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**Why study Human Sciences at Birmingham?**
**In your Masters year** youll dive deep into research, dedicating two-thirds of your...
Discover what it truly means to be human. This course dives deep into our biology, psychology, and behaviours, exploring our shared responsibility as the only species capable of safeguarding or endangering our planet and its ecosystems. This course will transform your approach to global challenges. Youll gain the skills and mindset to tackle complex issues with confidence, uniting innovation and human insight to drive real-world impact.<br/><br/>**Why study Human Sciences at Birmingham?**<br/><br/>**In your Masters year** youll dive deep into research, dedicating two-thirds of your effort to an exciting, self-negotiated project that spans both semesters. Join dynamic research groups, enhance your skills, and contribute to cutting-edge studies while honing your scientific communication in compulsory modules that prepare you for impactful careers!<br/><br/>**Entrepreneurial training:** Gain entrepreneurial skills with final-year modules, empowering you to launch your own start-up or innovative project.<br/>vibrant interdisciplinary structure: Seamlessly integrating genetics, psychology, sociology, and more to examine humanitys role in shaping ecosystems. alongside the flexibility to tailor your learning experience to your interests, ensuring that every student finds their passion while gaining a comprehensive understanding of the human condition and its global implications.<br/><br/>**Exciting field opportunities:** Join an optional field trip to Norway, studying glacial ecosystems and their vulnerability to human impact.<br/><br/>**Join BioSoc:** Connect with fellow Biosciences students through team sports, events, and specialist career conferences.<br/><br/>**Outstanding employability prospects:** Prepare for dynamic careers in global organizations, start-ups, NGOs, government, and more, addressing urgent global needs.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
29/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
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Course Code
BCL1
Institution Code
B32
Points of Entry
Year 1
Access to HE (Science) with sufficient Biology and Chemistry content is considered. Contact Admissions Team for details.
32
6, 6, 6 in Higher Level subjects plus 32 points overall. Higher Level subjects need to include the required subjects as defined for the A level qualification.
BTEC National Extended Diploma D*D*D* in Applied Science or Applied Human Biology BTEC Level 3 National Diploma D*D* in Applied Science or Applied Human Biology and A Level grade A from the accepted science list. BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate D* in Applied Science, Applied Human Biology, or Applied Psychology and 2 A Levels at grades AA, with one A Level from the accepted science list.
Minimum of five GCSEs to include Mathematics, English and double award science at grade 4/C.
A,A,A
To include 1 Science subject from: Biology/Human Biology, Geography, Geology, Psychology, Chemistry, Mathematics (or Further Mathematics or Statistics), Physics, Economics, PE/Sports Studies. Specified subjects excluded for entry: General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies, Applied Science, Communication and Culture, Critical Studies, Global Perspectives, Science in Society and World Development.
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