Biological scientists vs Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists Salary (2025)

How do Biological scientists and Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists salaries compare in the UK? Here is a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

Biological scientists earns £5,009 more per year (13% higher)

Biological scientists

£43,038
per year
vs

Detailed Comparison

MetricBiological scientistsPsychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapistsDifference
Median Annual£43,038£38,029+£5,009
Mean Annual£49,608£42,250+£7,358
Monthly£3,587£3,169+£418
Weekly£828£731+£97
Hourly£20.69£18.28+£2.41
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who earns more, a Biological scientists or a Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists?
A Biological scientists earns more. The median salary for a Biological scientists is £43,038, whilst a Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists earns £38,029 — a difference of £5,009 per year.
What is the salary difference between a Biological scientists and a Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists?
The difference is £5,009 per year. Biological scientists is the higher-paid role.
Should I become a Biological scientists or a Psychotherapists and cognitive behaviour therapists?
From a salary perspective, Biological scientists offers higher median pay. However, career choice depends on many factors including interests, qualifications, work-life balance and long-term prospects.

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