BSc Human Biology and Infectious Diseases
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Microbiology and Evolutionary Biology, exploring human physiology, immunology and the pathology and transmission of infectious diseases. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Data Analysis, Research Methods, Clinical Skills, Fieldwork and Statistics. The course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology and includes field courses in parasitology and microbial communities. A final-year dissertation project allows independent research with data collection, laboratory-based work or fieldwork.
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Entry requirements
GCSE: English language and mathematics at grade C or 4 or above. Equivalents are accepted. UCAS tariff: 104 UCAS points A level: Two full A-levels required as a minimum, including Grade C in Biology BTEC: Grade MMM-DMM required from Applied Science or other Science-based BTEC including Biology modules. We can accept BTEC Subsidiary Diplomas in combination, where we would ask for a Merit grade in Applied Science. T level: Overall M required in one of the following T Level subjects: Health Healthcare Science Science Scottish Highers: Two Scottish Higher Levels required, including Biology. Irish Leaving Certificate: Two Higher Levels required, including Biology. IB: 30 points overall, including Grade 4 in Higher Level Biology. Must have passed the full International Baccalaureate to be considered. Access to HE: 104-112 UCAS points from a QAA Approved Level 3 Access to HE Diploma in a suitable Science subject and must include Biology content.
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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: 92%
- Assessment and feedback: 95%
- Academic support: 97%
- Organisation and management: 94%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 90%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 14 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Administrative occupations: 20%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 20%
- Sales occupations: 20%
- Teaching Professionals: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 180 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 2%
- North West: 64%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 7%
- East Midlands: 6%
- West Midlands: 4%
- East of England: 4%
- London: 3%
- South East: 4%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 3%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Molecules to Microbes
- Genetics
- Human Anatomy
- Biological Skills
- Study Skills
- Cell biology
- Molecular Genetics
- Introduction to Parasitology and Infectious Diseases
- Biological Research Skills
- Microbial Communities and Interactions
- Pathophysiology
- Human Physiology
- Human Genetics
- Biology of Parasites
- Advances In Pathophysiology
- Clinical Immunology
- Antimicrobial Resistance: Threats and Solutions
- Veterinary and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases
- Final Year Project and Professional Skills
- Final Year Project with Science Communication and Professional Skills (HANS)
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Human Biology and Infectious Diseases at University of Salford earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £18,500 after 3 years, £22,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £17,000 and £28,000. The £22,500 median after five years is £9,500 less than the UK median for Microbiology and cell science.
What do graduates of BSc Human Biology and Infectious Diseases at University of Salford do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Human Biology and Infectious Diseases at University of Salford?
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 and Infectious Diseases at University of Salford?
The typical offer is 30 points in the IB. The average entrant had 109 UCAS points.
Is BSc Human Biology and Infectious Diseases at University of Salford accredited?
Yes. Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Does BSc Human Biology and Infectious Diseases at University of Salford include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Human Biology and Infectious Diseases at University of Salford?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.