Education Secondary and Biology BA/BSc (Hons)
Bath Spa University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 15 graduates of Education Secondary and Biology BA/BSc (Hons) and other courses in Biology (Non-Specific) at Bath Spa University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Biology (Non-Specific).
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Biology (Non-Specific) courses of Bath Spa University
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Biology (Non-Specific)
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Biology (Non-Specific) at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23000 | £22500 | £27000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £22000 - £25000 | £17500 - £26000 | £19000 - £32500 |
All Biology (Non-Specific) courses of Bath Spa University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Biology (Non-Specific)
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23335 | £19126 | £21783 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £18355 - £27188 | £13770 - £24502 | £15659 - £28438 |
All Biology (Non-Specific) courses in the UK
Course Description
Combine your specialist subject with a degree in secondary education, which offers the ideal preparation for further study (PGCE Secondary).
- Gain the classroom experience that employers are looking for through placements in schools during each year of your studies.
- Join our long-standing and highly respected School of Education and benefit from strong partnerships with schools.
- On successful completion of the Secondary Education degree, you'll qualify for a guaranteed interview for our PGCE Secondary.
This secondary education degree is designed to enable you to gain real teaching experience before you embark on your PGCE. You'll study Education – in the broader contexts of professional practice, policy, teaching and learning – alongside Biology.
In teaching, subject expertise and enthusiasm isn't enough to give you the edge. This degree gives you the practical experience of working in schools with young people that employers are looking for.
The course offers a guaranteed interview for our PGCE Secondary, and is flexible; we'll support you in achieving your aspirations as a professional educator – however they develop during the degree. You'll benefit from our tutors' wealth of research and practice-informed expertise when you join this community of learning and practice.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
All Biology (Non-Specific) courses of Bath Spa University
Current jobs
All courses of Bath Spa University
Required skill level of job after 15 months
All Biology (Non-Specific) courses of Bath Spa University
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Education Secondary and Biology BA/BSc (Hons) at Bath Spa University
| 20% | Elementary occupations |
| 15% | Skilled trades occupations |
| 10% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 10% | Teaching Professionals |
| 10% | Teaching and Childcare Associate Professionals |
| 10% | Caring personal services |
| 10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 5% | Sales occupations |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
Grading & Study Time
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Biology (Non-Specific)
All Biology (Non-Specific) courses of Bath Spa University
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS 6.0 - for visa nationals, with a minimum score of IELTS 5.5 in each element. |
Costs
Tuition Fees Education Secondary and Biology BA/BSc (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £16675 | year 1 |
| International | £16675 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of Bath Spa University in top UK and global rankings.
Rankings of Bath Spa University in related subject specific rankings.
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- #38
- #49
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- Education
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The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
[Published 09 September, 2023]
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- #60
- #72
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- Education
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CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
[Published 08 June, 2023]
See all 9 university rankings of Bath Spa University
About Bath Spa University
Bath Spa University is located in the rural outskirts of the English city of the same name, Bath. This institution of higher education takes pride in that they have the faculty resources and initiative to treat students as individuals, by learning their strengths and weaknesses, and thus being able to help them find work placements that align with their goals. In your free time, you can find academic and social experiences through Bath Spa’s more than 70 student clubs and societies.
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Student composition of Bath Spa University
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Total number of students enrolled at Bath Spa University by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 7335
- postgraduates:
- 1285
- Total:
- 8620
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Secondary Education”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Ranking publishers
The University League Tables
- Published:
- 08 June, 2023
The Guardian News and Media Limited
- Published:
- 09 September, 2023
