BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences
48 monthsProgramme duration
20,310 GBPTuition Fee/year
30 Jun, 2026Application Deadline
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
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. There will therefore be some aspects that are similar to the other degree structures, but allowing flexibility.
You'll benefit from studying in Edinburgh and the surrounding countryside which is rich in biodiversity, and visit local sites of outstanding natural beauty and special scientific interest.
You’ll develop biological skills relevant to your chosen area, such as good laboratory practice, competence in microbiological techniques and field surveying.
In second year, students do have the option of undertaking 'Volunteering and Employability'. This can include an element of work placement.
Our biological science courses give you the option to study the areas of biology which interest you the most.
Our dynamic teaching staff have a wealth of experience in teaching and research and area currently active in their research and this help to shape the course. You'll benefit from international research conducted across the biological sciences and will have the opportunity to conduct your own research project.
The applied nature of this course develops skills that make you more employable including team working, problem solving, research, communication and IT. As well as specialist analytical and numerical skills, you will be able to collect biological data and communicate scientific information.
The skills you will gain prepare you for work in a number of areas. You can also continue on to postgraduate study, including possible PhD and further academic study.
You'll benefit from studying in Edinburgh and the surrounding countryside which is rich in biodiversity, and visit local sites of outstanding natural beauty and special scientific interest.
You’ll develop biological skills relevant to your chosen area, such as good laboratory practice, competence in microbiological techniques and field surveying.
In second year, students do have the option of undertaking 'Volunteering and Employability'. This can include an element of work placement.
Our biological science courses give you the option to study the areas of biology which interest you the most.
Our dynamic teaching staff have a wealth of experience in teaching and research and area currently active in their research and this help to shape the course. You'll benefit from international research conducted across the biological sciences and will have the opportunity to conduct your own research project.
The applied nature of this course develops skills that make you more employable including team working, problem solving, research, communication and IT. As well as specialist analytical and numerical skills, you will be able to collect biological data and communicate scientific information.
The skills you will gain prepare you for work in a number of areas. You can also continue on to postgraduate study, including possible PhD and further academic study.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Biological Sciences
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
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. There will therefore be some aspects that are similar to the other degree structures, but allowing flexibility.
You'll benefit from studying in Edinburgh and the surrounding countryside which is rich in biodiversity, and visit local sites of outstanding natural beauty and special scientific interest.
You’ll develop biological skills relevant to your chosen area, such as good laboratory practice, competence in microbiological techniques and field surveying.
In second year, students do have the option of undertaking 'Volunteering and Employability'. This can include an element of work placement.
Our biological science courses give you the option to study the areas of biology which interest you the most.
Our dynamic teaching staff have a wealth of experience in teaching and research and area currently active in their research and this help to shape the course. You'll benefit from international research conducted across the biological sciences and will have the opportunity to conduct your own research project.
The applied nature of this course develops skills that make you more employable including team working, problem solving, research, communication and IT. As well as specialist analytical and numerical skills, you will be able to collect biological data and communicate scientific information.
The skills you will gain prepare you for work in a number of areas. You can also continue on to postgraduate study, including possible PhD and further academic study.
You'll benefit from studying in Edinburgh and the surrounding countryside which is rich in biodiversity, and visit local sites of outstanding natural beauty and special scientific interest.
You’ll develop biological skills relevant to your chosen area, such as good laboratory practice, competence in microbiological techniques and field surveying.
In second year, students do have the option of undertaking 'Volunteering and Employability'. This can include an element of work placement.
Our biological science courses give you the option to study the areas of biology which interest you the most.
Our dynamic teaching staff have a wealth of experience in teaching and research and area currently active in their research and this help to shape the course. You'll benefit from international research conducted across the biological sciences and will have the opportunity to conduct your own research project.
The applied nature of this course develops skills that make you more employable including team working, problem solving, research, communication and IT. As well as specialist analytical and numerical skills, you will be able to collect biological data and communicate scientific information.
The skills you will gain prepare you for work in a number of areas. You can also continue on to postgraduate study, including possible PhD and further academic study.
Admission Requirements
169+
104+
28+
56+
6+
4+
Minimum Year 1 Scottish Higher
Standard Entry Requirement: BBBB including Human Biology, Biology, Chemistry or Physics. Minimum Offer Entry Requirement:BBCC including Human Biology, Biology, Chemistry or Physics. You may be given an adjusted offer of entry if you meet our specified minimum entry requirements within our widening participation criteria, and outlined in our Contextual Admissions Policy. Click here for further information about our entry requirements and admissions policies A Level
BCC including Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Applied Science. BTEC (QCF) Extended Diploma Level 3
Minimum grades DMM (Distinction, Merit, Merit) in a related subject.
BTEC (QCF) National Diploma Level 3 plus A Level
Minimum grades DM (Distinction, Merit) in a related subject. A Level grade C
Irish Leaving Certificate
Grades H2/H2/H3/H3 including a Science subject (Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Award of Diploma with 28 points overall with three HL subjects at grades 6, 5, 4 including a Science (Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry or Physics) at minimum grade 5. T Level
Grade M T Level must be completed in a Science subject or A Level Science may be required. Please contact [email protected] to check if you meet the subject specific requirements.
Standard Entry Requirement: BBBB including Human Biology, Biology, Chemistry or Physics. Minimum Offer Entry Requirement:BBCC including Human Biology, Biology, Chemistry or Physics. You may be given an adjusted offer of entry if you meet our specified minimum entry requirements within our widening participation criteria, and outlined in our Contextual Admissions Policy. Click here for further information about our entry requirements and admissions policies A Level
BCC including Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Applied Science. BTEC (QCF) Extended Diploma Level 3
Minimum grades DMM (Distinction, Merit, Merit) in a related subject.
BTEC (QCF) National Diploma Level 3 plus A Level
Minimum grades DM (Distinction, Merit) in a related subject. A Level grade C
Irish Leaving Certificate
Grades H2/H2/H3/H3 including a Science subject (Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry, Physics)
International Baccalaureate Diploma
Award of Diploma with 28 points overall with three HL subjects at grades 6, 5, 4 including a Science (Biology, Human Biology, Chemistry or Physics) at minimum grade 5. T Level
Grade M T Level must be completed in a Science subject or A Level Science may be required. Please contact [email protected] to check if you meet the subject specific requirements.
30 Jun 2026
4 Years
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
1,820 GBP
International
20,310 GBP
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