Human Biology & Physiology
About this course
BSc/MSci in Human Biology & Physiology, a human biology degree centred on the study of the human body across the lifespan, health, and disease. Core topics include Statistics and Research Methods. The course integrates theoretical concepts with practical laboratory classes, culminating in a final-year investigative or outreach project. The first year introduces foundational concepts through Biology 1A, Biology 1B, Chemistry 1, and Science Fundamentals-1X. The second year expands into broader biological principles with Core Concepts in Human Biological Sciences 2, Investigating Human Biological Sciences 2, Fundamental Topics in Biology 2, and Microbiology and Immunology 2. The third year advances knowledge through Human Biology and Physiology 3A and Human Biology and Physiology 3B. The fourth year requires Current Topics in Human Biology and Physiology 4X core alongside options such as Cardiovascular Science 4A, Stem Cells 4D, Physical Activity and Public Health 4Y, and Physiological Disorders: Mechanisms and Treatment Challenges 4Y Option, with a choice of a Life Sciences Investigative Honours Project, Life Sciences Outreach Honours Project, Life Sciences Internship Honours Project, or Life Sciences Dissertation Honours Project.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB or BBB (Additional requirements: A-level Biology or Chemistry.) IB: 34 (6,5,5) (Additional requirements: HL Biology or Chemistry.) Scottish Higher: ABBB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5 Typically offers will be made at AAAAA by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher Additional requirements: Higher Biology or Chemistry. (A in either). Scottish Higher (widening access): MD20 : BBBB (also other target groups*) MD40 : AABB (ABB S5 minimum for consideration)* Additional requirements: Higher Biology or Chemistry. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools.
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What students say
Based on about 17 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 90%
- Assessment and feedback: 74%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 80%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 45 students who started
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Further study: 5%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 30%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 25%
- Teaching Professionals: 15%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 50%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 35%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 40%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 205 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 3%
- North West: 3%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East of England: 1%
- London: 7%
- South East: 4%
- South West: 2%
- Scotland: 76%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 60 students who started
- A levels: 81%
- Baccalaureate: 2%
- Access course: 17%
Modules
- Biology 1A
- Biology 1B
- Chemistry 1
- Science Fundamentals-1X
- Core Concepts in Human Biological Sciences 2
- Investigating Human Biological Sciences 2
- Fundamental Topics in Biology 2
- Animal Biology, Evolution and Ecology 2
- Genes, Molecules & Cells 2
- Microbiology and Immunology 2
- Human Biology and Physiology 3A
- Human Biology and Physiology 3B
- Life Sciences Investigative Honours Project
- Life Sciences Outreach Honours Project
- Life Sciences Internship Honours Project
- Life Sciences Dissertation Honours Project
- Current Topics in Human Biology and Physiology 4X core
- Cardiovascular Pharmacology and Therapeutics 4A option
- Cardiovascular Science 4A option
- Physical Activity and Public Health 4Y option
- Cardiometabolic Health & Physical Activity 4B option
- Problems in Human Reproduction 4B option
- Stem Cells 4D option
- Functional Foods 4D option
- Applied GenAI and Data-Informed Practice in Anatomical Imaging 4C option
- Statistics for the Life Sciences (Sem 1) 4Y option
- Statistics for the Life Sciences (Sem 2) 4E option
- Physiological Disorders: Mechanisms and Treatment Challenges 4Y Option
- Science Communication 4Y option
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Human Biology & Physiology at University of Glasgow earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months, £24,500 after 3 years, £29,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £36,000. The £29,500 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Biosciences (other).
What do graduates of Human Biology & Physiology at University of Glasgow do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on Human Biology & Physiology at University of Glasgow?
91% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for Human Biology & Physiology at University of Glasgow?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 218 UCAS points.
Does Human Biology & Physiology at University of Glasgow include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on Human Biology & Physiology at University of Glasgow?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.