Our BSc (Hons) Human Biology and Infectious Diseases focuses on human biology and the pathology, transmission and epidemiology of infectious diseases affecting humans and animals.

Unique course content

This is one of the few courses available outside of medicine that combines aspects of human physiology, immunology and infectious diseases. You will gain a systematic understanding of the key aspects of human biology and infectious diseases, within a supportive environment. In addition to studying a core biology curriculum, you will study specialist modules such as Pathophysiology and Veterinary and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases.

Hands-on learning

This course has a strong practical focus, allowing you to develop the lab skills needed for a career in medical laboratory research in a wide range of industry sectors. 

This degree is ideal for careers in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, food & public health industries, health care, scientific innovation & sales, teaching in further and higher education and scientific communication. Many of our graduates have been employed by large organisations such as Cancer Research UK and AstraZeneca, both in the UK and internationally. Others have continued on to postgraduate study, either taught science Masters courses, research degrees or teaching qualifications,  We have dedicated support schemes which aim to facilitate progression to research-based careers.

A degree in human biology and infectious diseases also aligns incredibly well to post-graduate entry medicine and dentistry. In recent years, our dedicated graduate entry medical school scheme has helped many of our graduates enter medical school by providing focused mentoring and support from their first year.