Molecular biology, genetic engineering and biotechnology play a large factor in this degree. You will learn how to combine the growing fields of biochemistry and genetics which could lead to the development of such revolutionary medical procedures such as personalised medicine based on your genes.
Improve your skills in the lab with practical experience from year one. You will be trained by tutors who are active in the fields of biochemistry and biology, ensuring that you leave university with the skills needed to be successful in your future career.
Through optional modules and research projects, you can tailor the course to focus on the specific areas of biochemistry that interest you. As our courses have a similar first year, there are also opportunities to switch to another biochemistry degree path at the end of year one.
BSc or MSci?
MSci degrees are undergraduate-level courses which last for four years and have an integrated masters qualification. They are the equivalent to a bachelors degree plus a masters level qualification. These courses usually provide additional industry and/or research experience to enhance your future prospects. An MSci is excellent preparation for further study such as a PhD.
If you choose to study an MSci, your student loan will cover tuition fees and living costs for the additional year too (home/EU students only). If you are unsure on whether to choose an MSci or BSc, we recommend you choose the MSci to secure your funding. Transfer to the BSc is possible.
Why choose this course?
A diverse range of optional modules, allowing you to explore your interests or specialise, including an extensive list in your third year
Laboratory experience begins in year one
Be trained by tutors who are active in real world research, giving you the skills necessary for your future careers
The option to travel while you learn, through studying abroad or undertaking field courses in the UK and overseas
Course Details - Modules
During your first year you will be introduced to the fundamental aspects of cell biology, biochemistry, genetics and cellular control alongside essential chemistry. In the second year you continue at greater depth covering topics such as protein structure and function, metabolic regulation, and oxidative phosphorylation. A major feature of the third year is an individual project which may be lab, bioinformatics, or literature-based. During your final year you will take modules which will expose you to the latest developments in biochemistry and genetics and the year culminates in a substantial research project where you will receive expert supervision.
Course Details – Assessment Method
Assessment Methods are not listed for this Course.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application Codes
Course code:
CC4R
Institution code:
N84
Campus Name:
University Park Campus
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
including Chemistry and at least one other science subject at A level. A pass is required in science practical tests, if assessed separately (waived for 2021/22 application cycle).
Acceptable second science subjects are biology, maths, further maths or physics. Maths and further maths are acceptable as second and third science subjects.
Applicants must also meet the GCSE requirements to be considered.
Considered on an individual basis; you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification.
Applicants must still meet the GCSE requirements to be considered.
Considered on an individual basis; you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification.
Applicants must still meet the GCSE requirements to be considered.
in combination with grades AA in the Advanced Scottish Highers, including Chemistry and a second science.
Acceptable second science subjects are biology, maths, further maths or physics. Maths and further maths are acceptable as second and third science subjects.
Considered on an individual basis; you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification. Applicants must still meet the GCSE requirements to be considered.
including Chemistry and a second science. Offers made in conjunction with Scottish Highers grades of AABBB.
Acceptable second science subjects are biology, maths, further maths or physics. Maths and further maths are acceptable as second and third science subjects.
Considered on an individual basis; you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification. Applicants must still meet the GCSE requirements to be considered.
including 5/6 in chemistry and another science, in any order, at Higher Level. Acceptable second science subjects are biology, maths, further maths or physics. Maths and further maths are acceptable as second and third science subjects.
Grade 4 in maths at standard level and either grade 4 in English A at standard level or grade 5 English B at standard level.
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science is acceptable for this course. The modules are considered on an individual basis; you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification. Applicants must still meet the GCSE requirements to be considered.
in combination with 2 science A-level qualifications, including Chemistry.
Acceptable second science subjects are biology, maths, further maths or physics. Maths and further maths are acceptable as second and third science subjects.
Applicants must still meet the GCSE requirements to be considered.
in combination with 2 science A-levels at AA, to include Chemistry. Acceptable second science subjects are biology, maths, further maths or physics. Maths and further maths are acceptable as second and third science subjects.
Biochemistry is one of the progression pathways for our Science with Foundation Year course. Requirements for progression are:
Foundation Biological Science - 55%
Foundation Chemistry - 55%
Overall pass - 40%
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://nottingham.ac.uk
Minimum Qualification Requirements
Minimum Further Information are not listed for this Course.
English language requirements
Test
Grade
AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)
6.5
With at least 6 in each element.
TOEFL (iBT)
87.0
(minimum 20 in Speaking and 19 in all other elements)
English Language Entry Requirement Information are not listed for this Course.
Unistats information
Student satisfaction :
55%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs):
90%
Go onto work and study:
100%
Fees and funding
England
9250.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
9250.0
Year 1
Scotland
9250.0
Year 1
Wales
9250.0
Year 1
International
26500.0
Year 1
EU
26500.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.
Provider information
University Park
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Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Nottingham
NG7 2RD
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