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Biochemistry MBiol (Hons)
Course Overview - Biochemistry MBiol (Hons)
Biochemistry is the study of molecular structures and interactions in living organisms. Biochemists seek to understand living organisms in terms of chemical reactions. If you have a natural curiosity for science and a proven understanding of biology and chemistry, coupled with a desire to learn how science can be exploited for the benefit of mankind, then you have a fascinating career ahead of you. Biochemists are in great demand by employers. This degree will provide you with the knowledge and skills that employers want in medical and agricultural research, the pharmaceutical and o...
Biochemistry is the study of molecular structures and interactions in living organisms. Biochemists seek to understand living organisms in terms of chemical reactions. If you have a natural curiosity for science and a proven understanding of biology and chemistry, coupled with a desire to learn how science can be exploited for the benefit of mankind, then you have a fascinating career ahead of you. Biochemists are in great demand by employers. This degree will provide you with the knowledge and skills that employers want in medical and agricultural research, the pharmaceutical and other biotechnology industries, as well as in education.<br/>This programme includes an Integrated Masters the first three years of the programme are identical to the BSc Biochemistry C700. The final year involves additional training in research, including a 60-credit project and the option of an external internship, or of completing the whole year as an external industrial placement
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
28/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C703
Institution Code
L41
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
Not Accepted
Access to HE Diploma
D:33,M:12
Pass relevant Access to HE Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits with 33 at Distinction and 12 at Merit. 15 Distinctions are required in each of Biology and Chemistry. GCSE Mathematics and English grade C/4 also required.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
32 points overall with no score less than 4 including 6 in Higher Level Biology and 5 in Higher Level Chemistry or pass the IB Diploma plus 6,5,5 in 3 HL subjects with 6 in Higher Level Biology and 5 in Higher Level Chemistry
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
D*DD
D*DD in Applied Science with a selection of preferred units in Biology and Chemistry, to include Distinction in Units 1 and 5 (Principles and Applications of Science I and II). For previous BTEC (QCF) qualification: D*DD in Applied Science with a selection of preferred units in Biology and Chemistry, with at least 120 Level 3 credits at Distinction. Please note alternative BTEC subjects are not acceptable for this programme. For Applied Science unit requirements please see: https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/courses/2023/biochemistry-bsc-hons#entry-requirements Please note alternative BTEC subjects are not acceptable for this programme.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H1,H2,H2,H2,H3,H3
H1, H2, H2, H2, H3, H3 including grade H2 in both of Higher Level Biology and Higher Level Chemistry.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE Mathematics and English at grade 4/C required. Applicants with equivalent qualifications or who do not meet these GCSE requirements will be considered on an individual basis according to their circumstances.
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,B,B
Including Biology and Chemistry.
Extended Project
A
Applicants with the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) are eligible for a reduction in grade requirements. For this course, the offer is BBB with A in the EPQ.
A level
A,B,B
Including Biology and Chemistry. General Studies A Level is not accepted. For applicants studying A levels with English exam boards: Where a science has been taken at A level (Chemistry, Biology, Geology or Physics), a pass in the Science practical of each subject will be required.
T Level
D
Health and Science (Science pathway) is accepted with an overall grade of Distinction to include B in the core.. Applicants should contact the Admissions Team / admissions tutor to discuss specific requirements in the Core components and the Occupational Specialism.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
B
B in the Welsh Baccalaureate, plus AB at A level to include Biology and Chemistry.
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