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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: C161
Conservation Biology
University of AberdeenAberdeen, Scotland
4 yearsDuration
£24,800Per Year (Intl)
£25,000Avg. Graduate Salary
92%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Offered by University of Aberdeen, the BSc (Hons) Conservation Biology provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in biological sciences. Based in Aberdeen, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Develop the knowledge and skills required to conserve biodiversity in the face of rapid increases in human impacts on the planet. Conservation Biology focuses on the skills you need to explore strategies for conserving biodiversity in the face of rapid increases in human impacts on the planet. You build on expertise in ecology, zoology, plant and soil science, evolution and genetics. International tuition fees are £24,800 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 a median graduate salary of £23,500 within three years, and 73% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Evolutionary Biology and Genetics
Ecology and Ecosystem Function
Wildlife Population Management
Protected Area Design and Management
Conservation Policy and Practice
Threatened Species Conservation Strategies
Quantitative Methods for Conservation
Conservation Biology Field Project
UCAS Code:C161
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BBC A minimum of 3 A Levels at BBC - at least 2 from Science or Maths subjects. To be considered for entry into Second Year, a minimum of 3 A Levels at ABB, with AB from 2 science or maths subjects (including the subject(s) nominated for Honours - an A in the subject for Single Honours or AB in the subjects for Joint Honours). Also required: GCSE at C or above in English or English Language, Mathematics and in either Chemistry, or Physics or Dual Award Science. |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 points A minimum of 32 points, with a minimum of 5 points at HL required from 2 Science or Maths subjects. For Second Year entry: a minimum of 34 points with a minimum of 6 at HL in the subject(s) nominated for Honours. A minimum of Standard Level English and Maths also required. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 6 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£24,800
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£99,200
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.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Aberdeen
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £23,500 | £25,000 | £28,000 |
| 3 years | £19,500 | £23,500 | £35,000 |
| 5 years | £23,500 | £32,000 | £41,000 |
UK subject average: £24,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£23,500
UK average
£24,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 31% above UK average salary
This course
£32,000
UK average
£24,500
Salary trend: ↑ up £8,500 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
64%Working
9%Studying
12%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
55%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
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
86%
Overall
Teaching on my course
92%Learning opportunities
88%Assessment and feedback
75%Academic support
92%Organisation and management
79%Learning resources
92%Student voice
82%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
70%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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About University of Aberdeen
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