Human Biosciences with Foundation Year

Human biosciences is an exciting branch of modern science that involves many disciplines and cutting-edge technology, focused on human biology and health, providing a perfect springboard for a variety of careers within the growing life sciences sector. It brings together anatomy and physiology, biochemistry, genetics, cell biology, immunology, and other biological sciences as they apply specifically to the human body and the conditions that affect it. Understanding how the human body functions at the molecular, cellular, tissue, and systems levels is the foundation for advances in medicine, diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, and public health.

At Birmingham City University, this four-year full-time programme includes a foundation year that provides a supported entry route for students who would benefit from additional preparation in the biological sciences before the main degree content begins. The degree is practice-led and designed to support you in developing a range of practical and analytical skills valued by employers in the life sciences sector. You will develop laboratory skills in molecular biology, cellular techniques, physiological measurement, and biological analysis, alongside theoretical understanding of human biology and the applications of bioscience in health and medicine.

With a typical entry tariff of 120 UCAS points, this programme is accessible to students with a genuine interest in human biology and the life sciences. Graduates pursue careers in the pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology, clinical research, NHS biomedical science, healthcare science, forensic science, science communication, and science education. The human focus of the degree is particularly relevant for those interested in medical research, drug development, clinical diagnostics, and the biology of disease.

Many graduates also continue to postgraduate study in a biomedical or life science discipline, building on the human biology foundation the degree provides.