Biology Careers

A biology degree can unlock so many different exciting and valuable careers. Our biology graduates have gone into cutting edge science, environmental consultancy, teaching, government roles, journalism and so much more. Take a look at our Graduate Case Studies, or download our free careers poster. General biology careers links are at the bottom of this page.

Careers Poster

Download a copy of our ‘What can I do with a Biology Degree’ poster below. If you would like a poster sized version sent to your school or college for free, please email science-events@hull.ac.uk.

Graduate Case Studies

Beth (BSc Biology) – Biomedical Associated Practitioner with the NHS

James (BSc Biology) – Data Analyst for BioBank

Kathryn (BSc Biology) – PhD Research Student, University of Sheffield

Grace (BSc Biology) – Broadcast Journalist

Tim (BSc Zoology) – Environmental Scientist, Yorkshire Water

Thomas (BSc Zoology) – College Lecturer

Piers (BSc Zoology) – Plant and Seeds Health Inspector, Department for Food and Rural Affairs

Choon (BSc Zoology) – Graduate Ecologist

Jess (BSc Marine Biology) – Graduate Marine Environmental Consultant

Hannah (BSc Marine Biology) – Outreach and Research Assistant, Hebridean Whale and Dolphin Trust

Biology Careers Links

A to Z of Biology Careers – really great YouTube channel of Biology Career options from the Royal Society of Biology

‘Becoming a Biologist’ – excellent careers guide from the Royal Society of Biology

Spotlight on the Life Sciences – careers information from the Royal Society of Biology

Bioscience Careers links for schools – useful links from the Royal Society of Biology

IntoBiology – support Biology students from ages 17-21 with science news, careers guidance etc.

Support for Biology Careers

We can support schools and colleges in embedding careers into the A level. BTEC and GCSE biology curriculum. Please email science-events@hull.ac.uk if you would like to arrange a careers talk with your students.