Physiology examines how humans and other animals do the following:
* function
* grow
* reproduce
This discipline studies how:
* cells respond to changes in their environment
* cell functions are integrated in tissues, organs and living organisms
The understanding of fundamental physiological principles is central to our ability to identify potential therapeutic targets for the treatment of diseases. It links closely with other subject areas, including pharmacology and reproductive b...
Physiology examines how humans and other animals do the following: <br/><br/><br/>* function <br/><br/><br/>* grow<br/><br/><br/>* reproduce <br/><br/><br/>This discipline studies how:<br/><br/><br/>* cells respond to changes in their environment <br/><br/><br/>* cell functions are integrated in tissues, organs and living organisms<br/><br/><br/>The understanding of fundamental physiological principles is central to our ability to identify potential therapeutic targets for the treatment of diseases. It links closely with other subject areas, including pharmacology and reproductive biology. <br/><br/>Physiology explores how information is sent from one cell to another through chemical or electrical signals and the integrated function of body systems that, for example, control: <br/><br/><br/>* nutrition <br/><br/><br/>* movement <br/><br/><br/>* respiration <br/><br/><br/>* reproduction<br/>
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
08/09/2025
Campus
Central area campus
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
B120
Institution Code
E56
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
A levelA,A,B AAB in one year. These grades should be achieved in one year. Required subjects: A levels: Biology and Chemistry at B. Mathematics or Physics is recommended. GCSEs: Mathematics at B or 6 and English at C or 4. Scottish HigherA,A,B,B AABB (achievement by end of S5 preferred). BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S6. Required subjects: Highers: Biology and Chemistry at B. Higher Mathematics or Physics and Advanced Higher Biology and Chemistry are recommended. National 5s: Mathematics at B and English at C. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme34 34 points with 655 at HL. Required subjects: HL: Biology and Chemistry, one at 5 and one at 6. Mathematics or Physics is recommended. SL: English at 5 and Mathematics: Analysis and approaches or Mathematics: Applications and interpretation at 5. If Mathematics and English Language do not form part of your IB diploma we will also accept GCSE Mathematics, or equivalent, at B/6 and GCSE English Language or equivalent at C/4. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
Scotland | £1,820 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £36,800 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |