Biochemistry BSc (Hons)

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Biochemistry underpins the very nature of our existence and acquiring skills and knowledge of this subject will help you solve key biological problems. Our Biochemistry university degree is aimed at helping you understand the interconnectedness of chemistry, physics and biology by exploring a range of different topics. This includes protein – protein interactions, recognising how macromolecular structure is closely linked to biological function and how this is perturbed in disease. You will find this BSc biochemistry course has a unique blend of biochemistry related topics including genetics, microbiology, physiology and chemistry. You can also specialise in more focused areas including thermodynamics, molecular geometry as well as medical and industrial applications of biochemistry.

Entry Requirements

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• A level students are expected have studied at least two natural sciences at grade C or above, one of them must be chemistry while the accepted additional sciences include biology, maths and physics.

  BTEC students must achieve a DMM grade at an extended diploma in either medical or forensic science. The BTEC must contain at least 2 units of chemistry.

  We welcome international applicants and applications from students with a range of non-traditional educational or professional qualifications

  For more information on how to make an application, please visit our How to Apply page.

• Admission to the BSc Biochemistry with Foundation Year Programme is normally:

  • DEE at A Level or,
  • MPP at BTEC or,
  • Pass (D or E) at T Level

  In addition, you are expected to have studied a natural science subject (preferably Biology or Human Biology but Chemistry and Physics are also accepted) in an A Level at grade D, or equivalent qualification such as International Baccalaureate.

  However, we would also like to hear from you if you have professional or industry experience instead, a range of other qualifications or self-developed subject knowledge that relates to the course you wish to study.

• All International and EU students applying for a course with us must meet the following minimum English language requirements:

  • IELTS 6.0 (or equivalent) with a minimum of 5.5 in all bands for study at undergraduate level

  For information regarding English language requirements at the University, please see our IELTS page.

  If you are an International student and would like information on making an application, please see our How to Apply page.