BSc Human Biology
About this course
BSc in Cellular Molecular and Evolutionary Biology, integrating human anatomy, physiology, and pathology. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Statistics, Data Analysis, and Entrepreneurship. Students complete a final-year research project and participate in practical classes utilising cadaveric prosection.
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Entry requirements
A level: AB (in any order in Biology/Human Biology and Chemistry) B + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 OR A (Biology/Human Biology or Chemistry) AB including a second science subject + GCSE Biology and Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4. IB: 33 points overall including 6,5,5 at Higher Level to include Higher Level grades 6,5 (in any order) in Biology and Chemistry + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4 OR 34 points overall including 6,6,5 at Higher Level to include Higher Level grade 6 in Biology or Chemistry and Higher Level grade 5 in a second Science subject + GCSE Biology and Chemistry grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC/4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C/4.
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What students say
Based on about 16 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 84%
- Assessment and feedback: 87%
- Academic support: 97%
- Organisation and management: 81%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 91%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 80%
- Left higher education: 20%
What graduates do next
Based on about 6 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 30%
Most common jobs
- Sales occupations: 25%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 15%
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Health associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 45%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 25%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Modules
- Human Structure and Function
- World of Microorganisms
- Genetics and the Molecular Toolbox
- Molecular Basis of Life
- Professional Skills for Scientists 1
- Fundamentals of Microbiology
- Scientific Methods/Statistics
- Professional Skills for Scientists 2
- Principles of Cell Biology
- Health Sciences and Population Studies
- Physiological Sciences
- Human Anatomy
- Human Physiological Measurement
- Physiologic Mechanisms of Drug Action
- Neuroscience
- Research Project
- Embryology & Developmental Biology
- Exercise, Sports Science and Medicine
- Cardiovascular Pathobiology & Treatment
- Principles of Pharmacology & Therapeutics
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Human Biology at Queen's University Belfast earn?
The median salary is £27,500 after 15 months. After fifteen months the middle half of graduates earn between £24,000 and £30,000. The £27,500 median after fifteen months is £500 less than the UK median for Anatomy, physiology and pathology.
What do graduates of BSc Human Biology at Queen's University Belfast do next?
100% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Human Biology at Queen's University Belfast?
92% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Human Biology at Queen's University Belfast?
The typical offer is AB at A level, or 33 points in the IB. The average entrant had 155 UCAS points.
Does BSc Human Biology at Queen's University Belfast include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Human Biology at Queen's University Belfast?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.