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University degree

Biology

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

Study life on all scales, from the molecular to the global ecosystem, with a focus on evolution acting at the level of DNA. This course is closed to applications from Home students for September 2026 entry. We are still accepting applications from Overseas students.

Study life on all scales, from the molecular to the global ecosystem, with a focus on evolution acting at the level of DNA. Biology encompasses the study of life from molecules to ecosystems. It's an exciting area of study that has a significant impact on our daily lives and is vital to solving some of the world’s biggest challenges.

You'll gain a broad foundation of skills across areas such as evolution, ecology, biodiversity, genetics, cell biology and microbiology, equipping you with the knowledge for a range of careers in the biosciences and beyond.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
128-143 pts20%
144-159 pts35%
160-175 pts25%
192-207 pts5%
240+ pts10%
How they qualified
85% got in with alevel. The rest came in a mix of ways:
alevel85%
baccalaureate15%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
70%
In work or further study after
75%
In professional / skilled jobs
100%
Continue past first year
100%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£28,000
After 15 months
£31,500
3 years on
£37,500
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
100%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching98%
Assessment & feedback88%
Academic support79%
Well organised89%
Learning resources87%
Student community100%
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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 Bath's own site.
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