BSc (Hons) Human Biology and Infectious Diseases with Foundation Year
University of SalfordSalford, United Kingdom
Course overview
Prepare for our Human Biology and Infectious Diseases degree with our foundation year pathway that provides you with essential understanding of principles that underpin human biology. Laboratory-based learning. Career-focused approach.
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Key highlights
- Foundation year builds essential understanding of principles underpinning human biology
- Laboratory-based learning throughout the programme
- Career-focused approach to teaching and learning
- Pathway into specialist study of human biology and infectious diseases
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 64 — Standard entry requirements UCAS tariff points 64 UCAS points A level 64 UCAS Tariff points.
- BTEC: MPP — BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma
- T-level: Pass — BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma MPP T Level Pass (D or E).
- GCSE: C/4 or above — to include English, Mathematics
- International Baccalaureate: 26 — International Baccalaureate 26 points.
Scholarships
Global Gold Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,500; For postgraduate - £3,000
Global Silver Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,000; For postgraduate - £2,500
IFY Excellence Scholarship
For qualifying applicants, the IFY Excellence Scholarship is worth £2,500 for one year of study on the IFY programme starting from September 2026.
Up to £2,500
Careers this course leads to
- Microbiologist
- Infection prevention and control practitioner
- Public health officer
- Laboratory technician
- Clinical research associate
- Epidemiology research assistant
Cost of study
UK/Home: See latest UK/home undergraduate fees: https://www.salford.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-funding | International: See latest international undergraduate fees: https://www.salford.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-funding
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Salford, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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