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Biological Sciences MBiol
Our flexible MBiol programme covers all aspects of Biological Sciences. Exploring the study of living organisms, you will learn about many topics from the interactions of different organisms and all elements
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What you will need to do
Apply by 29 Jan
What you won’t need to do
Audition for a Place
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Points of entry for Biological Sciences MBiol
Year 1
Year 2
Entry requirements for Biological Sciences and Biology at University of Edinburgh
Entry requirements are the formal requirements students need to meet to be considered for a place on a university course. But, each year many universities accept students with lower grades. The bar chart below shows the actual UCAS tariff points of students currently on this course.
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Required subjects for Biological Sciences MBiol at University of Edinburgh
AAA - ABB in one set of exams. These grades should be achieved in one set of exams. Required subjects: A levels: Biology and Chemistry, both at B or above. You must have a grade A in one of Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics. GCSEs: Mathematics or Physics at B or 6 and English at C or 4.
UCAS points for current students on Biological Sciences and Biology at University of Edinburgh
English language requirements
6.5
Additional details
Total 6.5 with at least 5.5 in each component.We do not accept IELTS One Skill Retake to meet our English language requirements.
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How good is this course?
Most relevant Student Reviews for Biological Sciences at University of Edinburgh
Nemo Yan
5th December 24
Medicinal and Biological Chemistry, BSc Hons FullTime
Very helpful personal tutor. Course quality could vary with respect to the professor giving the course. read more
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member5124431
21st November 24
Biomedical Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
Useful and up to date, essential skills taught elegantly. read more
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member12120359
17th October 24
Biological Sciences (Immunology), BSc Hons FullTime
It is unclear what kind of job prospects are available for me in the future, and the summer internship suggestions were very limited and not as diverse as I had expected. Besides doing Immunology with Management, there are no other options for double degrees (e.g. with Chemistry). The diversity of courses that I could choose was a little limited. read more
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member10106702
17th April 24
Biological Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
Good content and support, high amount of job prospects read more
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member11106568
15th April 24
Infectious Diseases, BSc Hons FullTime
The course is really interesting and challenging read more
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member11106086
4th April 24
Biological Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
What truly sets Prestige Mayfield Residence apart is its vibrant and welcoming community. I had the pleasure of meeting students from diverse backgrounds, creating a rich tapestry of experiences and fostering meaningful connections that enhanced my university experience. read more
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member4106056
4th April 24
Medicinal and Biological Chemistry, MChem Hons FullTime
Chemistry staff and building amazing read more
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member8105709
27th March 24
Biological Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
only been here a year so idk what next year entails read more
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member6102684
1st March 24
Medicinal and Biological Chemistry, MChem Hons FullTime
The teachers are very nice and the people are very friendly. It's just the class is a little difficult read more
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member998672
31st January 24
Medical Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
Probably one of the most expensive courses throughout UK university. There is high variation in the course delivery of each courses. The variation is quite inconsistent making it hard to gauge the importance of each course, especially the electives. The choice of electives in third year is also very limited (e.g. in semester 2 only 3-4 electives were offered). The quality of each course was also very inconsistent, with the main course being of great format but the delivery was subpar to its goals. Social events e.g. networking dinner, pub quiz, hillwalking, organised by the school could have also improved the socialising of Med Sci students (since we are also small) and getting to connect and know each other more than currently. read more
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member493763
26th October 23
Pharmacology, BSc Hons FullTime
I’ve been passionate in learning pharmacology and I intend to read more
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member1378347
14th February 23
Biomedical Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
very interesting subject that lm enjoying read more
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member476149
26th January 23
Infectious Diseases, BSc Hons FullTime
I hope I have good job prospects but I rate the teaching read more
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member1274440
16th December 22
Medicinal and Biological Chemistry, BSc Hons FullTime
The staff are really good! they are really responsible and enthusiastic about education, always kind and accessible to students. There are many available materials released by school, which support my study read more
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member774116
8th December 22
Medical Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
Ideal course but high difficulty. read more
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member1273971
4th December 22
Biomedical Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
Love the course, shame the lecturers are underpaid in short term unstable contracts. read more
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member1069499
15th June 22
Biomedical Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
MScR Regenerative Medicine and Tissue Repair (not biomed, just didn't give me the option). Fantastic course based in CRM and CIR. Well supported by programme directors and broad choice of projects. Learnt a host of different techniques and gained independent research milage read more
