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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: 1262
Human Biosciences
Birmingham City UniversityBirmingham, England
3 yearsDuration
£18,570Per Year (Intl)
£23,000Avg. Graduate Salary
90%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BSc (Hons) Human Biosciences at Birmingham City University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding living systems. Based in Birmingham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Human Biosciences is an exciting branch of modern science, involving many disciplines and cutting-edge technology. It is focused on human biology and health, providing a perfect springboard for a variety of careers within the growing life sciences sector. Our degree is practice-led and designed to support you to develop a range of practical and analytical skills, valued by employers. International tuition fees are £18,570 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating.
What You'll Learn
Fundamentals of Human Anatomy and Physiology
Human Molecular Genetics and Genomics
Nutrition and Metabolic Biochemistry
Microbiology and Immunology
Pharmacology and Toxicology
Pathophysiology and Disease Mechanisms
Research Methods and Scientific Communication
Independent Research Project
UCAS Code:1262
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BCC 104 UCAS tariff points from three A Levels. Required subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Environmental Sciences at grade C or above. Excluded subjects: General Studies; Critical Thinking; Extended Project. |
| International Baccalaureate | 28 points Obtain a minimum of 28 points overall. Required subjects: Either Biology, or Chemistry at Higher level. For students who do not already hold a GCSE in Mathematics at grade C/4 or above, grade 5 in Maths (Standard level) from the IB Diploma will be accepted. For students who do not already hold a GCSE in English Language at grade C/4 or above, English Language (Standard level) from the IB Diploma will be accepted. For English A, this must be grade 4 or above; for English B, this must be grade 5 |
| UCAS Points | 104 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£18,570
per year
Total Course Cost (3 years)£55,710
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Birmingham City University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £21,000 | £23,000 | £28,500 |
UK subject average: £27,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH03). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
90%Working
10%Work & Study
85%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Broad subject area averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
89%
Overall
Teaching on my course
90%Learning opportunities
85%Assessment and feedback
89%Academic support
94%Organisation and management
90%Learning resources
87%Student voice
85%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
85%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: Broad-subject-area average for this provider
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About Birmingham City University
Birmingham City University offers Human Biosciences as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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