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University degree

Biological Sciences

The University of Essex
Qualification
Degree
Length
4 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
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About this course

Explore the breadth of biology, from molecules and cells to whole organisms and ecosystems, with options for a placement or year abroad. The BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences is a three-year degree, extendable to four with an optional year in placement or abroad. You’ll secure a broad understanding of modern biology and a strong basis to specialise from, in your undergraduate degree or beyond.

The BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences lets you explore the spectrum of biology and choose what to specialise in. Your first year offer broad insights into cell and molecular biology, genetics, ecology and evolution. For your second and final years, you can deepen your knowledge across disciplines or specialise in an area of your choosing, from molecular and cell biology to ecology and conservation biology.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
48-63 pts5%
64-79 pts10%
80-95 pts15%
96-111 pts10%
112-127 pts15%
128-143 pts15%
144-159 pts10%
160-175 pts10%
176-191 pts5%
How they qualified
75% got in with alevel. The rest came in a mix of ways:
alevel75%
otherHE15%
access5%
none5%
other5%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
85%
In work or further study after
80%
In professional / skilled jobs
87%
Continue past first year
89%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£28,500
After 15 months
£24,000
3 years on
£29,500
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
89%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching92%
Assessment & feedback93%
Academic support90%
Well organised94%
Learning resources92%
Student community92%
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Where this degree can lead
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When you're ready, the full entry requirements and application are on The University of Essex's own site.
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