Regina Jaschke is our adviser for Biology and Biological Sciences. Use the following resources to explore options with a degree in Biology and Biological Sciences. If you would like further advice, please see our advice and guidance options.
Biology and Biological Sciences
| Gradcracker |
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Gradcracker - is the careers website for Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM) university students. With over 200 employers advertising at any one time, there are more STEM work placements and graduate opportunities on gradcracker.com than on any other careers website in the UK. |
| What can I do with my degree? - Biology (Prospects) |
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This article provides an overview of the skills gained throughout your degree, job options, career areas, further study, case studies, contacts and resources. |
| School of Biological Sciences UG destination information (2022-23; 2021-22; 2020-21) |
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Data on what School of Biological Sciences undergraduates were doing 15 months after they finished their studies.
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| What Do Graduates Do? - Scotland |
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Find out what graduates from Scottish institutions went on to do after their first degree, Masters or PhD.
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| What Do Graduates Do? (UK) |
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Find out what graduates in your subject went on to do after graduation. This survey is carried out nationally every year.
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| Plant Science Futures |
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This website highlights career options available in Plant Science. It also provides advice on skills required, how to gain experience while at university and further study options. |
| Nature Jobs |
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Science career information, tools and job search facility produced by Nature. |
| How to succeed as a Scientist |
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This practical guide explains how you can develop the skills required to build a successful career in academia and beyond.
This book is available to borrow from the Sir Duncan Rice Library. Please check the library catalogue for details. |
| Royal Society of Biology jobs listing |
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Search for the latest Biology-related opportunities. |
| Equate Scotland - support for women finding jobs in STEM sectors |
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Organisation supporting the recruitment of women into STEM sectors. They offer training opportunities and a network for connecting with fellow students. |
| Case studies of Life Sciences graduates (Opportunity North East) |
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The link below will take you to a series of video case studies featuring Life Sciences graduates talking about their jobs and career paths. |
| Student report on the benefits of attending a Science and Careers event |
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A PhD student in Chemistry writes about her experience of attending a Science and Careers event.
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Looking for career options with your degree subject?
Here are some areas you might be interested in:
- Chemical Scientific Services
- Environmental Management and Conservation
- Fisheries
- Medical Related Scientific Services
- Scientific Technical Support
- Teaching in Schools
- Veterinary and Animal Care
Don't forget that many graduate jobs are open to people from any degree subject. If you want to find out more, have a look at our Explore your options section or speak to one of our Careers Advisers.