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Human Biology (with placement year) - BSc (Hons)
Loughborough University

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(4.5)

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Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Location

Loughborough University

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Study mode

Full Time

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Start date

Sep 2026

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Duration

4 Year

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Human Biology is the study of the structure and function of the human body, looking at how the human species evolved, how we change over our lifespan, adapt to stressors, and how our biology and culture influence disease risk.

Human biologists address questions such as: What is the body made of? How does the body work? What factors affect our growth? Why do people age differently? How does the body adapt to cope with challenges such as exercise, undernutrition or environmental extremes? How does our evolutionary past affect our current biology? Our Human Biology degree is taught by academics who are active researchers with renowned expertise covering human population biology, global health and human development, physical activity and public health, nutrition, human genetics, and the influence of diet, exercise and lifestyle on health. You'll be able to tailor your studies to suit your interests and career goals through a variety of optional modules, and complete a final year project of your choosing. You'll also have the option to undertake a year-long professional placement or study abroad as part of your degree, boosting your employability and allowing you to gain valuable real-world experience.

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WUSCA Student ranking
12th/91
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Complete University Guide ranking
8th
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Complete University Guide Biological Sciences ranking
14th
What students say
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Tuition fees
Student living
£9,535 per year
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Undergraduate accommodation fees - From £117 per week

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Andrea Stojanovic
Loughborough University
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Louis Scant
Loughborough University
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Nad Jumah
Loughborough University
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Neve Preston
Loughborough University
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Sophie Jacklin
Loughborough University

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CUG ranking 8th
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Loughborough University
Epinal WayLoughboroughLeicestershireLE11 3TUUnited Kingdom
Nearest train station:Loughborough 1.1 miles away
Nearest tube station:Chesham 48.3 miles away