BSc (Hons) Human Biology

Our BSc (Hons) Human Biology degree is designed to develop your knowledge and skills for the purposes of testing, analysing and researching the fundamental aspects of what makes us human.

From covering diverse topics such as genetic makeup, disease immunity, nutrition, population trends, ageing, epidemiology, and more, you will build an in-depth understanding of this wide-ranging field.

Throughout the course, you will benefit from:

being part of a learning community that conducts cutting edge research into areas such as cancer, genomics, microbiology, food safety, ageing and memory, and translation medicine
access to brand-new facilities that include equipment used in modern pharmaceutical, nutritional and clinical laboratories
option of a placement year to develop your employability and career prospects
final year research project - allows you to focus your studies on your specific interests and career goals.
A wide array of optional modules allows you to shape your studies to match your own interests and career ambitions.

UCAS points required from level 3 qualifications - 112 These can include: A Levels at grade B, B and C, or above BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction, Merit, Merit Access to HE Diploma International Baccalaureate T Levels Your Level 3 qualifications must include one science subject. IB English HL grade 4+ or SL grade 5+ IELTS - Overall score of 6.0 with a minimum IELTS 5.5 for each of the 4 individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). TOEFL iBT - Overall score of 78 (Reading 18, Writing 17, Listening 17, Speaking 20).