Course Overview
Offered by Keele University, the BSc (Hons) Biology provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in biological sciences. Based in Keele, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. From genes to ecosystems, Biology at Keele explores the fascinating intricacies of life in its broadest sense, whilst offering opportunities to specialise in topics aligned to your interests, from animal behaviour to human genetics. With access to our 600-acre diverse campus, state-of-the-art David Attenborough Laboratories, and integrated employability modules, you will graduate with the academic, practical and professional skills required for careers as diverse as ecological consultancy to pharmaceutical sales. Why choose this course? - Top 5 in England for Biology (NSS 2025, broad-... International tuition fees are £18,200 per year, home/UK fees are £10,050 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 89% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £23,000 within three years, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBB BBB in three A levels including B in one Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List (please see the Keele website) |
| International Baccalaureate | 30 points 555 in three Higher Levels including 5 in one Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List, or 30 points including 5 in one Higher Level Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List (please see the Keele website) |
| UCAS Points | 120 |
🗣️ 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
£18,200
per year
Home Student Fee
£10,050
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 — Keele University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,500 | £24,000 | £27,000 |
| 3 years | £19,000 | £23,000 | £26,500 |
| 5 years | £25,000 | £29,000 | £37,000 |
UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,000 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: CAH03-01-02). 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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