BSc Human Biology and Infectious Diseases
Course overview
This BSc Human Biology and Infectious Diseases at the University of Salford is a three-year full-time programme that is one of the few outside of medicine to combine human physiology, immunology, and infectious diseases. The course explores how diseases that affect both humans and animals (zoonotic diseases) are spread, what causes them, and how they impact populations (epidemiology). The degree is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB).
Their learning will be very hands-on and practical. Students will develop strong skills for laboratory research in the modern Bodmer Laboratories. They will study special subjects like Pathophysiology (the study of disease) and Parasitology (the study of parasites), and finish with a research project in their last year. Students can also choose to take an optional work placement year after their second year, which can greatly improve their chances of getting a job.
Entry requirements
The University is looking for applicants who are excited about science and discovery, especially those who have studied Biology. Students should be keen to focus on areas like public health, diseases from hot climates (tropical diseases), and how infections work. To apply, they need to send in a personal statement and academic references
Grade Requirements:
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Applicants will need 104-112 UCAS Tariff points. This must include a minimum of two complete A-Levels, with a grade C in Biology.
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For GCSEs, they need English Language and Mathematics at grade C/4 or above.
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The University also accepts a Merit Merit Merit (MMM) to Distinction Merit Merit (DMM) from a science-based BTEC National Diploma, including Biology modules.
English Language Requirements:
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International applicants from non-English speaking countries need an overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no element below 5.5.
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The University accepts other equivalent English language qualifications. If they do not meet this standard, students could take a Pre-Sessional English course for entry onto the degree.
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
Cost of study
The tuition fee for BSc Human Biology and Infectious Diseases in the University of Salford for international students is £18,120. The tuition fee is subject to change annually.
Admission
The main admission route is through UCAS. We highly recommend that all applicants contact AHZ's trained counsellors for assistance with their application process.
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