Human Biology and Psychology

Keele University
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Psychology

A-Level Entry

BBB

UCAS Points

120 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£24,500

About this course

Combine the fascinating and complex fields of human genetics, nutrition, parasitology and advances in medicine with the intriguing study of why people behave in certain ways. On successful completion of this programme you will gain a strong set of transferable skills suited to a wide variety of careers.

Why choose this course?

  • Human Biology at Keele is Top 10 in England for student positivity* NSS 2023 (Broad-based universities) *based on overall student satisfaction, which is an average score across 27 questions asked in the NSS

  • Gain highly transferable graduate employability skills to pursue a broad range of careers

  • Enhance your employability with a work placement or year studying abroad

  • Research-led teaching

    Our Human Biology and Psychology BSc presents you with the chance to study two exciting subjects.

    You will explore the physiology of the body’s major systems, human health, disease and the relationship between the human body with the environment. From exploring how our lifestyle and genes affect our risk of disease to discovering the latest developments in cancer research, you will have the opportunity to deep dive into a broad range of topics that are of increasing importance in medical research and underpin the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries.

    Psychology will equip you with a well-rounded education and in addition to studying the principal areas specified by the British Psychological Society (BPS) curriculum, you will have the opportunity to tailor your degree to reflect your career aspirations and interests.

    About Keele

    Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university.

    We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level.

    Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.

  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades BBB
    UCAS Tariff Points 120 points
    BTEC DDM

    Study Options

    This course is available in 3 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 3 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: Keele

    Avg. Salary: £24,500

    Sandwich with time abroad

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: Keele

    Avg. Salary: £24,500

    Sandwich including industrial placement

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: BSc (Hons)

    Location: Keele

    Avg. Salary: £24,500

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    2111 Chemical scientists
    2119 Natural and social science professionals
    3111 Laboratory technicians
    2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
    1224 Leisure and sports managers and proprietors
    2222 Occupational therapists

    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
    Keele
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Psychology
    Avg. Graduate Salary
    £24,500