BSc (Hons) Biochemistry at Kingston University

Programme overview

Gain the skills you need to pursue your future career with a Biochemistry BSc (Hons) degree. This course from Kingston University is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB).

Duration: 3 years full time / 4 years full time including professional placement | Study mode: full-time (optional professional placement year) | Intake: 2027 | Location: Kingston upon Thames, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 provides you with a firm foundation in the biological and chemical principles on which life is based. You will gain a comprehensive overview of biochemistry, from the atomic level to that of the whole body. Year 1 - core modules: Chemical Foundations: From Atoms to Pharmaceuticals, Genes to Tissues, Introduction to Biochemistry, Scientific and Laboratory Skills. Year 2 - core modules: Analytical Techniques for Molecular Science, Microbiology, Research Methods and Skills, Molecular Biology of the Cell, Proteins and Metabolism. Year 3 - core modules: Bioinformatics: Decoding Life’s Data, Project (Bioscience), Clinical Biochemistry, Haematology and Transfusion Science, Bioscience Innovation and Enterprise, Future Skills Apply.

Career pathways

After graduating from this course, you'll be ready for graduate entry to a career in a range of sectors and roles: ; Pharmaceuticals ; Biotechnology ; Forensics ; Graduate teaching assistants ; Research scientists ; Clinical research associates ; Data scientists ; Pharmaceutical industry ; