Biochemistry with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons)

Available for Clearing 2025

Course Overview - Biochemistry with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons)

Biochemistry is crucial to the study and treatment of diseases, the development of pharmaceuticals, and the complex relationships with our environment. On this BSc programme, you will learn about the chemical processes that occur within living organisms and how cells work at the sub-cellular and molecular levels. You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of the biochemical function of living organisms, from bacteria to plants, animals, and humans.

You will develop excellent project management skills and learn how to design experiments and plan work programmes.

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Course Information

1 Clearing option available

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Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

4 Years

Start Date

22/09/2025

Campus

Singleton Park Campus

Course Address
Singleton Park
Swansea
SA2 8PP

Application Details

Course Code

C70A

Institution Code

S93

Points of Entry

Year 1

Entry Requirements

Scottish Higher

Scottish Advanced Higher at equivalent grade is accepted in place of any A-Level (A2).

Access to HE Diploma

D:24,M:15

Including Distinctions in ALL Biology and Chemistry modules.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

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To include Higher Level grades in Chemistry, plus at least one other science (usually Biology)

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

Typically Distinction to Double Distinction plus A Level Grade B in Chemistry

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

5 Higher subjects at min. H3 inc. Biology = H2 & Chemistry = H2

Extended Project

Extended Project: We recognise the EPQ as an excellent indicator of success. If you are predicted a Grade B or above in the EPQ, you will receive an offer with a one grade reduction, to include your EPQ with a grade B.

A level

A,A,B

B,C,C

Chemistry essential, plus at least one other science (usually Biology)

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)

Welsh Baccalaureate at equivalent grade is accepted in place of one A-Level (A2) (other than Chemistry or Biology).

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales

Swansea University accepts the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales as fully equivalent to x1 A-Level.

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