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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: C121
Biological Science
Edinburgh Napier UniversityEdinburgh, Scotland
4 yearsDuration
£1,820Per Year (Intl)
£25,000Avg. Graduate Salary
99%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by Edinburgh Napier University, the BSc (Hons) Biological Science provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in biological sciences. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Develop your knowledge and research skills in a variety of biological sciences and specialise in areas which interest you the most. Our course provides you with a broad understanding of biological sciences including biomedical sciences, microbiology, animal and marine biology and immunology. The Biological Sciences degree allows tailored learning to your individual interests. International tuition fees are £1,820 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 99% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £22,500 within three years, and a 80% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Cell Biology and Physiology
Molecular Biology and Genetics
Ecology and Environmental Biology
Microbiology and Immunology
Animal Behaviour and Marine Biology
Biochemistry and Metabolic Pathways
Research Methods and Practical Skills
Evolutionary Biology and Conservation
UCAS Code:C121
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BCC Including Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Applied Science. |
| International Baccalaureate | 28 points Award of Diploma with 28 points overall with three HL subjects at grades 6, 5, 4 including a Science^ at minimum grade 5. ^Biology, Chemistry or Physics. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| 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
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£1,820
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£7,280
Home Student Fee
£9,790
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 — Edinburgh Napier University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,500 | £25,000 | £28,000 |
| 3 years | £18,000 | £22,500 | £27,000 |
| 5 years | £22,500 | £27,500 | £32,500 |
UK subject average: £26,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 15% below UK average salary
This course
£22,500
UK average
£26,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£27,500
UK average
£26,500
Salary trend: ↑ up £5,000 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
60%Working
5%Studying
15%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
40%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 dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
89%
Overall
Teaching on my course
99%Learning opportunities
81%Assessment and feedback
79%Academic support
97%Organisation and management
87%Learning resources
98%Student voice
81%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
80%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
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About Edinburgh Napier University
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