Psychology with Human Biology BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Psychology with Human Biology BSc (Hons)
Examine the biological roots of psychology and behaviour, integrating neuroscience, anatomy, and biochemistry. With hands-on learning, this British Psychological Society accredited degree equips you with transferable skills for careers in psychology, healthcare, and beyond.
Active learning
Learn as you practise, applying your knowledge in practical activities within our psychology experiential learning lab, and building experience from the start.
Real-world experience
Apply your skills and knowledge with an optional placeme...
Examine the biological roots of psychology and behaviour, integrating neuroscience, anatomy, and biochemistry. With hands-on learning, this British Psychological Society accredited degree equips you with transferable skills for careers in psychology, healthcare, and beyond.<br/><br/><strong>Active learning</strong><br/>Learn as you practise, applying your knowledge in practical activities within our psychology experiential learning lab, and building experience from the start.<br/><br/><strong>Real-world experience</strong><br/>Apply your skills and knowledge with an optional placement year, or take part in an international exchange year by studying abroad. This builds your confidence and broadens your experience.<br/><br/><strong>Understand health from all angles</strong><br/>Explore the mind-body connection and how biological systems like the brain, hormones, and genetics shape thoughts and behaviour.<br/><br/><strong>This course is for you if...</strong><br/>- youre interested in the biological basis of behaviour<br/><br/><br/>- you value hands-on learning to understand your subject<br/><br/><br/>- you want the opportunity to engage in research<br/><br/><br/>- you seek a versatile degree to acquire highly transferable skills. <br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
21/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C8C1
Institution Code
P60
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 4
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
112
From a minimum of two A-Levels, to include a C in Biology.
Scottish Higher
112 UCAS Tariff points including 2 Advanced Highers to include Biology.
Access to HE Diploma
Pass Access to HE Diploma with 33 Level 3 credits at Merit and/or Distinction to include 12 level 3 credits in Biology at Merit or above.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
28
Including Biology at Higher Level. English and Maths accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DMM
To include Biology units.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
112 UCAS Tariff points including Irish Highers to include Biology. English and Maths accepted within as GCSE equivalent.
Scottish Advanced Higher
112 UCAS Tariff points including 2 Advanced Highers to include Biology.
Extended Project
Considered in combination with other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination with other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination with other qualifications.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Considered in combination with other qualifications.
A level
112 points from a minimum of 2 A-levels Including C in Biology.
T Level
M
Must include Biology or Human Biology modules
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
C
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
C
This would be accepted in combination of other level 3 qualifications
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