Human Biology with Foundation Year (Hons) University of Derby

Overview

Studying the Human Biology with Foundation Year (Hons) programme offered at the University of Derby is your starting point for an exciting and worthwhile scientific career. You will achieve a highly regarded qualification in four years.

Key facts

• Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, this course demonstrates quality and sets a high professional standard
• Choose a course which is ideal if you are thinking of a career change or keen to build skills in a new subject
• Benefit from a foundation year which will give you a solid platform for success as you progress in your honours degree studies
• Prepare for a rewarding future in medical research, the NHS, health charities and biomedical industries – or any role where you can truly make a difference to people’s health and wellbeing
• Develop high level skills in bioscience, an in-depth understanding of infectious and genetic diseases, and fascinating insights into how our lifestyle choices affect our health
• Seize the chance to go on work placement, undertake an internship or assist with the University’s human health research – all opportunities which are offered on a competitive basis
• Tailor your degree from our selection of modules to support your own interests and career ambitions

Careers

Studying the Human Biology with Foundation Year (Hons) degree from University of Derby equips you with highly relevant and up-to-date skills that are important for careers in the NHS, health charities, medical research and biomedical industries, in roles such as:

• Research/Laboratory Assistant, Technician or Associate
• NHS Clinical Scientist​
• Medical Professional​
• Physiotherapist/Sports Trainer Performance Counselling
• Pharmaceutical/Medical Sales
• Lecturer​/Teacher
• Scientific Writer​
• Scientific/Non-Scientific Consultancy
• Public Health Service​
• Clinical Trials Co-ordinator 
• Human Resources
• Food Technology
• Biosafety
• Health Charities
• Marketing