BSc (Hons) Human Biology
Liverpool John Moores UniversityLiverpool John Moores University, City Campus, Liverpool
Course overview
About your course The new BSc (Hons) Human Biology provides a deep understanding of the human body, its anatomy and biological processes – from the molecular level to the whole organism, and related hot topics such as health, disease and the impact of ageing on societies. You will develop an informed and critical understanding of human biology relevant to the public and private sectors, such as academic, health care, clinical and industry. The degree offer the opportunity to develop specialist subject knowledge in one of the following themes through selecting optional modules: genetics, health and disease, nutrition, neuroscience, and microbiology and immunology.
In the second and third years you can specialise by choosing optional modules from a variety of topics. You also have the chance to undertake a short 135 hour work-based learning placement or a year-long industrial placement. This means you can put what you have learnt into practice and acquire transferable skills sought by employers.
Key highlights
- Covers human anatomy and biology from molecular level to whole organism
- Explores health, disease and the impact of ageing on societies
- Specialise in genetics, nutrition, neuroscience, or microbiology and immunology
- Optional health and disease theme through chosen modules
- Short 135-hour work-based learning placement available
- Option to take a year-long industrial placement
Entry requirements
Please choose your qualifications below to view requirements Grades/points required from qualifications: BCC (104) Work out how many UCAS points your qualifications are worth by visiting the
UCAS tariff: Calculator. Home Qualification requirements
GCSEs and equivalents: Grade 4 or grade C or above in English Language and Mathematics/ Numeracy.
GCSE
Equivalences accepted: • Key Skills Level 2 in English/Maths • NVQ Level 2 Functional skills in Maths and English Writing and or Reading • Skills for Life Level 2 in Numeracy/English • Higher Diploma in Maths/English • Northern Ireland Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number • Wales Essential Skills Level 2 in Communication or Application of Number A levels BCC Minimum Number of
A Levels: 2 Maximum AS
UCAS points: 20 Biology or a related science at Grade C or above BTECs Extended Diploma: DMM from a science-based subject. Access awards Pass overall with a minimum of 104 points from a science-based programme.
International Baccalaureate
Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications From a relevant subject OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma: DMM from a science-based subject. Irish awards Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications. You need to obtain the required UCAS points and have studied a science-based subject.
T levels Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.
Further information
Contextual offers
At LJMU, we are dedicated to widening participation in education. We understand that academic potential isn't always accurately represented by grades alone. Therefore, we consider additional information included in your application.
If you meet certain eligibility criteria, we may make an offer lower than our typical entry requirements. Find your country Please Note: All international qualifications are subject to a qualification equivalency check. How to apply Securing your place at LJMU UCAS is the official application route for our full-time undergraduate courses.
Further information on the UCAS application process can be found here https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/study/undergraduate-students/how-to-apply.
Scholarships
Early Bird Tuition Fee Discount
We are excited to offer a £500 Early Payment Discount to all self-funded international students.
Up to £500Sport Scholarship Scheme
Our Sport Scholarship scheme is one of the leading initiatives the UK and helps talented students fulfil both their sporting and their academic potential. You’ll receive cash bursaries.
Undergraduate International Achievement Scholarship
£3,000 tuition fee discount towards each year of their studies.
Up to £3,000
Careers this course leads to
- Biomedical scientist
- Clinical research associate
- Laboratory technician
- Research assistant
- Healthcare scientist
- Science teacher
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,050 per year | International: £18,740 per year
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 Liverpool John Moores University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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