What will I learn?
About this courseLearn about life at all levels, from molecules and cells to whole organisms, on this three-year Biology degree. You'll explore topics looking at species, communities, and entire ecosystems to prime yourself for a broad choice of potential careers.You'll graduate with extensive practical experience and expertise from our academic staff, who embed their high-profile research into our degrees. Through the flexibility to tailor your course to your passions you'll kickstart you career in the sector that interests you most recent graduates have explored careers in medicine, biotechnology, conservation, and the environment.Key features of the course:- Study surrounded by researchers who shape the programme with their world-changing research- Gain real-life skills suited to industry, to enhance your employment prospects- Benefit from our close links with Marwell Wildlife, from opportunities to study abroad at partner universities around the world, and from field trips in locations across the UK and locations abroad like Spain and Belize- Join a University where 96% of Biological Sciences graduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduating (Graduate Outcomes 2022/23, published 2025).Student supportFrom day one, you'll join a welcoming and supportive Biological Sciences community home to researchers who are paving the way for advancements in science and eager to share their findings with their peers and our student community. You'll be supported by your personal academic tutor and guided throughout your degree to ensure you graduate primed and ready for your future career in industry, in research, or in further study.Further informationBiological Sciences programmes at Southampton are accredited by the Royal Biological Society, meaning you'll graduate from a course commended across the sector.
Which department am I in?
Biological Sciences
Entry requirements
For international students
A-levels - AAB including Biology and one further science subject. A-levels additional information Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. A level science subjects considered include Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Psychology, Environmental Studies, Geography and Geology. Where this offer is satisfied by including grades achieved in either Biology, Chemistry or Physics, a Pass in the practical science assessment is additionally required. A-levels with Extended Project Qualification If you are taking an EPQ in addition to 3 A levels, you will receive the following offer in addition to the standard A level offer: ABB including Biology and one further science subject, and grade A in the EPQ A-levels contextual offer We are committed to ensuring that all applicants with the potential to succeed, regardless of their background, are encouraged to apply to study with us. The additional information gained through contextual data allows us to recognise an applicant's potential to succeed in the context of their background and experience. Applicants who are highlighted in this way will be made an offer which is lower than the typical offer for that programme, as follows: ABB including Biology and one further science subject. International Baccalaureate Diploma - Pass with overall score of 34 points, with 17 points at Higher Level, including 5 and 6 points at Higher Level in Biology and one further science subject
