Biology (BSc)
University of Southampton
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BSc - Bachelor of Science

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Learn about life at all levels, from molecules and cells to whole organisms. On this biology degree youll explore species, communities and entire ecosystems. This broad view will give you the skills youll need to work around the world in the areas of biology that interest you most.Each year youll improve your skills and knowledge and use our wide range of expertise in biological science. This includes- ecology,microbiology, neuroscience. This biology course will help develop your practical ...Read more

Learn about life at all levels, from molecules and cells to whole organisms. On this biology degree you'll explore species, communities and entire ecosystems. This broad view will give you the skills you'll need to work around the world in the areas of biology that interest you most.Each year you'll improve your skills and knowledge and use our wide range of expertise in biological science. This includes- ecology,microbiology, neuroscience. This biology course will help develop your practical skills and experience. You'll also have many opportunities for field trips and laboratory work.

Key stats

WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2025 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
64/279
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
27th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
20th
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 - 91 = 9% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
9%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
95%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Biology (Non-Specific) graduate salary at this uni
£21,000
UK Biology (Non-Specific) graduate salary
£20,000
What students say
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William
04 Mar 25

The facilities are good, I can carry out all of my research. We’re a bit far out as we are at the hospital rather than one of the main..Read more

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Kanik
20 Feb 25

Lots of..Read more

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Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal:

D3D3M2 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

34 Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

34 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

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

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

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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
86%
Chemistry
52%
Mathematics
45%
Geography
22%
Psychology
22%
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Tuition fees

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Domestic

£9,535 per year

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£30,500 per year

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University of Southampton
University of Southampton , Southampton

The University of Southampton is a founding member of the prestigious Russell Group, internationally renowned for its education...

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University of Southampton
University Road Southampton SO17 1BJ United Kingdom
Nearest train station: St Denys  0.6 miles away

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