Biochemistry & Genetics with Foundation Year

The course emphasises the development of practical and employment-relevant skills in our newly opened, state-of-the-art laboratories.

During the foundation year, you'll learn essential study skills that you'll need as you progress through the degree.

You’ll learn how to apply a theoretical scientific knowledge base to real-world problems that are crucial to our sustainable future. This will involve in-depth study of topics such as protein structure and function, enzymology, metabolism, molecular biological techniques as well as plant, animal and human genetics.

You will gain the skills and confidence to complete a major research project in your final year, where you can independently work in an area of your interest and evidence your ability to tackle new problems for potential employers.

To support you throughout this exciting and challenging degree, you'll receive expert teaching that is informed by research and involves you in the research of a diverse and multi-disciplinary team of experienced academics.

You will also have the opportunity to complete a placement module, where you'll work in a commercial environment and learn new skills to enhance your CV and help you stand out as a skilled and experienced graduate.

Industry Links

The Life Sciences Industry Liaison Lab at Discovery Park in Sandwich, Kent was launched in March 2016. Discovery Park is a fabulous site with well over 100 companies now based there, many of which are active in the science sector.

The biotechnology sector is developing rapidly, offering you many exciting career opportunities, especially within biomedical and pharmaceutical companies. This course encompasses the study of the genetics, biochemistry and the molecular biology of organisms.   

Direct to CCCU: 
Students from Jordan will be expected to complete IFC or IFY pathways before joining UG programmes at CCCU

All applicants for undergraduate programmes will need a minimum English level of IELTS or equivalent 6.0 overall, with no less than 6.0 in writing and no less than 5.5 in all other bands. Some programmes require 6.5/7.0 – please contact the International Office if you are unsure of your course requirement.

For postgraduate entry all applicants will need a minimum of IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in writing and no less than 5.5 in all other bands or equivalent. Some courses have a higher requirement – please contact the International Office if you are unsure of your course requirement.

For International Foundation entry all applicants will need a minimum of IELTS 5.0 or equivalent, with no less than 5.0 in writing and no less than 4.0 in all other bands.

If you have taken an IGCSE exam in English and have a Grade C, this will also usually be acceptable for most undergraduate courses.

We are also able to consider some non-UK English qualifications for entry. The International Admissions Team will advise if they are able to accept your English language qualification once you have applied.

You can use your training to pursue a range of career opportunities, including academic or industrial research, project management, scientific communication or employment in the biotech sector. Alternatively, you have the option to take on further study through taught or research-based postgraduate training, including MSc by Research or MPhil/PhD.