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**Our Human Biosciences BSc (Hons) course looks to enhance your understanding of how the human body functions in health and disease at the tissue, cell and molecular level.**
You will study topics at the forefront of scientific discovery such as genomics, neurophysiology, and communicable and non-communicable diseases.
Human biosciences embraces some of the most rapidly changing and dynamic areas of modern science and has been responsible for an array of ground-breaking scientific discoveries in human health and disease. Over 1.2 million people work in primary scie...
**Our Human Biosciences BSc (Hons) course looks to enhance your understanding of how the human body functions in health and disease at the tissue, cell and molecular level.**<br/><br/>You will study topics at the forefront of scientific discovery such as genomics, neurophysiology, and communicable and non-communicable diseases.<br/><br/>Human biosciences embraces some of the most rapidly changing and dynamic areas of modern science and has been responsible for an array of ground-breaking scientific discoveries in human health and disease. Over 1.2 million people work in primary science-based roles in the UK, with the boundaries between biosciences, chemical sciences and physical sciences becoming increasingly blurred.<br/><br/><br/>- This course aims to equip you to assess and understand new scientific developments and to communicate effectively to diverse audiences, to encourage dialogue between the public, academics and policy makers to advance progress towards a healthier future for us all. <br/><br/><br/>- It aims to enhance your understanding of how the human body functions in health and disease at the tissue, cell and molecular level, throughout the lifespan. We place great emphasis on the acquisition of broad human biosciences knowledge and practical expertise, which is most likely to be useful in your future career related to human biosciences.<br/><br/><br/>- Laboratory sessions form a substantial component of your learning experience, providing you with the opportunities to learn key experimental techniques and develop the essential experimental, data handling and reporting skills required in biological and other careers. <br/><br/><br/>**Key Course Benefits**<br/>- Well-equipped suite of analytical and biological laboratories where you can gain hands-on experience using industry-standard techniques<br/><br/><br/>- You will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience of a wide range of laboratory techniques such as gene amplification using PCR, gene sequencing, cell culture, flow cytometry, tissue staining, protein detection and bacterial growth, in modern, well-equipped laboratories*.<br/><br/><br/>- We offer research-inspired teaching with input from experts in our university research centres, which focus on the themes of cellular and molecular biosciences; biological systems, health and disease; and physical activity, exercise and obesity. <br/><br/><br/>- Support applying for placements in laboratory and industrial settings to gain crucial real-world experience*.<br/><br/><br/>- You will have the opportunity to undertake challenging lab and non-lab based independent research projects, dealing with important life science research questions, which in the past have tackled, for example, the antimicrobial activity of essential oils, cinnamon and ginger against drug-resistant clinical pathogens or the effect of sleep deprivation on physiological and mental health in healthy young adults. <br/><br/><br/>*For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website.
Studying at Coventry’s city centre campus will give you everything you need. There is a range of affordable accommodation options in their university-owned hall of residence, which are situated less than a 10-minute walk away!
Coventry also offer their students a unique programme, Phoenix+. This scheme gives you opportunities to enhance your skills and experiences so you can confidently step out into the world as a graduate. You’ll be equipped with employability skills and career development advice from day one to graduation and beyond.
Coventry’s Talent Team can a...
Studying at Coventry’s city centre campus will give you everything you need. There is a range of affordable accommodation options in their university-owned hall of residence, which are situated less than a 10-minute walk away!<br/><br/>Coventry also offer their students a unique programme, Phoenix+. This scheme gives you opportunities to enhance your skills and experiences so you can confidently step out into the world as a graduate. You’ll be equipped with employability skills and career development advice from day one to graduation and beyond.<br/><br/>Coventry’s Talent Team can also help you prepare for your career with everything from CV writing to securing an internship. You’ll also have access to a Success Coach who will work with you to build a personal success plan and ensure you make the most out of your university experience.<br/><br/>Get in touch today to find out more about the campus and where you’ll study!
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
20/01/2025
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C110
Institution Code
C85
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS Tariff120 [1] 4 qualifications for tariff points allowed (excluding General studies) [2] Must include 32 points or above in a Biological or Chemical Science based subject [3] May also include AS level and EPQ Scottish HigherAccess to HE DiplomaThe Access to HE Diploma to include 30 Level 3 credits above Merit of which 15 must be at Distinction in Biology units. Plus GCSE English and Mathematics at grade 4 / C or above. International Baccalaureate Diploma ProgrammePearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)GCSE/National 4/National 55 GCSEs at grade 4 / C or above to include English, Mathematics and two Sciences. A level |
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