BSc Human Life Sciences

The BSc degree in Life Sciences programme forms the basis of your training in a field that is physiology-oriented with the emphasis on the functioning of the body at different levels. The programme offers two streams, of which you choose one:

Biology
Biology with Psychology

Stream: Biology
Physiology, in combination with Biochemistry and Genetics, forms the broad disciplinary basis of this stream, where you study physiological systems and organs down to molecular level. Experimental and specific scientific skills are developed which open up career opportunities in experimental and applied physiology services in the private and public sectors and in the academic environment. This stream leads to an honours programme in Physiological Sciences and also, if applicable elective modules are taken, to honours programmes in Genetics, Biochemistry or Anatomy.

Stream: Biology with Psychology
In this stream, which is based on Physiology in combination with Psychology, you study the interaction between the psychological and physiological processes of human beings. You also acquire skills in laboratory and experimental techniques, the verification of physiological parameters and the evaluation of psychological functioning. This training opens career opportunities in the private and community sectors and in the academic environment. This stream leads to an honours programme in Psychology, Physiological Sciences or in Genetics.