Our degree programmes involve hands-on practical work in both broad and specialist topics.
All our undergraduate programmes are recognised by the Society of Biology.
Census of species with Nick Baker
Broadcaster, naturalist and University of Exeter Alumnus Nick Baker led a group of volunteers on a census of species on Streatham Campus. Find out what happened!

Undergraduate Biosciences

We offer a range of biology degrees, both broad-based and specialist. Our Biological Sciences degree has a large and flexible range of options enabling you to fully explore this exciting subject. More specialist degrees such as Zoology or Evolutionary Biology can be studied at our Cornwall Campus, or our internationally renowned degree in Conservation Biology and Ecology. Degrees at the Streatham Campus in Exeter include Biochemistry and the interdisciplinary Biological and Medicinal Chemistry, both of which have the option of a year’s industrial experience. The opportunity to study abroad for a year is available with several of our programmes. We also offer joint degrees with other subject areas such as Sports and Health Sciences and Geography.

Why study undergraduate Biosciences at the University of Exeter?

  • 7th in the UK for Biology in The Sunday Times University Guide 2012
  • 8th for Biology in the National Student Survey (2011)1
  • Broad-based and specialist degrees
  • State-of-the-art learning facilities
  • Learn with internationally recognised research leaders
  • All third year modules are based on the current research of our academics
  • Dedicated career management
  • Carry out challenging independent research
  • Undertake field study overseas or in the UK
  • Opportunities to study in North America or Australia

Biosciences brochure

Download the Biosciences brochure (pdf) for Undergraduate study.

Admissions

We welcome enquiries regarding admissions and hope to make the process as easy as possible for you. Contact:

Streatham Campus admissions

Tel +44 (0)1392 723855
Email ug-ad@exeter.ac.uk

Cornwall Campus admissions

Tel +44 (0)1326 371801
Email cornwall@exeter.ac.uk

1 based on the average percentage of positive responses across all survey categories for full service universities