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Biological Science BSc (Hons)
University of Hertfordshire
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Course info
UCAS CODE
C902
Biology is a discipline with a broad range of applications affecting many areas of human activity and living organisms. You will study life at all levels, from molecules and organelles to organisms and ecosystems. You will gain the technical, analytical and practical skills needed to investigate biological phenomena in microorganisms, plants, human beings and other animals.Your study of biological sciences will examine the physiology of the human body, and how it is affected by disease and ...Read More
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Full time | Main Site | 3 Years | SEP-24
Key stats
DATA SOURCE:
UNISTATS / UCAS / HESA
Uni rankings
WUSCA student ranking
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2023 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
46th
/ 81
WUSCA student ranking
WUSCA student ranking
These are the 2023 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
These are the 2023 rankings, based on ratings given by past and current students.
46th
/ 81
CUG ranking
Complete University Guide Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
83rd
CUG ranking
Complete University Guide Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
83rd
CUG subject ranking
Complete University Guide Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
73rd
CUG subject ranking
Complete University Guide Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
73rd
Start date and duration
DATA SOURCE:
UCAS
Start date
SEP-24
Full Time
3 Years
Biology (Non-Specific)
DATA SOURCE: UNISTATS
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 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
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 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Biology (Non-Specific) graduate salary at this uni
£21,000
UK Biology (Non-Specific) graduate salary
£20,000
Modules
These are the sub-topics that you will study as part of this course
Source:
IDP Connect
, September 2023
These are the sub-topics that you will study as part of this course
Source: IDP Connect , September 2023
Source: IDP Connect , September 2023
DATA SOURCE:
IDP Connect
Modules (Level 4)
Modules (Level 5)
Modules (Level 6)
Entry requirements
Entry requirements
The minimum grades (and in some cases the subjects) you'll need to get on to this course.
Entry requirements
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DATA SOURCE:
UCAS
Choose Exam type
A level
Grades / Points required
BCC - BBC
Details
Including 2 science GCE A Levels (or equivalent) one of which must be a grade C in either biology or chemistry (acceptable A levels are Human Biology, Psychology, Geography, Maths, Physics, ICT and Sports Studies). Pass required in A level science practical.
Previous study
Previous study
The most common A-levels taken by students who end up studying this subject at uni.
Source: HESA, 2018
Previous study
The most common A-levels taken by students who end up studying this subject at uni.
Source: HESA, 2018
The most common A-levels taken by students who end up studying this subject at uni.
Source: HESA, 2018
DATA SOURCE: HESA
Biology (Non-Specific)
Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni
Biology
89%
Chemistry
76%
Mathematics
37%
Psychology
22%
Physics
17%
Tuition fees
DATA SOURCE:
UCAS/IDP Connect
For students from
England
Scotland
Wales
Northern Ireland
Rest of World
£9,250
per year
Students from England
Students from England
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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
Students from England
Students from England
England Fees
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Please note, this is a with fee and subject to change.
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£9,250
per year
Students from Scotland
Students from Scotland
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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
Students from Scotland
Students from Scotland
Scotland Fees
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Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250
per year
Students from Wales
Students from Wales
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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
Students from Wales
Students from Wales
Wales Fees
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales.
Please note, this is a with fee and subject to change.
Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£9,250
per year
Students from Northern Ireland
Students from Northern Ireland
This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
Students from Northern Ireland
Students from Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland Fees
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14,750
per year
This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.
More info:
The fee for 2023/24 entry is: £14750. There might be slight increase in fee for 2024/25 entry.
Students from International
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Latest Biology (General) reviews
Biology (General)
SR
Student Reviewer
25 Jan 20
It is a good uni with lots to offer very happy with it. Enjoyed my time and made good use of the careers advise...
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( 4.5) 4 reviews
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( 3.9) 1,525 reviews
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CUG ranking
83rd
Student rating
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The University of Hertfordshire (Herts) creates skilled graduates ready for the modern workplace by delivering career-focused degrees. It collaborates with employers when designing courses and offers students up to date facilities, real-world experiences, preparing them for the careers and industries they’ll work in after graduation. Just 25 minutes north of London, students will find inspiring and engaging teaching, fantastic extra-curricular activities, and the tools to prepare them for the career of their dreams. Herts focuses on providing a learning community where students can get to know one another, draw on the experiences and expertise of academic staff and get personalised, impactful support.
Where you'll study
University of Hertfordshire
University Admissions Service
College Lane
Hatfield
Hertfordshire
AL10 9AB
United Kingdom
Nearest train station:
Hatfield
0.9 miles away
Biological Science BSc (Hons)
University of Hertfordshire
Biological Science BSc (Hons)
- Undergraduate
- HND / HNC
- Foundation degree
- Access & foundation
- Postgraduate
