BSc (Hons) Biochemistry with Neuroscience at Keele University

Programme overview

Examine the intricate relationship between molecular biology and neurological processes with our accredited Biochemistry with Neuroscience BSc. Our contemporary programme offers exploration of how biological mechanisms underpin neurological conditions, providing critical insights into complex diseases such as diabetes and Alzheimer's. With access to our state-of-the-art laboratories, opportunities for industry experience, and dedicated employability modules, you'll explore some of the most compelling aspects of 21st-century life science and medical research.

Faculty: Faculty of Natural Sciences | Department: School of Life Sciences | Duration: 3 years or 4 years with international or placement year | Study mode: full-time; placement year option | Intake: 2027 entry | Location: Keele, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 compulsory modules: Molecules of Life, Introduction to Neuroscience, Human Physiology and Anatomy, Molecular Cell Biology, Practical and Academic Skills in Bioscience. Year 2 compulsory modules: Applications of Molecular Biology, Molecular, Cellular and Structural Immunology, Metabolism in Health and Disease, Cell Signalling, Neuroscience Research Methods, Practical and Professional Skills in Bioscience. Year 3 compulsory modules: Research Project, Employability and Communication Skills in Bioscience, Medical Glycobiology, Professional Development in Bioscience, Neuropathology.

Career pathways

You will graduate with key transferable and employability skills related to the critical evaluation of scientific literature, data analysis and interpretation, including computational and bioinformatics tools. Our diverse laboratory programme will also develop your skills in a wide range of modern preparative and analytical biochemical techniques.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A levels: ABB in three A Levels including B in Chemistry and B in one other Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List. Also required: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see below). BTEC: DDM in any of the following BTEC Extended Diplomas / National Extended Diplomas: Applied Science, including completion of three out of four of the following units: Applications of Organic Chemistry, Applications of Inorganic Chemistry, Industrial Chemical Analysis, Practical Chemical Analysis. IB Diploma: 655 in three Higher Levels including 5 in Chemistry and in one other Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List at Higher Level, or 32 points including 5 in Higher Level Chemistry and 5 in one other Higher Level Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List. English language: IELTS 6.0 overall with 5.5 in all components (English Group A) or 4/C in GCSE English.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). UK Home tuition fee for students starting in 2027/28. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,200 a year (2026/27). Band 1 international fee for 2026/27; 2027/28 international fees not yet confirmed. Source

Intake: 2027 entry

Duration: 3 years or 4 years with international or placement year

Apply through the official page: https://www.keele.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/apply/

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