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member866678
25th February 22
Biomedical Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
I love it love it love it!!! Honestly would reccomend to everyone interested in biomedicine! read more
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member463698
10th November 21
Medicinal and Biological Chemistry, BSc Hons FullTime
Overall the the chemistry and medicinal side of things are interesting, containing a range of topics. Good demonstrators however prerecorded lectures can seem very boring and mundane. The mandatory math course in year one and the python coding class in year 2 makes me want to drop out. read more
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member963493
3rd November 21
Biological Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
Everything is not bad, teaches are all every nice read more
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member663274
28th October 21
Biomedical Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
I'm really glad I picked this degree. read more
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member1163226
27th October 21
Ecological and Environmental Sciences with Management, BSc Hons FullTime
Great course that is set up with easy to follow resources read more
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member963213
27th October 21
Biomedical Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
I like this course although job prospects aren’t really talked about read more
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member1263105
22nd October 21
Biological Sciences (Evolutionary Biology), BSc Hons FullTime
Great support and improvement for career read more
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member563092
22nd October 21
Medicinal and Biological Chemistry, BSc Hons FullTime
Really lovely place to live in! read more
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member1261905
24th August 21
Pharmacology, BSc Hons FullTime
It’s a good course i definitely recommend to others who are interested in pursuing a career in Pharmacy. read more
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member960195
16th June 21
Biological Sciences (Molecular Genetics), BSc Hons FullTime
Great course with so many learning opportunities and lots of focus on cutting edge research read more
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member1158856
25th May 21
Biological Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
Despite the covid situation the course was carried out brilliantly read more
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member1155950
8th April 21
Biomedical Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
I've been exceedingly happy with the course I've chosen. The teaching has been very good, I've been able to mold the course according to my interests. Research opportunities have been good. My personal tutor has been very helpful. The course content in the first two years is more general but becomes a lot more specific during Honours. Great course highly recommend. read more
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member1254412
21st February 21
Biological Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
I am enjoying my course, the school of biology is really well organised and there are a lot of people to help you. Having a personal tutor is so helpful and I find my classes always interesting, the only thing is the information might be a bit redundant between first and second year. This course also provides so many job opportunities besides research. read more
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member1152025
11th November 20
Medical Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
Great course, tons of practical experience read more
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member950094
27th July 20
Neuroscience, BSc Hons FullTime
Could be better, may be biased because of recent strikes. read more
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Fatima
21st May 20
Biological Sciences (Molecular Genetics), BSc Hons FullTime
Very good quality of research in this field at the university read more
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member1245233
5th February 20
Neuroscience, BSc Hons FullTime
Actually a Master’s student so lots of this doesnt count read more
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member845219
4th February 20
Biological Sciences (Ecology), BSc Hons FullTime
Love every minute of my classes, so much to learn and to gain. read more
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biochemislife
15th May 19
Biological Sciences (Biochemistry), BSc Hons FullTime
Our lecturers are top, truly passionate about what they teach and they are very approachable. They each have their own style, which can throw you off a bit in first year. The practicals and tutorials are well organised and varied, and there is a lot of freedom with course choices. read more
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member633472
18th August 18
Biological Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
A great city to live in and a great course read more
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Netty197
23rd May 18
Biological Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
Coming to Edinburgh has been one of the best decisions of my life. The people are very welcoming which means you will rarely get homesick. I am enjoying my course a lot and cannot think of a reason why anyone would not want to study here. read more
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member1126510
15th May 17
Biomedical Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
I didn't really go to uni much cause it's based at King's and who can be bothered going there. But overall the course is pretty swell and there's loads of options for specialisation. read more
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member1025961
25th February 17
Biological Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
Courses are interesting, tutors are mostly good (you'll get bad eggs at any university). It isn't as rigorous as my home institution but not everyone will have the same experience. read more
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member1123428
4th August 16
Ecological and Environmental Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
Interdisciplinary course with lots of resources read more
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Ljballison
4th July 15
Biological Sciences, BSc Hons FullTime
Bit boring but great flexibility read more
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