
Biochemistry BSc (Hons)
Available for Clearing 2025
Course Overview - Biochemistry BSc (Hons)
Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.
Course Summary:
• Study life at cellular, molecular and chemical levels
• Combine biological and chemical modules, ranging from Cellular and Molecular Biochemistry to Medical Chemistry and Drug Synthesis.
• Tailor your degree structure to your interests and career ambitions.
• Learn how the latest scientific innovations are being used to have a positive impact on the world.
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<strong>Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information.</strong><br/><br/><strong>Course Summary:</strong><br/><br/><br/>• Study life at cellular, molecular and chemical levels <br/><br/><br/><br/>• Combine biological and chemical modules, ranging from Cellular and Molecular Biochemistry to Medical Chemistry and Drug Synthesis.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Tailor your degree structure to your interests and career ambitions.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Learn how the latest scientific innovations are being used to have a positive impact on the world.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Work with our expert staff to complete your own cutting-edge research projects in our award-winning labs using industry standard equipment.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Take an optional placement year, enabling you to gather priceless hands-on experience in an industrial setting.<br/><br/><br/><br/>Our BSc Biochemistry course provides a theoretical and practical knowledge of biochemistry. As well as the option to take a year-long placement, you can adapt the degree to your career ambitions – choosing a biological or chemical focus. You can also transfer to the MSci route for a specialist year of research-intensive study.<br/><br/><strong>How you learn</strong><br/><br/>All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.<br/><br/>You’ll be taught by active researchers and scientific experts with a history of working in the pharmaceutical industry. We encourage a hands-on approach, with your learning linked to departmental research themes to make sure you’re learning at the forefront of science.<br/><br/>You’ll also have opportunities to undertake research projects at the end of each year, culminating in a final year 6-week project. This could be a lab-based biochemical or chemistry project, or focus on bioinformatics, big data, computational modelling, systematic reviews, educational development or scientific communication. <br/><br/>You learn through:<br/><br/><br/>• In-person seminars and lectures<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Independent study<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Tutorials and academic adviser sessions<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Practical lab experience with industry-standard equipment<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Placements and research opportunities<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Real-life research projects <br/><br/><br/><br/>• The latest scientific software and data analysis tools<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Problem-solving and group activities <br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Key themes</strong><br/><br/>In your first year, you’ll learn fundamental life sciences before moving onto applied modules such as biochemistry and genetics, using the latest technologies including PCR, genome sequencing, and bioinformatics software. You’ll be trained in organic and physical chemistry and analytical techniques.<br/><br/>In your second year, you’ll study molecular and cellular biochemistry – training in the latest analytical and bioanalytical technologies and undertaking a laboratory project. You’ll get to choose a more chemical or biological focus too.<br/><br/>In your third year, you’ll study applied biochemistry and advanced analytical techniques, with elective choices such as advanced therapeutics and personalised medicine, medical chemistry and drug discovery, neuroscience and neurophysiology, and genetics. You’ll also work with staff to complete an independent research project.<br/><br/><strong>Course support</strong><br/><br/>Throughout your learning journey, you’ll experience a range of dedicated support, such as:<br/><br/><br/>• Access to specialist support services to help with your personal, academic and career development.<br/><br/><br/><br/>• Access to our Skills Centre with one to ones, webinars and online resources to help you to plan and structure your assignments.<br/><br/><br/><br/><strong>Work placements</strong><br/><br/>You’ll have the opportunity to complete a year-long placement between your second and third year. This gives you valuable work experience to prepare you for your future career and allows you to graduate with an Applied Professional Diploma to add to your CV.<br/><br/><strong>Live projects</strong><br/><br/>You could also return to your placement host and undertake a real-world research project in their labs.
Why Choose Sheffield Hallam University During Clearing?
Do you want to be part of a friendly, inclusive student community?
Sheffield Hallam's commitment to equal opportunities has seen them ranked 5th best university in the world for their impact on reducing inequality (Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024). That means friendly staff and access to specialist academic study, wellbeing and career support services.
They have gold-standard teaching across all colleges (Teaching Excellence Framework 2023) and each course has real-world learning opportunities to get you career ready.
All courses offer placem...
Do you want to be part of a friendly, inclusive student community? <br/><br/>Sheffield Hallam's commitment to equal opportunities has seen them ranked 5th best university in the world for their impact on reducing inequality (Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024). That means friendly staff and access to specialist academic study, wellbeing and career support services.<br/><br/>They have gold-standard teaching across all colleges (Teaching Excellence Framework 2023) and each course has real-world learning opportunities to get you career ready.<br/><br/>All courses offer placement opportunities; computer scientists could work with brands like IBM, lawyers with DLA Piper, engineers with Rolls-Royce and business students with major companies like Disney and Adidas. <br/><br/>You'll also be studying in one of the UK’s top student cities – Bringing you exciting nightlife, delicious food and the stunning Peak District all on your doorstep!<br/><br/>Call today!
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Apply for Clearing 2025
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C700
Institution Code
S21
Points of Entry
Year 1
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 | |
EU, International | £17,155 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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