Biochemistry Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Biochemistry Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Biochemistry sits at the boundary between the physical and life sciences. It concerns the molecular basis of health and disease, contributing to the discovery of new medicines, the growth of biotechnology, and the feeding of a growing population.
You'll learn how knowledge of DNA sequences and appreciation of the structure and function of proteins are enabling us to better understand how living systems work, guiding the design of drugs to combat disease, and the engineering of biomolecules to enhance industrial processes. Adding a year in industry or a year abroad are optio...
Biochemistry sits at the boundary between the physical and life sciences. It concerns the molecular basis of health and disease, contributing to the discovery of new medicines, the growth of biotechnology, and the feeding of a growing population.
You'll learn how knowledge of DNA sequences and appreciation of the structure and function of proteins are enabling us to better understand how living systems work, guiding the design of drugs to combat disease, and the engineering of biomolecules to enhance industrial processes. Adding a year in industry or a year abroad are options with this course, so you can benefit from the advantages that a year away can bring.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-10-01
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
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Codes/info
Course Code
A30-H83
Institution Code
Y50
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
Essential Subjects: Chemistry at grade A and a second Science (or equivalent) are essential. We consider the following subjects as a second Science: Biology, Further Maths, Geology, Maths, Physical Education, Physics or Statistics. Information: Applicants taking Science A Levels that include a practical component will be required to pass.
T Level
We are currently not accepting T Levels for this course unless additional A Levels (or equivalent qualifications) in Chemistry and a second science or mathematics subject have been taken.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish Higher
Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.
Access to HE Diploma
offer-distinction: 36.0, offer-merit: 9.0
Pass Access to HE Diploma with 36 credits at Distinction and 9 at Merit or higher including Chemistry and a second Science-related units.
Scottish Advanced Higher
Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.
Extended Project
If you achieve B or higher in your EPQ, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A Level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
With 6 in Higher Level Chemistry plus either 5 in another Higher Level science or mathematics subject, or 5 in two Standard Level science or mathematics subjects.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A
B
We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in Chemistry at grade A and a second Science (or equivalent qualification) are essential. We consider BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science (2016 syllabus) with all 7 mandatory units plus all five Chemistry units: 10,13,14,18,19. We consider BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science (2010 syllabus), please contact us for information on the units we accept.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in Chemistry at grade A and a second Science (or equivalent qualification) are essential. We may also consider relevant units in your OCR Cambridge Technical as A Level Science equivalent.
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
Plus B at A Level. A Level in Chemistry at grade A and a second Science (or equivalent qualification) are essential. We may also consider relevant units in your CTEC Technical Diploma as Chemistry and a second science equivalent. Please contact us for information on the approved science CTEC subjects we accept.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate
Plus AB at A Level. A Level in Chemistry at grade A and a second Science (or equivalent qualification) are essential. We may also consider relevant units in your CTEC as A Level Science equivalent. Please contact us for information on the approved science CTEC subjects we accept.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Plus B at A Level. A Level in Chemistry at grade A and a second Science (or equivalent qualification) are essential. We may also consider relevant units in your BTEC National Diploma as Chemistry and a second science equivalent. Please contact us for information on the approved science BTEC subjects we accept.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Plus AB at A Level. A Level in Chemistry at grade A and a second Science (or equivalent qualification) are essential. We may also consider relevant units in your BTEC as A Level Science equivalent. Please contact us for information on the approved science BTEC subjects we accept.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Islands, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Republic of Ireland | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| EU, International | £33,500 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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