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Loughborough University · Undergraduate
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The BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences (with placement year) at Loughborough University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding living systems. Based in Loughborough, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Biological Sciences is an exciting and rapidly developing field, bringing together knowledge, ideas and techniques to allow us to expand our understanding of the human body and its interplay with the environment. Our BSc Biological Sciences degree is designed to develop your understanding of the fundamental mechanisms underlying life and health in whole organisms. During the Biological Sciences course, you will explore topics including genetics and molecular biology, biochemistry and metabolism, cell biology and regenerative medicine, human evolution, anatomy and physiology, growth, develop... International tuition fees are £29,750 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 89% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,500 within three years, a 84% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
| A-Level | AAB AAB including Biology or Human Biology and one from Chemistry, Physics, Geography, Geology, Maths, Psychology or Environmental Science. |
| International Baccalaureate | 35 points 35 (6,6,5 HL) including HL Biology and one other Science or Maths at HL |
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
International Student Fee
£29,750
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees and funding
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £24,500 | £28,500 | £32,000 |
| 3 years | £22,500 | £26,500 | £35,000 |
| 5 years | £27,000 | £33,500 | £45,500 |
UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary trend: ↑ up £7,000 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). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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Loughborough University · Undergraduate
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Loughborough University offers Biological Sciences (with placement year) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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