Vice-Chancellor Scholarships
Bangor University · Undergraduate
- Available to all international students
- Open to your course

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.
| UCAS Points | 48 |
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 56 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
International Student Fee
£20,000
per year
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.
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper 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
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5
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.
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Bangor University · Undergraduate
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Bangor University offers Biology (with Foundation Year) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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