Human Biology

Liverpool John Moores University
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Biomedical sciencesBiology

A-Level Entry

BCC - BBC

UCAS Points

104 - 112 points

About this course

Why study Human Biology at Liverpool John Moores University?

  • Equips you with a wide range of specialist and transferable skills required by employers related to human biology and health

  • Delivered by experts in human biology and related disciplines

  • Engage and learn with subject experts and research-active staff in a welcoming and supportive environment

  • Gain experience of using current and cutting-edge laboratory technologies, techniques and tools

  • Develop interpersonal and intrapersonal skills required by employers and attend regularly organised employability events and networking opportunities

  • Participate in residential courses and work placement opportunities in the UK and abroad to further develop skills and competencies

  • This degree is available to study following a foundation year

  • International Foundation Year course available offering direct progression onto this degree programme - visit LJMU's International Study Centre to find out more

    About your course 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.

  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades BCC - BBC
    UCAS Tariff Points 104 - 112 points
    BTEC DMM

    Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: Liverpool

    Sandwich

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: Liverpool

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3111 Laboratory technicians
    2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
    3119 Science, engineering and production technicians
    1211 Managers and proprietors in agriculture and horticulture
    2112 Biological scientists
    9112 Forestry and related workers

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Liverpool
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Biomedical sciences, Biology