Human Biology is the integrated study of human anatomy and physiology, including the study of the body in health and disease. It covers a wide range of topics, ranging from investigating microorganisms and the role they play in disease, to immunology and the role the human immune system plays in protecting us from these microorganisms. Students also learn about ever-changing subjects such as genetics, evolutionary biology and pharmacology. The Human Biology degree at Queen's is underpinned by the core disciplines of Anatomy, Microanatomy and Physiology (the study of the function of the human body). In addition, it provides a solid foundation in Mammalian Biochemistry, Genetics, Molecular Biology, and Microbiology. The degree is designed to allow a greater degree of flexibility in the choice of modules, in comparison to the degree in Biomedical Sciences. Specialist subject areas which can be studied in detail include Pharmacology, Topographical Anatomy, Exercise and Applied Physiology, Developmental Studies and Science Teaching. Within these subject areas we provide a range of learning experiences.
A Level: {'start': ['A', 'B', 'B', None], 'end': ['A', 'A', 'B', None]} | Two Science subjects required at A-level to include Biology or Chemistry (preferably both). Acceptable second Science subjects: Computer Science, ICT, Environmental Science, Environmental Technology, Geography, Geology, Home Economics, Mathematics, Nutrition & Food Science, Physics, Physical Education, Psychology, Technology & Design. Other subjects considered on an individual basis. A-level General Studies and Critical Thinking are normally excluded from offers. However, the grade achieved may be taken into account when results are published in August and may be used in a tie-break situation. | Access to HE Diploma | Access to HE Diploma | Access to HE Diploma | Access Course must contain sufficient relevant modules in Biology and Chemistry. Contact the Admissions and Access Service (admissions@qub.ac.uk) for advice. | Scottish Advanced Higher: {'start': ['A', 'B', 'B', None], 'end': ['A', 'A', 'B', None]} | Two Science subjects required at Advanced Higher to include Biology or Chemistry (preferably both) - see list under A-level. Offers are normally made on the basis of a combination of Scottish Highers and Advanced Highers. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme | 34 points required for Biology or Chemistry with another Science (with 6 in Biol/Chem at HL),6,5 Successful completion of IB Diploma with 33 points overall including 6 (Biology or Chemistry),5,5 at Higher Level if both Biology and Chemistry offered | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) | BTEC RQF National Extended Diploma in Applied Science (Biomedical Science route only) Successful completion of National Extended Diploma (1080 Level 3 GLH) with overall grade D*DD. Applicants must have Distinction grade in Science Investigation Skills Physiology of Human Body Systems Biological Molecules & Metabolic Pathways Biomedical Science | Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017): H2H3H3H3H3 | To include H2 and H3 (in any order) in Biology and Chemistry If not offered at Higher Level then Ordinary Level grade O4 in Mathematics.
The tuition fees quoted above are the 2026/27 fees and will be updated when the new fees are known. In addition, all tuition fees will be subject to an annual inflationary increase in each year of the course. Fees quoted relate to a single year of study unless explicitly stated otherwise. Further information on Fees and Funding can be found at: https://www.qub.ac.uk/Study/Feesandfinance/. — QUB Fees for 2027/28 Entry (Lab based)
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