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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: C10F

Biology (with Foundation Year)

Bangor University
Bangor, Wales
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4 yearsDuration
£20,000Per Year (Intl)
£24,000Avg. Graduate Salary
86%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The BSc (Hons) Biology (with Foundation Year) at Bangor University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding living systems. Based in Bangor, Wales, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. This BSc Biology (with Foundation Year) provides an alternative route to undergraduate study if, for example, you cannot meet entry requirements or would benefit from a further year of academic preparation. It provides an excellent introduction to studying a science subject at university, giving you a taste of learning at this higher level. Covering core science topics, you’ll be introduced to a range of organisms, laboratory techniques, and statistical analyses, while building your confidence, academic and research skills. Home/uk fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £20,000 within three years, and a 100% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Scientific Foundations and Methods
Introductory Chemistry for Biologists
Cell Biology and Genetics
Organisms and Biodiversity
Ecology and Environmental Biology
Laboratory Techniques and Data Analysis
Mathematics and Statistics for Biology
Introduction to Biological Research Skills
UCAS Code:C10F
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points48

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic56

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£20,000

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£80,000

Home Student Fee

£9,535

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Bangor University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£21,000£24,000£26,500
3 years£16,000£20,000£24,500
5 years£21,000£24,500£30,000

UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 23% below UK average salary
This course
£20,000
UK average
£26,000
Salary 5 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£24,500
UK average
£26,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH03-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
10%Work & Study
20%Seeking Work
80%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
86%
Learning opportunities
76%
Assessment and feedback
61%
Academic support
86%
Organisation and management
79%
Learning resources
86%
Student voice
67%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
95%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About Bangor University

Bangor University offers Biology (with Foundation Year) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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