Tackle contemporary issues in health, agriculture, and the environment. Delve into the intricacies of living organisms at the molecular level, spanning from viruses and bacteria to humans, plants, and other complex organisms. Utilise your expertise and skills to effect meaningful change. By learning from inspirational academics who are at the forefront of research, you'll acquire practical experience, scientific knowledge, and transferable skills that can help you achieve your academic and professional objectives. Accreditation This Biochemistry degree is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB).

International students can study the BSc (Hons) Biochemistry at University of Kent on the Canterbury campus in United Kingdom. This Bachelor degree is available as a Full Time program delivered on campus in English. The program has a duration of 3 years and is offered at the Canterbury campus. Students can apply for the next intake starting on September 1, 2026.
About BSc (Hons) Biochemistry
Requirements and Admission Criteria for BSc (Hons) Biochemistry at University of Kent
Entry Requirements
International students
If you are an international student, visit our International Student website for further information about entry requirements for your country, including details of the International Foundation Programmes. Please note that international fee-paying students who require a Student visa cannot undertake a part-time programme due to visa restrictions.
Please note that meeting the typical offer/minimum requirement does not guarantee that you will receive an offer.
English Language Requirements
This course requires a Good level of English language, equivalent to B2 on CEFR.
Details on how to meet this requirement can be found on our English language entry requirements web page.
Examples:
IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component
GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English Language
IB Standard Level Grade 5 or above in English A: Language and Literature
A Level Grade C or above in English Language or English Literature.
English Requirements
- PTEMin 62
- IELTSMin 6.5
- TOEFLMin 90
Career Opportunities after Completing BSc (Hons) Biochemistry
Your future
Graduate with an excellent grounding in scientific knowledge and extensive laboratory experience. During your studies, you’ll also develop key transferable skills in research, critical thinking, analytical abilities and problem solving.
Our dedicated Careers and Employability team are here to support you with a range of workshops to develop your skills and confidence at every stage of your degree. Plus there’s advice and support to prepare you for placements and life after you graduate from Kent.
Fee Information

United Kingdom, Canterbury