BSc (Hons) Human Biology at Loughborough University

Programme overview

Explore the factors shaping human life and health on this unique, internationally focused course. Human Biology is the study of the structure and function of the human body, looking at how the human species evolved, how we change over our lifespan, adapt to stressors, and how our biology and culture influence disease risk. Human biologists address questions such as: What is the body made of?

Faculty: School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences | Department: Biosciences | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year | Study mode: full-time; optional placement year (sandwich) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Loughborough, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The aim of this module is to further student understanding of the fundamental aspects of biochemistry and cell biology that underpin the wider study of human biology. Year 1 compulsory modules: Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Human Evolution and Adaptation, Laboratory Skills 1, Genetics and Molecular Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Academic Skills and Data Description.

Career pathways

Human Biology includes the study of a broad range of topics, ranging from molecular level through to population and global health. This has enabled our graduates to pursue a wide variety of careers in areas including DNA analysis to epidemiology.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical A level offer: AAB including Biology or Human Biology; Chemistry, Physics, Geography or Environmental Science may be considered on a case-by-case basis if A level Biology not previously studied. Typical IB offer: 35 (6,6,5 HL) with 5 in Biology at HL. Typical BTEC offer: BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science or Forensic Science: DDD with Distinction in unit 1: Principles and Applications of Science I; BTEC Level 3 National Diploma: DD plus A level Biology or Human Biology at Grade B. GCSE: GCSE Maths and GCSE English Language grade 4/C. Selection: Applicants are usually selected solely on the basis of their UCAS application, but in exceptional cases, an interview may be required. Ghana (WASSCE): Students taking the WASSCE will need to complete a suitable Foundation Year. Loughborough University offers a Foundation Year through ONCAMPUS.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). full-time, per academic year Source

International applicants: GBP 31,500 a year (2027/28). full-time, per academic year Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/

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