Biological Sciences (Direct Entry)
Glasgow Caledonian UniversityCourse Overview
Offered by Glasgow Caledonian University, the BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences (Direct Entry) provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in biological sciences. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. This programme is Direct Entry. This means we offer entry to Year 3. If you are looking to join GCU at Year 1 please consider our BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science or BSc (Hons) Pharmacology degree programmes. International tuition fees are £15,700 per year, home/UK fees are £1,820 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 95% student satisfaction rating, and a 81% continuation rate.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£15,700
per year
Home Student Fee
£1,820
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 LEO data (HMRC tax records)
💰 Graduate Salaries — Glasgow Caledonian University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £19,500 | £25,000 | £30,500 |
| 5 years | £23,500 | £28,000 | £36,000 |
UK subject average: £26,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £3,000 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH03-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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Student Satisfaction
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About Glasgow Caledonian University
Glasgow Caledonian University offers Biological Sciences (Direct Entry) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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