BSc Human Biology at Queen's University Belfast

Programme overview

Human Biology is the integrated study of human anatomy and physiology, including the body in health and disease, from genetics, microbiology and immunology to anatomy, microanatomy and physiology. The degree allows more flexibility in module choice than the related BSc Biomedical Science, and teaching includes ultrasound imaging in cardiovascular physiology and cadaveric prosection. Human Biology at Queen's is ranked 2nd in the UK (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026).

Department: School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences | Duration: 3 years full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules include Human Structure and Function, World of Microorganisms, Genetics and the Molecular Toolbox and Molecular Basis of Life; later options include Pharmacology and Therapeutics, Cardiovascular Pathology and Treatment, Topographical Anatomy, Exercise Science in Medicine, Embryology and Developmental Biology, Public Health Science and Neuroscience, with a final-year research project.

Career pathways

Students are supported by a dedicated Careers Consultant; an optional placement between stages 2 and 3 can be recorded on the degree, and graduates can progress to taught or research Master's and PhD study.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Typical offer ABB/AAB. A-level: AB (any order) in Biology/Human Biology and Chemistry plus B, with GCSE Mathematics grade C/4; OR A in Biology/Human Biology or Chemistry plus AB including a second science subject, with GCSE Biology and Chemistry grade C/4 (or GCSE Double Award Science CC/4,4) and GCSE Mathematics grade C/4. Acceptable second sciences include Computer Science, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Sports Science and others. A maximum of one BTEC/OCR Single Award or AQA Extended Certificate is accepted but not in lieu of A-level Biology or Chemistry. Irish Leaving Certificate: H2H3H3H3H3 including H2 and H3 in Biology and Chemistry, plus Ordinary Level O4 in Mathematics if not offered at Higher Level. Access Course: average 80% with no less than 70% in any module, normally including two Level 3 Biology and two Level 3 Chemistry modules, plus GCSE Mathematics C/4 or equivalent. International Baccalaureate: 33 points including 6,5,5 at Higher Level with 6,5 in Biology and Chemistry plus GCSE Mathematics C/4; OR 34 points including 6,6,5 at Higher Level with 6 in Biology or Chemistry and 5 in a second science. BTEC: RQF National Extended Diploma in Applied Science (Biomedical Science route only) at D*DD with Distinctions in four specified units plus GCSE requirements; QCF Extended Diploma not accepted. Graduate entry: minimum 2:2 Honours degree provided subject requirements are met. All applicants need GCSE English Language grade C/4 or equivalent; five GCSE passes at C/4 or better including English Language and Mathematics were required for last year's entry. HNC applicants need 2 Distinctions and remainder Merits. Applicants are not normally interviewed.

Domestic applicants: GBP 4,985 a year (2026/27). NI/ROI residency, full-time undergraduate tuition; 2026/27 rate Source

International applicants: GBP 28,500 a year (2027/28). International and EU Other rate Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

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