Biochemistry (Including Placement Year) Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Biochemistry (Including Placement Year) Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
### What is the BSc (Hons) Biochemistry?
The BSc (Hons) Biochemistry is a three-year degree, extendable to four with an optional year in placement or abroad.
You’ll secure a strong understanding of biochemistry and biomolecules through computational approaches and bioinformatics.
### Why this course
The BSc (Hons) Biochemistry lets you explore molecular enzymology, neurodegeneration, structural biology and bioenergetics. You can also expand your study into biomedical science, biotechnology and bio...
### What is the BSc (Hons) Biochemistry?
The BSc (Hons) Biochemistry is a three-year degree, extendable to four with an optional year in placement or abroad.
You’ll secure a strong understanding of biochemistry and biomolecules through computational approaches and bioinformatics.
### Why this course
The BSc (Hons) Biochemistry lets you explore molecular enzymology, neurodegeneration, structural biology and bioenergetics. You can also expand your study into biomedical science, biotechnology and bioinformatics.
Add a placement year or study abroad to put your learning into practice, expand your perspective and build confidence in professional or international settings. Previous students have placed with GlaxoSmithKline (GSK), Proctor & Gamble (P&G), AquaTerra, AstraZeneca, Genzyme, Reckitt Benckiser, Thermo Fisher and Isogenica – some of our 40 partner labs.
You’ll graduate on the path to a career in biomedical science, biotechnology and other specialisms of biological sciences.
### Who should apply
* Future biochemists and biochemistry researchers
* Those wanting to further our modern understanding of the complex cellular and molecular world
* Practical learners wanting hands-on experience
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2027-10-01
Campus
Colchester Campus
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A32-E08
Institution Code
E70
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
To include Biology or Chemistry (or acceptable equivalent) at grade B. Offers will be made from a minimum of the equivalent of 2 full A-levels. We accept A Levels, BTECs, Access to HE Diploma, International Baccalaureate, T Levels, AAQs and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff. Whilst International A-levels and BTECs aren't on the tariff calculator, we assign them the same tariff points as their UK counterparts. GCSE Maths C/4 is also required.
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