BSc Human Biology with Foundation Year
About this course
BSc (Hons) Human Biology with Foundation Year is a four-year undergraduate science degree incorporating a compulsory foundation year and a compulsory placement year. Core topics include Data Analysis, Mathematical Modelling, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The first year builds fundamental study skills and scientific knowledge through compulsory modules such as Applied Health Professions, Introduction to Applied Science, Laboratory Practice, Mathematics: Essential Skills for Scientific Study, Personalised Learning, and Study Skills for Success. The second year expands into core biological concepts via Cell and Microbiology, Essential Skills for Bioscientists, Fundamentals of Chemistry, Fundamentals of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Genetics and Disease, and Human Anatomy and Physiology. The third year advances into bioinformatics, pharmacology, infection and immunity, and genetics through Bioinformatics and Systems Biology, Fundamentals of Pharmacology, Research, Development and Leadership, Infection and Immunity, Genetics and Evolution, and Proteins and Enzymes. The final year covers specialized bioscience topics and independent research through the Final Year Research Project, Population Genetics and Genomics, Reproductive and Developmental Biology, Endocrinology and Nutrition, and Pathophysiology.
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Entry requirements
72 UCAS points required from level 3 qualifications. These can be from any of the following but must include a science subject: A-Level International Baccalaureate BTEC Extended Diploma BTEC Diploma Access Course You also need GCSE English and Maths (grade 9 – 4 / A* - C) or Level 2 equivalents.
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What students say
Based on about 18 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 78%
- Assessment and feedback: 78%
- Academic support: 89%
- Organisation and management: 74%
- Learning resources: 95%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 90%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Gold for student experience, Bronze for student outcomes.
Modules
- Applied Health Professions
- Introduction to Applied Science
- Laboratory Practice
- Mathematics: Essential Skills for Scientific Study
- Personalised Learning
- Study Skills for Success
- Cell and Microbiology
- Essential Skills for Bioscientists
- Fundamentals of Chemistry
- Fundamentals of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Genetics and Disease
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Bioinformatics and Systems Biology
- Fundamentals of Pharmacology
- Research, Development and Leadership
- Infection and Immunity
- Genetics and Evolution
- Proteins and Enzymes
- Final Year Research Project
- Population Genetics and Genomics
- Reproductive and Developmental Biology
- Endocrinology and Nutrition
- Pathophysiology
Questions about this course
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Human Biology with Foundation Year at University of West London?
88% 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 with Foundation Year at University of West London?
The average entrant had 102 UCAS points.
Does BSc Human Biology with Foundation Year at University of West London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Human Biology with Foundation Year at University of West London?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.