41 Bachelor's degrees offered by the university

The BSc Neuroscience (Hons) at University of St Andrews explores the interface between psychology and neurobiology and how the brain and the rest of the nervous system work in both health and disease. In your studies, you will be introduced to molecular, cellular and physiological processes; cellular and applied neurobiology; pharmacology.

The BSc Materials Chemistry (Hons) at University of St Andrews seeks to understand the interrelationships between the composition, structure, microstructure and properties of matter in order to design and develop new materials – for example, semiconductor processing and fabrication; energy and IT; biomaterials; catalyst materials; ‘smart coatings’; and nanotechnology.

The Biology (Hons) at University of St Andrews involves the study of life at all levels of organisation, from the molecular biology of virus replication to the study of animals and plants in their natural habitats. 

The BSc in Physics (Hons) at University of St Andrews will allow you to explore the fundamentals of this central science, from classical dynamics to the intriguing theories of quantum mechanics and relativity, and how these and other underpinning ideas may be applied in fields such as electronics, lasers, music, and semiconductors.

The MA in Statistics (Hons) at the University of St Andrews allows you to specialise in the branch of mathematics that focuses on collecting, analysing and presenting large quantities of numerical data. There are many practical applications for statistics, including fields such as science and medicine, government, business and education.

The MMath in Applied Mathematics(Hons) at University of St Andrews is a five-year Integrated Masters course run by the School of Mathematics and Statistics. The course offers advanced study of mathematics at postgraduate level during your final year, allowing you to graduate with a Masters degree. 

The Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry (Hons) at University of St Andrews allows you to study the subject at great depth with a significant emphasis on research, combined in a single five-year programme, graduating with a Masters degree.

The MChem in Materials Chemistry at University of St Andrews is a five-year Integrated Masters course run by the School of Chemistry. During the course, you will develop an awareness and appreciation of the latest advances in materials chemistry in addition to the fundamentals of the subject.

The MChem in Chemistry (Hons) at University of St Andrews will teach you the fundamentals of this central science, from the composition and properties of matter to using reactions to create new materials, from pharmaceuticals to drinkable water.

The Biology and Mathematics (Hons) programme offered by University of St Andrews will teach you to understand complex patterns and structures, and develop the tools with which to analyse them.

The Biology and Computer Science (Hons) programme offered by University of St Andrews is designed to ground you in both the theory and practice of computer science. You will learn how to program computers and how systems are organised, designed and implemented. 

The BSc in Astrophysics (Hons) at University of St Andrews allows you to embark on a guided exploration of the science of the Universe, from our solar system to black holes and from extrasolar planets to galaxy clusters. Core physics, mathematics, and computational skills are developed to allow you to model these systems and to analyse complicated data sets.

The Marine Biology (Hons) at University of St Andrews involves study at an advanced, research-led level and covers marine molecular ecology, genomics, marine microbiology, the ecology and development of marine invertebrates and the ecology of coasts and estuaries.

The Theoretical Physics (Hons) at University of St Andrews is typically a five-year Integrated Masters course run by the School of Physics and Astronomy.  During your degree, you will be introduced to core topics in mainstream physics – such as mechanics, light, electricity and magnetism – as well as learn the fundamental mathematical and computational skills needed for application to physics. 

The MMath in Statistics (Hons) at the University of St Andrews allows you to specialise in the branch of mathematics that focuses on collecting, analysing and presenting large quantities of numerical data. There are many practical applications for statistics, including fields such as science and medicine, government, business and education. 

The Chemistry and Physics (Hons) programme offered by University of St Andrews provides students with a fundamental and comprehensive understanding of chemistry, along with a highly transferrable training in numeracy, problem-solving, teamwork and communication skills.

The Chemistry with French (Hons) programme offered by University of St Andrews will teach you the fundamentals of this central science, from the composition and properties of matter to using reactions to create new molecules and materials. 

The BSc Molecular Biology (Hons) at University of St Andrews involves an introduction to the foundations of molecular and cellular biology and then focuses on topics such as chromosome structure and function, molecular genetics, molecular cell biology, biotechnology, bioinformatics, molecular virology and gene expression.

The MBiochem in Biochemistry (Hons) from University of St Andrews is a five-year Integrated Masters course run by the School of Biology. Students are provided with high-tech equipment, laboratories and expertise to facilitate learning and to develop the skillset of a modern biochemist. 

The Chemistry with Medicinal Chemistry (Hons) at University of St Andrews is a four-year course run by the School of Chemistry. During the course, you will develop awareness and appreciation of the latest advances in medicinal chemistry in addition to the fundamentals of the subject.