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Bachelor of Human Biosciences

Coventry University

Coventry, United Kingdom
3 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

A three-year degree on human health and disease from molecules to global health trends.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (2): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Explain and apply fundamental concepts in Human Biosciences. Analyze discipline-specific problems using suitable methods and tools. Communicate findings and demonstrate skills relevant to science.

Career outcomes

Research Assistant
Laboratory Analyst
Environmental Specialist
Science Communicator

Curriculum

Three-year
360-credit degree (four with a placement year). Year 1: Introduction to Biomolecules and Biochemistry
Cells to Systems
Microbiology and Immunology
Genetics and Molecular Biology. Year 2: The Gut Brain Axis
Human Genetic Diversity
Neurophysiology
Human Physiology and Modern Living. Year 3: Personalised Genomics
Non-Communicable Disease
Microbial Threats to Global Health
Research Project.

Entry requirements

Academic

Typical UK-qualification entry (international equivalents by country at https://www.coventry.ac.uk/international-students-hub/entry-requirements/): UCAS points 120
A level BBB to include Biology. Excludes General Studies
GCSE maths
English and two sciences at grade 4 / C or Functional Skills Level 2
Or other equivalent Level 2 awards
BTEC DDM in the BTEC Level 3 Extended National Diploma in a Biological Science subject. Excludes Health and Social Care
IB Diploma 32 points to include 5 points in Biology at Higher Level
Access to HE The Access to HE Diploma to include 30 Level 3 credits above Merit of which 15 must be at Distinction in Biology units. Plus GCSE English and Mathematics

Accepted academic background

Secondary school completion at A level standard or international equivalent (country-specific requirements at https://www.coventry.ac.uk/international-students-hub/entry-requirements/), e.g. 112 UCAS points / BBC for business courses, 120 / BBB for BSc Computer Science (128 / ABB for MSci), GCSE maths and English grade 4/C or equivalent; some courses add interview or portfolio; recognised foundation programme for some countries

Language tests

IELTS 6.0 overall
Institutional test no component lower than 5.5 (typical
IELTS Academic 6

Documents you’ll need

Completed application form
Academic transcripts
Secondary school completion certificate
English language proficiency evidence if required
Passport identification page

How to apply

Review the Human Biosciences admission requirements at Coventry University. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of the entry qualification. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload the required documents and language results if applicable. Pay the application fee if applicable and submit before the relevant deadline. Review the admission decision and complete acceptance requirements.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£19,200 GBP
Application fee	£50 GBP
Deposit	£4,000 GBP

Program details

Campus	Coventry
Faculty or school	Health and Care
Department	Department of Science
Teaching language	English
Credit value	360
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2
Scholarship note	Course page says Coventry offers international scholarships; see https://www.coventry.ac.uk/international-students-hub/apply-for-a-scholarship/

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
1 Dec 2026
17 days left
Program starts
March 2027
Apply by
27 Jan 2027
74 days left
Program starts
May 2027
Apply by
5 Apr 2027
142 days left
Program starts
July 2027
Apply by
25 May 2027
192 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 3 years.