Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Biology with AI course at Manchester Metropolitan University.
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B,C,C
To include grade C in one of the following subjects: Biology (with Pass in Practical Assessment), Human Biology, or two other science A levels (Geography, Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, Maths) with a grade C or above in at least one.
Most popular A-levels studied
The Biology with AI course at Manchester Metropolitan University features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | B |
| Mathematics | B |
| Business Studies | C |
| Physics | C |
| Psychology | B |
| Subject | Grade |
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| Biology | C |
| Chemistry | C |
| Psychology | B |
| Geography | B |
| Mathematics | C |
UCAS code: BIA1
Here's what Manchester Metropolitan University says about its Biology with AI course.
Our BSc (Hons) Biology with AI degree brings together the fascinating world of biology with the fast-moving field of artificial intelligence (AI). You will build a strong foundation in core biological topics – from microbiology and molecular biology to biodiversity and ecology – while learning how AI can help us to solve complex global challenges in health, sustainability and conservation.
From your first year, you’ll develop practical skills in coding, computational thinking, and data analysis. As you progress, you’ll explore more advanced areas like machine learning, deep learning and generative AI, with a focus on how these tools can be applied in biological research and practice.
You’ll get hands-on laboratory and fieldwork experience and work on projects shaped by our leading researchers. There’s also the option to study abroad or take a placement year, helping you build the skills, confidence and global outlook to thrive in a fast-changing world.
By the time you graduate, you’ll have a unique mix of scientific knowledge and technical expertise that employers are actively looking for.
Features and Benefits
Gain interdisciplinary expertise. Learn how to tackle global challenges like biodiversity loss and antibiotic resistance with a degree that blends applied biology and artificial intelligence.
Graduate ready for the future. Build advanced skills in the exciting and fast-growing field of artificial intelligence and stand out to employers seeking future-focused talent.
Strong industry links. Our links with industry give you the opportunity to collaborate on real-world projects with partners like the NHS and RSPB, gaining experience that employers value.
Study in a city of science. Manchester leads the UK in AI readiness and sits on the doorstep of four National Parks - the perfect blend of innovation and biodiversity.
Professional study environment. Study in our £115m Dalton building, designed for collaboration, innovation and world-class learning and research.
Expand your horizons. You can take the four-year route, spending a year studying overseas in Europe, North America or Australia, or an industry placement.
Source: Manchester Metropolitan University
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Department of Natural Sciences
Location
Main Site | Manchester
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Biology
• Artificial intelligence
Start date
28 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
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The student union was very helpful and put on some great events they helped with any issued and were friendly
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The uni life was great, enjoyed it thoroughly and would highly reccomend it
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It cost alit to go but due to student loans it made it very accessible for me and definitely worth it
2 years ago
I got loads of support even throughout covid where we weren't going into uni but would get our lectures through Microsoft teams and zoom
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The facilities were great I was mainly based in the business school which was huge the library was also great
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The course was good amd challenging there was plenty of support event throughout covid
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
The Biology with AI course at Manchester Metropolitan University features content from more than one subject area. Using the options below, you can see ratings from students who took courses in each of these subject areas at this uni
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Teaching on my course
87%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
74%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
100%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
89%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
86%
low
Learning opportunities
79%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
83%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
83%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
83%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
69%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
80%
med
Assessment and feedback
81%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
89%
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How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
80%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
51%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
91%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
91%
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Academic support
90%
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How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
91%
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How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
88%
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Organisation and management
85%
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How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
88%
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How well organised is your course?
82%
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Learning resources
83%
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How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
88%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
69%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
91%
med
Student voice
77%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
65%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
76%
low
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
91%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
83%
high
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
88%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
77%
low
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Teaching on my course
86%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
85%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
92%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
85%
high
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
85%
med
Learning opportunities
78%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
69%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
69%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
92%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
69%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
92%
high
Assessment and feedback
80%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
85%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
85%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
62%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
92%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
77%
med
Academic support
92%
high
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
92%
high
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
92%
med
Organisation and management
77%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
92%
med
How well organised is your course?
69%
med
Learning resources
74%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
85%
med
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
69%
low
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
69%
low
Student voice
85%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
77%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
85%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
92%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
100%
high
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
85%
low
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
92%
med
The Biology with AI course at Manchester Metropolitan University features content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below to find out about the students taking courses in each of those subject areas at this uni.
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Earnings
£21.2k
First year after graduation
£24.1k
Third year after graduation
£26.6k
Fifth year after graduation
Earnings
£28.8k
First year after graduation
£30.7k
Third year after graduation
£33.6k
Fifth year after graduation
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