Biosciences

Study life in more detail, from cells to entire ecosystems, and explore the vital relationship between human, animal and plant health.
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Key statistics

Great job prospects

92% of our biosciences graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduating*

Satisfied students

Three of our biosciences courses are ranked in the top 10 for overall student satisfaction** in the National Student Survey 2025

Hands-on learning

Conduct exciting experiments in our £12.5 million Innovation for Health Learning Lab, fitted with the latest industry equipment

*Graduate Outcomes 2025, HESA

**University of Surrey analysis of NSS data: % of Q1-24 answered positively for institutions listed in the Guardian University Guide table.

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Undergraduate study at Surrey

Get a glimpse of undergraduate student life at Surrey and why you can expect more when you study with us.

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Undergraduate study at Surrey

Get a glimpse of undergraduate student life at Surrey and why you can expect more when you study with us.

Why students love us

  • "I’ve been inspired by career opportunities in fields such as animal care, welfare, research, conservation, and even veterinary medicine. Exploring these diverse options on my course has been incredibly rewarding, and I now feel more confident in shaping my future career."

    Richa Veterinary Biosciences BSc Student profile
  • "One of the highlights of my placement at GlaxoSmithKline was the additional skills I didn’t expect to learn in a lab-based setting, such as procurement, project management, event planning and EHS engagement."

    Megan E. Microbiology BSc Student profile
  • "I really enjoy the choice of modules that are available, especially as you progress into the third year because the course structure allows you to format your degree pathway in a way that complements your interests."

    Rui Miguel Abrantes da Silva Biochemistry BSc Student profile

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