Imperial College of Science
Biological Sciences with German for Science BSc (Hons)
Imperial College of Science

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 85 graduates of Biological Sciences with German for Science BSc (Hons) and other courses in Biology (Non-Specific) at Imperial College of Science for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Biology (Non-Specific).

Overall student satisfaction
88 /100
85 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

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 £32000 £27500 £36000
25-75 percentile range £27000 - £32500 £22500 - £34000 £28500 - £47000


Salary of all UK Graduates of Biology (Non-Specific)

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £25041 £22772 £26711
25-75 percentile range £21117 - £28271 £17270 - £28267 £20925 - £34555

Course Description

Develop your appreciation of biology on this four-year course, which includes a year spent with an approved university in Germany.

You'll examine the behaviour of living systems from the level of cells up to whole organisms and ecosystems. Through this work, you'll gain a detailed knowledge of the relationships, evolution, and key features of various organisms as you explore the diversity of life on earth.

The language element of this course will see you explore the theory and practice of translation. This includes opportunities to analyse the history, politics, science and technology of German-speaking countries.

Your studies will be complemented by a dedicated Life Science Skills programme. This provides training in quantitative skills, programming, statistics, and scientific writing and presentation.

The second year offers you the chance to specialise across a series of optional modules, in areas including ecology, molecular biology and stem cells.

Laboratory, computational and field work will help you acquire the skills to design, carry out and analyse data from biological experiments.

With access to the thriving research environment at Imperial, you’ll be taught by world leaders as you learn how to solve complex real-world problems.

Your third year will be spent at a German-speaking university, where you will attend lectures and conduct a research project as you experience a different cultural environment.

Your final year sees your studies culminate with an extensive research project. This work will enable you to progress your personal and professional identity as a life scientist.

Please note: this course is not suitable for native or near-native German speakers.

Normally only students who are on track for at least a 2:1 by the end of their second year, will be eligible to spend their third year abroad.

As well as your main Imperial degree, you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the Royal College of Science (ARCS) on completion of this course.

The structure of the Department's courses means that transfer between different Biological Sciences degrees is usually possible up until the end of the first year.

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.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Biological Sciences with German for Science BSc (Hons) at Imperial College of Science

20% Business and public service associate professionals
15% Administrative occupations
10% Sports and fitness occupations
10% Managers, directors and senior officials
10% Elementary occupations
5% Teaching Professionals
5% Leisure, travel and related personal service occupations
5% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
5% Secretarial and related occupations
5% Caring personal services

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)

Qualification requirements

Including a relevant subject/science @ C or above (80 UCAS tariff points)

31-30 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.

If Mathematics is not taken beyond GCSE, a grade 7, (or A) in GCSE Mathematics, or Core Mathematics grade B is essential

English language requirements

test Grade Additional Details
Cambridge English Advanced

For pre-2015 test, the College requires grade B overall. If your test result is 2016 onwards, the College requires 185 overall with 176 in all elements/bands

IELTS (Academic) 7

Score above refers to overall score. Additionally, a score of 6.5 is required in all bands.

Results must be within 2 years of course start date in order to be valid.

PTE Academic 69

Score above refers to overall score. Additionally, a score of 62 is required in all bands.

Results must be within 2 years of course start date in order to be valid.

TOEFL (iBT) 100

Score above refers to overall score. Additionally, a score of 22 is required in all bands.

Results must be within 2 years of course start date in order to be valid.

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Biological Sciences with German for Science, BSc (Hons), if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Biological Sciences with German for Science 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 £41650 year 1
International £41650 year 1

Additional fee information

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Average student cost of living in London

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 Imperial College of Science in top UK and global rankings.

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About Imperial College of Science

Imperial College of Science, Technology and Medicine (also known as Imperial College London) is a publicly funded university that provides Undergraduate and Postgraduate education in each of its specialist disciplines. Prospective students can expect to find the latest state-of-the-art materials in each department, as well as well-equipped leisure centres for enjoying sport activities outside of class hours. Located in the heart of London, there is something for everyone in this sprawling city.

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Student composition of Imperial College of Science

undergraduates:
11625
postgraduates:
9255
Total:
20880

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