular biology to animal conservation. You will have ample opportunity to develop technical competence and ...Read more

Your study of the fascinating subjects of Biological Sciences will enable you to understand the function and interaction of microorganisms, plants and animals. The course spans molecular, cellular, genetic and behavioral aspects of how organisms live and interact. The course structure enables the opportunity to study aspects of biology of interest to the individual, ranging from molecular biology to animal conservation. You will have ample opportunity to develop technical competence and undertake experiments which explore how living organisms function. As you proceed through the course you will acquire transferable skills which will assist you in your studies and which are valued by employers. These skills include numeracy, scientific publication, oral presentation, digital literacy, time management and career planning. By the end of the course your knowledge of biology, understanding of technological advances and application of scientific information will put you in a strong position to choose your future career.

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CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
98th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
117th
Biology (Non-Specific)
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 70 = 30% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
30%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
90%
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Biology (Non-Specific) graduate salary at this uni
£16,000
UK Biology (Non-Specific) graduate salary
£18,000
What students say
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12 Jan 24

The good: * The main campus is in a great spot, right in the centre of the city. * On site coffee and cafeteria serves decent, reasonably priced food. * Supermarkets close to..Read more

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25 Oct 23

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

CCC Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

96 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma:

MMM Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

MMM Grades / Points required

T Level:

P Grades / Points required

including a Level 3 qualification in Biology

including a Level 3 qualification in Biology

Access to HE Diploma (60 credits) of which a minimum of 45 must be at Level 3 (96 UCAS point equivalence, minimum 45 credits at merit including 36 credits in Science)

in Applied Science

in Applied Science

Core grade needs to be C or above

Popular A-level subjects

Biology (Non-Specific)

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Biology
69%
Chemistry
29%
Psychology
24%
Mathematics
19%
Geography
17%
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Tuition fees

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England

9,250 per year

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Students from England

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15,450 per year

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Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

15,450 per year

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12 Jan 24
Biological Sciences BSc (Hons)
The good: * The main campus is in a great spot, right in the centre of the city. * On site coffee and cafeteria serves decent, reasonably priced food. * Supermarkets close to...
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University of Wolverhampton
University of Wolverhampton , Wolverhampton

Set in the heart of England, the University of Wolverhampton offers a high-quality education across a diverse study programme....

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Admissions Unit Camp Street Wolverhampton WV1 1AD United Kingdom
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