Biochemistry Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Biochemistry Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
At Aberystwyth University, the Biochemistry degree places special emphasis on the practical skills required by employers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. During your studies, you will explore the techniques that have revolutionised the study of cell biology, biological chemistry, metabolism and molecular genetics, through expert tuition in scientific protocol and hands-on lab work. You will also work on tasks designed to emulate the requirements of professional practice in biochemistry.
You will examine the structure and functions of the molecules that ma...
At Aberystwyth University, the Biochemistry degree places special emphasis on the practical skills required by employers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. During your studies, you will explore the techniques that have revolutionised the study of cell biology, biological chemistry, metabolism and molecular genetics, through expert tuition in scientific protocol and hands-on lab work. You will also work on tasks designed to emulate the requirements of professional practice in biochemistry.
You will examine the structure and functions of the molecules that make up a cell and understand the way in which they interact in living processes. Our lecturers are active researchers, with first-hand experience of drug discovery, the investigation of diagnostic techniques, active synthesis of compounds and more.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-09-27
Campus
Main Site (Aberystwyth)
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A72-G91
Institution Code
A40
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
GCSE/National 4/National 5
A minimum grade C or grade 4 pass in GCSE (or equivalent) English or Welsh, Mathematics and Science.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Accepted in lieu of one A-Level, excluding any specified subjects.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
Accepted in lieu of one A-Level, excluding any specified subjects.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland, Wales, England, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands, Scotland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £23,255 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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