Biomedical, Human and Behavioural Sciences (St Luke's & Streatham campuses, Exeter)
If you’re fascinated by the human body, the brain, and what shapes our health and behaviour, this subject strand offers an exciting introduction to subjects such as Biomedical Sciences, Neuroscience, Psychology, and Sport and Health Sciences. You’ll explore how the body works, how the brain influences behaviour, and how research can help us understand and improve human health and wellbeing.
Across the strand, you’ll have the opportunity to explore a range of topics and approaches through subject tasters and practical activities. In Biomedical Sciences, you may investigate the science behind health and disease, while Neuroscience explores the biological processes that underpin the brain and nervous system. Psychology will introduce you to the study of human behaviour and cognition, while Sport and Health Sciences explores the science of exercise, performance and health. Together, these subjects demonstrate how different areas of science can work together to understand the human body and mind.
By studying across these interconnected areas, you will develop your scientific knowledge, critical thinking, practical and research skills, while gaining an insight into the diverse degree and career opportunities available in health, science, research and beyond. Whether you’re interested in understanding disease, exploring the brain and behaviour, or discovering how exercise and health are connected, this strand will give you the opportunity to explore where your interests could take you.
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Activity locations
All subject activity sessions will take place on both the University of Exeter St Luke's campus and the Streatham campus.
There will be six sessions taught by academic staff from the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, in which you will have the opportunity to engage in taster sessions in Biomedical Sciences, Neuroscience, Psychology, Sport and Health Science and Sport Business. These sessions offer a unique opportunity to explore the human mind and body from multiple perspectives, combining theory with practical learning experiences. This strand encourages exploration of diverse research areas, practical engagement and insight into potential degree pathway and career opportunities. Sessions will take place at both the St Luke's Campus and the Streatham Campus in Exeter - you will be informed in advance which campus your specific session will take place.
Priority will be given to students studying one or more of the following subjects at A Level or the equivalent qualification:
Biology and one other science subject.
In order to pass the programme, you must attend a minimum of 5 out of 6 subject activity sessions, as well as the Exeter Scholars Student Conference.