• Biochemistry is the scientific study of the chemistry of living cells, tissues, organs and organisms.
• On this degree programme you will study how biochemistry affects our lives, from the discovey of new drugs and the design of new medical treatments , to the industrialisation of laboratory processes.
• Our links with industry provide you with fantastic opportunities to gain valuable experience in the biosciences industry during the placement year.

Entry requirements

260 UCAS points to include 2 Science A levels one must be Chemistry (other subjects accepted as a science: Psychology, Physics, Maths & Geography) GCSE English Language, Maths & Double Science (or 2 single sciences) at Grade C or above.

BTEC Nationals (NQF/QCF) in Applied Science at DMM to include 6 Chemistry related units at Merit or above. GCSE English Language, Maths & Double Science (or 2 single sciences) at Grade C or above.

Successful completion of Access to HE with a Merit profile in 45 credits at Level 3. 12 Credits of which must be in Chemistry-titled modules with a minimum of Merit grades (Other science related access courses will require evaluation to check the scientific content).

If English is not your first language you need to have a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or TOEFL 550 (213 CBT)

We are pleased to accept all qualifications included in the UCAS tariff points system (e.g. International Baccalaureate, key skills). More information about our entry requirements.

Study routes

• No study routes available

Location(s)

• College Lane Campus
• de Havilland campus

Professional accreditation

Eligible for Associate Membership of the Royal Society of Chemistry on graduation. All biological graduates are eligible for graduate membership of the Institute of Biology.