Biology BSc (Hons)
University of South Wales
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If you are fascinated by the world around you and want to understand how life on earth evolves, adapts and interacts, then this Biology degree is for you. Biology is the science of life. It is the scientific study of living organisms and the environment, and investigates levels of biological organisation from molecules up to ecosystems.This well-established Biology degree is ideal if you want an all-round knowledge of biology. Subjects range from medical microbiology to primatology, from ...Read more

If you are fascinated by the world around you and want to understand how life on earth evolves, adapts and interacts, then this Biology degree is for you. Biology is the science of life. It is the scientific study of living organisms and the environment, and investigates levels of biological organisation from molecules up to ecosystems.This well-established Biology degree is ideal if you want an all-round knowledge of biology. Subjects range from medical microbiology to primatology, from genetics to tropical field ecology. In the second year Frontiers in Biology module, students work in teams to develop project ideas and explore current research in depth.As well as studying the varied habitats accessible in south Wales, our students have the opportunity to learn scientific diving techniques and develop field research skills in the tropical forests and coral reefs of either Asia, Central or South AmericaOur Biology degree is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, the professional body for biologists, so you can rest assured that this course provides the ideal preparation for a career in the field of biology.Our Biology degrees are based in our Glyntaff campus. USW Glyntaff is surrounded by green open spaces. Our students say they love the relaxed atmosphere and beautiful views.Home to our health, nursing, police, sport and science students, Glyntaff has state-of-the-art facilities including the latest science laboratories. You will also find a library, two cafes and a free regular shuttle bus to USW Treforest.

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
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56/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
85th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
95th
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 - 80 = 20% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
20%
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75%
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Biology (Non-Specific) graduate salary at this uni
£17,000
UK Biology (Non-Specific) graduate salary
£18,000
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Alba
04 Jan 24

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Caitlin
17 Mar 22

The University of South Wales as been a really good fit for me personally, I love the location because coming from a rural village, it is near enough to the city center to have..Read more

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Popular A-level subjects

Biology (Non-Specific)

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

Biology
74%
Chemistry
39%
Geography
30%
Mathematics
30%
Psychology
11%
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£15,260 per year

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Accommodation - Mountain Halls En-Suite Rooms - Cost -138/week - (40 or 51 weeks contract) Student will pay 2860 in their of placement/sandwich year)

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Alba
04 Jan 24
Biology BSc (Hons)
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Caitlin
17 Mar 22
International Wildlife Biology BSc (Hons)
The University of South Wales as been a really good fit for me personally, I love the location because coming from a rural village, it is near enough to the city center to have...
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University of South Wales
University of South Wales , Pontypridd

With more than 23,000 students and 2,700 staff, the University of South Wales (USW) is one of the largest universities in Wales, and...

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University of South Wales
Cemetery Rd Pontypridd Cardiff CF37 4BD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Treforest  0.2 miles away
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