Biological Sciences
Bournemouth UniversityCourse Overview
Offered by Bournemouth University, the BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in biological sciences. Based in Poole, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Develop biological knowledge and practical skills to tackle some of the world’s greatest challenges. From genes to ecosystems, explore the fundamentals of life on Earth and how to make positive changes to individuals, societies and global environments. Why study BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences at BU? - Consolidate and progress your core knowledge and understanding of biological chemistry, cell biology, human physiology and evolutionary biology - Develop important practical laboratory and scientific skills that will form the basis of future successes in academic writing and experim... International tuition fees are £20,685 per year, 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 a median graduate salary of £21,500 within three years, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| UCAS Points | 104 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 54 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£20,685
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.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Bournemouth University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,000 | £24,500 | £26,500 |
| 3 years | £17,500 | £21,500 | £26,000 |
| 5 years | £22,000 | £28,000 | £32,500 |
UK subject average: £26,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,500 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.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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Student Satisfaction
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