BSc (Hons) Human Biology at University of West London

Programme overview

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.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement | Study mode: full-time (placement year option) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Human biology is a hugely important and ever-expanding branch of science that focuses on human beings and human populations, making for a richly rewarding subject area to study. You will begin your studies by immersing yourself in the fundamentals of this biological science before, as the course progresses, having increasing flexibility to follow your own specialist interests. Modules include: Cell and Microbiology; Essential Skills for Bioscientists; Fundamentals of Chemistry; Fundamentals of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology; Genetics and Disease; Human Anatomy and Physiology; Bioinformatics and Systems Biology; Fundamentals of Pharmacology; Research, Development and Leadership; Infection and Immunity.

Career pathways

Upon successful completion of the BSc (Hons) Human Biology course, you will be equipped to pursue a wide range of careers and job roles including an NHS pathology and test lab scientist, clinical audit project manager and university lecturer. You may also choose to further your studies with our MSc and PhD courses . Job roles include: NHS pathology and test lab scientist; clinical audit project manager; medical devices laboratory scientist; bioassay analyst; molecular biology technician; dental assistant; veterinary assistant; research technician.

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Application information

Entry requirements

112; UCAS points required; from level 3 qualifications; 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. You also need GCSE English, Maths, and two sciences or double science (grade 9 - 4 / A* - C) or Level 2 equivalent. Mature applicants (aged 21+): If you do not hold the qualifications listed but have relevant work experience, you are welcome to apply. Your application will be considered on an individual basis. IELTS 6.0 overall or above. You need to meet our English language requirement – a minimum of IELTS 5.5 for each of the four individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). UCAS/course code: C100, C102.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (3 years, September 2027); Full-time with placement (4 years, September 2027). Source

International applicants: GBP 17,250 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (3 years, September 2027). Source

Intake: September 2027

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

Apply through the official page: https://www.uwl.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/how-apply-undergraduates

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