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BSc (Hons) Ecology

University of York

1 Location : The University of York

Course details


Study mode

Full time

Length

3 year course

Distance learning

Not Available

Placement year

Optional

Year abroad

Optional

Foundation year

Not Available

Study mode

Full time

Length

3 year course

Distance learning

Not Available

Placement year

Optional

Year abroad

Optional

Foundation year

Not Available

What you need to know about the data

  • The data is from students surveyed during the Covid-19 pandemic.
  • Some courses and providers have been affected more than others.
  • The data tells you about the experience of recent students, but your experience may be different.
  • Read more about this data

The data displayed is from students on this and other courses in Biosciences.

There was not enough data to publish information specifically for this course. This may be because the course size is too small or not enough students responded to the survey. This does not reflect on the quality of the course.

Student Satisfaction

The Student satisfaction score is not available for courses in England because the question is not included in the survey for England.

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The teaching on my course

88%

88% were positive about the teaching on the course.

90%

81%

95%

88%

Data from 210 students (62% of those who were asked)

Data for students graduating 2023-24

Source: NSS (National Student Survey)

Learning opportunities

82%

82% were positive about the learning opportunities the course provided.

89%

86%

82%

72%

81%

Data from 210 students (62% of those who were asked)

Data for students graduating 2023-24

Source: NSS (National Student Survey)

Assessment and feedback

74%

74% were positive about assessment and feedback on the course.

73%

85%

71%

77%

63%

Data from 210 students (62% of those who were asked)

Data for students graduating 2023-24

Source: NSS (National Student Survey)

Academic Support

90%

90% were positive about the support provided by teaching staff.

94%

87%

Data from 210 students (62% of those who were asked)

Data for students graduating 2023-24

Source: NSS (National Student Survey)

Organisation and management

83%

83% were positive about the course organisation and communication.

82%

84%

Data from 210 students (62% of those who were asked)

Data for students graduating 2023-24

Source: NSS (National Student Survey)

Learning resources

91%

91% were positive about the learning resources and facilities provided.

90%

92%

90%

Data from 210 students (62% of those who were asked)

Data for students graduating 2023-24

Source: NSS (National Student Survey)

Student voice

79%

79% were positive about student feedback being heard and acted on.

95%

80%

62%

76%

Data from 210 students (62% of those who were asked)

Data for students graduating 2023-24

Source: NSS (National Student Survey)

Mental wellbeing

83% Information about mental wellbeing support services has been well communicated.

Data from 210 students (62% of those who were asked)

Data for students graduating 2023-24

Source: NSS (National Student Survey)

Freedom of expression

93% I have felt free to express my ideas, opinions and beliefs.

Data from 210 students (62% of those who were asked)

Data for students graduating 2023-24

Source: NSS (National Student Survey)

94% of students are still on the course or have completed it

The data displayed is from students on this and other courses in Biosciences.

There was not enough data to publish information specifically for this course. This may be because the course size is too small. This does not reflect on the quality of the course.

After 1 year on the course

Data for entrants in 2021-22

Source: Data for individual students collected directly from universities and colleges

Data from

355 students.

What you need to know about professional accreditation

A professionally accredited course is one which has been approved or endorsed by one or more professional bodies. This is because the learning and achievement of graduates meets the professional benchmarks and standards set by the accrediting body.

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Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership. Find out more

What you need to know about earnings data

  • Some data is from graduates surveyed during the Covid-19 pandemic.
  • Labour markets change
  • Salaries vary across regions in the UK
  • There are lots of factors that affect graduate earnings.
  • Read more about earnings

Average earnings for all full-time Biosciences courses

The data displayed is from students on courses in Biosciences.

This includes data from all courses in this subject at the same university or college. There was not enough data to publish more specific information – either because the course is new, or there are too few students. This does not reflect on the quality of the course.

For graduates from University of York

After 15 months

£26,000

Typical range: £23,000 - £30,000

Data from

70 people

(64% of those asked).

Data for students graduating 2021-22

Source: Graduate Outcomes survey

After 3 years

£24,000

Typical range: £19,500 - £29,500

Data from

125 people.


Data for students graduating 2013-15

Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset

After 5 years

£30,000

Typical range: £24,500 - £38,000

Data from

175 people.


Data for students graduating 2013-15

Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset

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After 15 months

£25,000

Typical range: £22,000 - £29,500

Data from

6510 people.

99% of UK-resident Biosciences graduates from University of York are employed in England.

Data for students graduating 2021-22

Source: Graduate Outcomes survey

After 3 years

£22,500

(excludes Northern Ireland)

Typical range: £17,500 - £28,000

Data from

11490 people.

98% of UK-resident Biosciences graduates from University of York are based in England.

Data for students graduating 2014-16

Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset

After 5 years

£27,500

(excludes Northern Ireland)

Typical range: £21,000 - £35,500

Data from

12910 people.

97% of UK-resident Biosciences graduates from University of York are based in England.

Data for students graduating 2014-16

Source: Longitudinal Education Outcomes (LEO) dataset

What you need to know about employment data

  • Some data is from graduates surveyed during Covid-19 pandemic
  • Labour markets vary and change over time
  • Employment and job opportunities vary across regions in the UK
  • Read more about employment

85% of the students go on to work and / or study

What graduates are doing 15 months after the course

The data displayed is from students on this and other courses in Biosciences.

There was not enough data to publish information specifically for this course. This may be because the course size is too small or not enough students responded to the survey. This does not reflect on the quality of the course.

Data for students graduating 2021-22

Source: Graduate Outcomes survey

Data from

160 students (64% of those who were asked).

Occupation types 15 months after the course

The data displayed is from students on this and other courses in Biosciences.

There was not enough data to publish information specifically for this course. This may be because the course size is too small or not enough students responded to the survey. This does not reflect on the quality of the course.

Data for students graduating 2021-22

Source: Graduate Outcomes survey

Data from

95 students (64% of those who were asked).

80% In highly skilled work

  • 20% Natural and social science professionals
  • 16% Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
  • 8% Business and public service associate professionals
  • 6% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
  • 5% Artistic, literary and media occupations
  • Less than 5% Teaching Professionals
  • Less than 5% Welfare and housing associate professionals
  • Less than 5% Information Technology Professionals

16% In other work

  • 5% Sales occupations
  • Less than 5% Administrative occupations

4% In unknown work

  • Employed after finishing the course but employment type is not known

What you need to know about the data

81% of graduates find their current work meaningful

The data displayed is from students on this and other courses in Biosciences.

There was not enough data to publish information specifically for this course. This may be because the course size is too small or not enough students responded to the survey. This does not reflect on the quality of the course.

Perception of work after graduating

Source: Graduate Outcomes survey

Data for students graduating 2021-22

Data from

80 students (64% of those who were asked)

56% Usefulness

I am utilising what I learnt during my studies in my current work.

81% Meaningfulness

My current work is meaningful.

77% Future

My current work fits with my future plans.

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