BSc (Hons) Human Biosciences*

112 UCAS points 

Desired subjects: A Level Biology or Chemistry/BTEC Applied Science or Biomedical Sciences.

Apply and integrate a coherent and detailed knowledge of Human Bioscience subjects to evaluate complex scientific research.

Critically analyse the underpinning causes of a range of human diseases, and the contemporary technologies being developed to prevent, diagnose, and treat them.

Select and apply laboratory methods in Human Biosciences to generate and report experimental data, in the context of professional practice.

Select, justify, and apply a range of qualitative and quantitative methods to analyse, interpret and report the results of laboratory tests.

Apply a coherent and detailed knowledge of good laboratory practice and quality assurance to make judgements on the reliability of laboratory test data.

Develop and investigate original research questions using qualitative and quantitative methods, considering any safety, ethical and regulatory concerns.

Select and critically evaluate information from data and current scientific literature, including journals, to develop and sustain a coherent argument.

Apply a range of professional transferable skills required for graduate employment (e.g. communication, numerical, problem solving, critical analysis, resilience, team working, leadership, networking, digital ICT skills etc.)

Communicate complex scientific information effectively to a range of audiences in written and oral formats in an accurate and clear manner following scientific conventions.

Use evidence to evaluate personal and professional development in the context of Human Biosciences and engage in continuing professional development.

Potential careers include medical laboratory assistants, conducting clinical trials for drug companies, research assistants and research technicians, marketing assistants and medical and scientific sales representatives. Or postgraduate study to obtain MSc, MRes, Physician Associate/Assistant and PhD qualifications.