Biochemistry,BSc

Why study Biochemistry at Aberystwyth University?

• This degree will give you a solid foundation in the study of cellular, molecular and chemical biology.
• You will become familiar with the application of molecular techniques including DNA extraction, sequencing and analysis; gel electrophoresis for the separation and functional analysis of proteins; and biophysical characterisation of enzyme-catalysed reaction kinetics and thermodynamics.
• The University has extensive research and teaching labs equipped with the latest equipment, including bioimaging facilities, high-throughput DNA sequencing, proteomics, metabolomics and spectroscopic platforms.
• You can enhance your career prospects by studying this course with an integrated year in industry (C701).
• Our Biochemistry teaching staff are recognised as expert and innovative educators.

Other courses which may be of interest to you include MBiol Biochemistry (C709) and BSc Biochemistry with foundation year (C70F).

Our Staff

The majority of teaching staff in the Department of Life Sciences are qualified to PhD level and are research active. Vocational courses also have staff whose background lies within industry. The Department has a large number of research only staff with whom students may have contact.

UCAS Tariff 120 - 104

A Levels BBB-BCC with B in Chemistry

GCSE requirements (minimum grade C/4):
English or Welsh, Science and Mathematics

BTEC National Diploma:
DDD-DDM in a specified subject

International Baccalaureate:
30-28 with 5 points in Chemistry at Higher Level

European Baccalaureate:
75%-65% overall with 7 in Chemistry

English Language Requirements:
See our Undergraduate English Language Requirements for this course. Pre-sessional English Programmes are also available for students who do not meet our English Language Requirements.

Country Specific Entry Requirements:
International students whose qualification is not listed on this page, can check our Country Specific Entry Requirements for further information.

As a graduate of this degree, you will have developed the skill set needed to work safely and independently in both research and industrial laboratory environments. As such, you will be well prepared for careers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Many of our graduatesalso follow careers in education or pursue further studies at Masters or PhD level.

What will I get from my degree?

Employability is embedded in our teaching. We are linked closely with the Biochemical society, which is a great platform for students to network with others in their discipline.

Our students leave Aberystwyth University with skills including:

• research and data analysis skills
• enhanced mathematical and computational skills
• effective problem-solving and creative thinking skills
• a thorough grounding in information technology skills
• the ability to work independently
• time-management and organisational skills, including the ability to meet deadlines the ability to express ideas and communicate information in a clear and structured manner, in both written and oral form
• self-motivation and self-reliance
• team-working, with the ability to discuss concepts in groups, accommodating different ideas and reaching agreement.

What work experience opportunities exist whilst studying?

Find out about the various opportunities that our Careers Service offers. Enhance your employability prospects with our Year in Employment Scheme.