BSc Human Biology and Infectious Diseases with Foundation Year
About this course
BSc (Hons) Human Biology and Infectious Diseases with Foundation Year is a four-year undergraduate degree incorporating a compulsory foundation year and an optional placement year, focusing on human biology, cellular processes, and the study of infectious diseases. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Fieldwork, and Clinical Skills. Students who successfully pass the foundation year progress automatically to the full degree course. The foundation year establishes core knowledge through Biological Principles, Chemical Principles, Scientific Methods, Professional Communications, Data Handling, and Science for Health. Year one introduces molecules, genetics, human anatomy, and cell biology via modules such as Molecules to Microbes, Genetics, Human Anatomy, Biological Skills, Study Skills, and Cell Biology. Year two advances into molecular genetics, parasitology, pathophysiology, and human physiology through Molecular Genetics, Introduction to Parasitology and Infectious Diseases, Biological Research Skills, Microbial Communities and Interactions, Pathophysiology, and Human Physiology. The final year covers advanced topics with compulsory modules including Human Genetics, Biology of Parasites, and Clinical Immunology. Optional modules allow students to explore areas such as Advances In Pathophysiology, Antimicrobial Resistance: Threats and Solutions, and Veterinary and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases, alongside dissertation options like Final Year Project with Science Communication and Professional Skills and Final Year Project and Professional Skills.
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Entry requirements
UCAS tariff: 64 UCAS points A level: 64 UCAS Tariff points. At least one full A level is required. BTEC: MPP T level: Pass (D or E). Must have passed all components. Health, Healthcare Science and Science are accepted subjects. Access to HE: 64 UCAS Tariff points from a QAA Approved Level 3 Access to HE Diploma. GCSE: In addition to Level 3 requirements, you must have evidence of Level 2 GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above. Scottish Highers: 64 UCAS Tariff Points. From at least one at Higher level. Irish Leaving Certificate: 64 UCAS Tariff Points. From at least one at Higher level. IB: 26 points.
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What students say
Based on about 16 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (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 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 75%
- Left higher education: 25%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 16%
- Sales occupations: 12%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 9%
- Administrative occupations: 7%
- Animal care and control services: 7%
- Find their work meaningful: 73%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 43%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 41%
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: 90%
- A degree: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Biological Principles
- Chemical Principles
- Scientific Methods
- Professional Communications
- Data Handling
- Science for Health
- 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 with Science Communication and Professional Skills (HANS)
- Final Year Project and Professional Skills
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Human Biology and Infectious Diseases with Foundation Year 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 with Foundation Year 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 with Foundation Year 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 with Foundation Year at University of Salford?
The typical offer is 26 points in the IB. The average entrant had 66 UCAS points.
Does BSc Human Biology and Infectious Diseases with Foundation Year 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 with Foundation Year at University of Salford?
75% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.