Human Biology (BSc, 4 years) 48 months Undergraduate Programme By University of Nicosia |TopUniversities
Programme Duration

48 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

11,520 EURTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Biological SciencesMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Degree Programme in Human Biology is an accredited interschool/interdepartmental, undergraduate Programme. It aims to provide students with the opportunity to receive an interdisciplinary perspective on the relationship between the biological, health and sociocultural aspects of humanity’s origin, development, function and prospects.


Aims


To provide interdisciplinary education in the molecular, cellular and whole body biological processes and mechanisms for the understanding of issues and concepts related to human life and to health and disease.


Objectives


  1. Introduce students to biological sciences and teach them how these are interrelated in understanding the human biological functions.
  2. Teach students how these functions are related to human evolution, behavior and culture.
  3. Help students analyze, discuss critically and relate biological issues to human health and diseases.
  4. Prepare students towards advanced academic studies and research in the biosciences, the biomedical fields and in medicine.
  5. Prepare students towards a career in the pharmaceutical, medical and biotechnology industries and in the education sector.
  6. Help students develop ethos and skills and attitudes required for lifelong learning.


Career Prospects


On successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to find employment at various sectors. Potential employment opportunities include: the Education sector (primary and secondary education); the Biomedical sector of public or private Clinical Diagnostic and/or Research Laboratories/Centers; the Pharmaceutical Industry and the Government and/or public/private Organizations/Institutions concerned with Public Health issues.


Access to Further Studies


Upon graduation, students may proceed directly to further postgraduate (MSc, MA, MRes, MPhil) studies for specialization in the various fields of the Biosciences/Biomedical Life and Health Sciences.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

The Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) Degree Programme in Human Biology is an accredited interschool/interdepartmental, undergraduate Programme. It aims to provide students with the opportunity to receive an interdisciplinary perspective on the relationship between the biological, health and sociocultural aspects of humanity’s origin, development, function and prospects.


Aims


To provide interdisciplinary education in the molecular, cellular and whole body biological processes and mechanisms for the understanding of issues and concepts related to human life and to health and disease.


Objectives


  1. Introduce students to biological sciences and teach them how these are interrelated in understanding the human biological functions.
  2. Teach students how these functions are related to human evolution, behavior and culture.
  3. Help students analyze, discuss critically and relate biological issues to human health and diseases.
  4. Prepare students towards advanced academic studies and research in the biosciences, the biomedical fields and in medicine.
  5. Prepare students towards a career in the pharmaceutical, medical and biotechnology industries and in the education sector.
  6. Help students develop ethos and skills and attitudes required for lifelong learning.


Career Prospects


On successful completion of the program, graduates will be able to find employment at various sectors. Potential employment opportunities include: the Education sector (primary and secondary education); the Biomedical sector of public or private Clinical Diagnostic and/or Research Laboratories/Centers; the Pharmaceutical Industry and the Government and/or public/private Organizations/Institutions concerned with Public Health issues.


Access to Further Studies


Upon graduation, students may proceed directly to further postgraduate (MSc, MA, MRes, MPhil) studies for specialization in the various fields of the Biosciences/Biomedical Life and Health Sciences.

Admission Requirements

6+
60+

Academic Admission


The minimum admission requirement to an undergraduate programme of study is a recognized High School Leaving Certificate (HSLC) or equivalent internationally recognized qualification(s). Students with a lower HSLC grade than 7.5/10 or 15/20 or equivalent depending on the grading system of the country issuing the HSLC are provided with extra academic guidance and monitoring during the first year of their studies.


English Language Proficiency


The list below provides the minimum English Language Requirements (ELR) for enrollment to the programme of study. Students who do not possess any of the qualifications or stipulated grades listed below and hold IELTS with 4.5 and above, are required to take UNIC’s NEPTON English Placement Test (with no charge) and will receive English Language support classes.


  • Anglia Examinations – Advanced and above
  • Cambridge GCE AS Level English Language – C and above
  • Cambridge GCE English A Levels – C and above
  • Cambridge IGCSE or GCSE English as a First language – C and above
  • Cambridge IGCSE or GCSE English as a Second language – B and above
  • IB English A: Literature SL & HL – 4 and above
  • IB English Standard Level (SL) – 5 and above
  • IB English High Level (HL) – 4 and above
  • Michigan Language Assessment (also known as Proficiency of Michigan) – 650 and above
  • Password Test – 6 and above
  • Cambridge Exams (First Certificate) – 160 and above or Pass
  • Cambridge Exams (Proficiency Certificate) – 180 and above or Pass

4 Years
Feb
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
11,520 EUR
International
11,520 EUR

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