BSc Human Biology

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University of Huddersfield

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• Objectives
  Human Biology offers the opportunity to study the structure and functions of your own body. It provides a sound education in modern biology and helps develop the personal skills necessary for a successful career in a variety of professions. It addresses such vital questions as 'How do genes determine the capabilities of individuals?' or 'To what extent do genes determine our nature?' In Year 2 you will consider the causative factors in human disease. Modules such as Physiological Control Mechanisms will provide an insight into the sophisticated and intricate workings of the normal healthy human. In the final year you will continue the themes of health and disease and choose two further modules, depending on your personal interests or career aspirations. A feature of the final year particularly enjoyed by students is a major supervised research project. The optional work placement year offers you the opportunity to work in hospitals, multinational companies or world famous research laboratories. Recent placements have included research work with Astra Zeneca, Pfizer, SmithKlineBeecham and Syngenta. Six Huddersfield biology students have contributed to the work of The Sanger Centre, Cambridge on the Human Genome Project.
• Entry requirements
  Entry Requirements Typical points score for entry 200 points. Specific requirements for this course are normally as follows: GCSE passes at grade C or above in Mathematics and English Language plus one of the following: At least one 6-unit award and at least two, 3-unit awards, one of which must be a science. BTEC awards with a Diploma or Certificate in Science. Advanced GNVQ with a merit in Science. Successful completion of the Science Foundation year at this university.
• Academic title
  BSc Human Biology
• Course description
  ourse Structure
  
  Year 1
  
  Structure and Function of the Human Body
  Cells and Genes
  Macromolecules and Metabolism
  Chemical and Physical Principles of Biology
  Study Skills for Biologists
  Quantitative Biology
  
  Year 2
  
  Molecular Genetics
  Physiological Control Mechanisms
  Food and Nutrition
  Case Study in Human Biology
  Epidemiology
  Option
  
  Year 3 Full-time
  
  Research Project (double module)
  Biology of Disease
  Applied Physiology
  Option 1
  Option 2

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