BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences (Plant Science)
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Some data is from students surveyed during the Covid-19 pandemic, which may have had an effect on their responses.
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Course details
Study mode
Full time
Length
4 year course
Distance learning
Not Available
Placement year
Not Available
Year abroad
Optional
Foundation year
Not Available
Study mode
Full time
Length
4 year course
Distance learning
Not Available
Placement year
Not Available
Year abroad
Optional
Foundation year
Not Available
Student Satisfaction
78%
of final year Biosciences (non-specific) students at University of Edinburgh agreed they were satisfied with the course
Average Earnings for
23,500
£23,500
15 months after the course for Biosciences graduates at University of Edinburgh
Employment
80%
go on to work and / or study within 15 months after the course
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
78%
"Overall, I am satisfied with the quality of the course"
Source: NSS (National Student Survey)
Data from
90 students (70% of those who were asked)All final year students are asked to complete the National Student Survey.
The data displayed is from students on this and other courses in Biosciences (non-specific).
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.
The teaching on my course
Source: NSS (National Student Survey)
Data from
90 students(70% of those who were asked)
Learning opportunities
Source: NSS (National Student Survey)
Data from
90 students(70% of those who were asked)
Assessment and feedback
Source: NSS (National Student Survey)
Data from
90 students(70% of those who were asked)
Academic Support
Source: NSS (National Student Survey)
Data from
90 students(70% of those who were asked)
Organisation and management
Source: NSS (National Student Survey)
Data from
90 students(70% of those who were asked)
Learning resources
Source: NSS (National Student Survey)
Data from
90 students(70% of those who were asked)
Learning community
Source: NSS (National Student Survey)
Data from
90 students(70% of those who were asked)
Student voice
Source: NSS (National Student Survey)
Data from
90 students(70% of those who were asked)
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What you need to know about entry data
Qualification types
Source: Data for individual students collected directly from universities and colleges
Data from
205 students
Chart labels explained
Different higher education qualification
- HND
- NVQ4
- Foundation degree
A-levels, Advanced Highers or similar
- A-levels
- Scottish Highers (including Advanced Highers)
- BTEC National or equivalent (including BTEC Nationals and SQA equivalents) Welsh Baccalaureate and HNCs
UCAS Tariff points
Data for students starting 2018 – 2020
Source: Data for individual students collected directly from universities and colleges
Data from
125 students96%
of students are still on the course or have completed it
Source: Data for individual students collected directly from universities and colleges
Data from
185 students.After 1 year on the course
Source: Data for individual students collected directly from universities and colleges
Data from
185 students.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 Edinburgh
After 15 months
£23,500
Typical range: £21,000 - £27,000
Data from
40 people(65% of those asked).
Students graduating during 2018-2020.
Source: Graduate Outcomes survey
After 3 years
£23,500
Typical range: £18,000 - £28,000
Data from
190 people.Students graduating during 2012-2014.
After 5 years
£29,500
Typical range: £22,500 - £40,000
Data from
265 people.Students graduating during 2012-2014.
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
80%
of the students go on to work and / or study
Source: Graduate Outcomes survey
Data from students graduating during 2018-2020.
Data from
30 students (70% of those who were asked).What graduates are doing 15 months after the course
The data displayed is from students on other courses in Biosciences (non-specific).
Because the course is new or has not been running long enough, there was not enough data to publish information specifically for this course. This does not reflect on the quality of the course.
Source: Graduate Outcomes survey
Data from students graduating during 2018-2020.
Data from
30 students(70% of those who were asked).
Occupation types 15 months after the course
The data displayed is from students on other courses in Biosciences (non-specific).
Because the course is new or has not been running long enough, there was not enough data to publish information specifically for this course. This does not reflect on the quality of the course.
Source: Graduate Outcomes survey
Data from students graduating during 2018-2020.
Data from
15 students(70% of those who were asked).
70%
In highly skilled work
15%
Business and public service associate professionals
10%
Finance Professionals
10%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
10%
Artistic, literary and media occupations
10%
Managers, directors and senior officials
5%
Teaching Professionals
5%
Natural and social science professionals
25%
In other work
5%
Elementary occupations
5%
Administrative occupations
5%
Caring personal services
5%
In unknown work
Employed after finishing the course but employment type is not known
Chart labels explained
In highly skilled work
Percentage of those employed who are in a professional or managerial job after finishing the course
In other work
Percentage of those employed who are not in a professional or managerial job after finishing the course
What you need to know about the data
- Some data is from graduates surveyed during the Covid-19 pandemic
- Read more about Graduate Perceptions
75%
of graduates find their current work meaningful
Source: Graduate Outcomes survey
Data from students graduating during 2018-2020.
Data from
10 students (70% of those who were asked)The data displayed is from students on other courses in Biosciences (non-specific).
Because the course is new or has not been running long enough, there was not enough data to publish information specifically for this course. This does not reflect on the quality of the course.
Perception of work after graduating
Source: Graduate Outcomes survey
Data from students graduating during 2018-2020.
Data from
10 students (70% of those who were asked)I am utilising what I learnt during my studies in my current work.
My current work is meaningful.
My current work fits with my future plans.
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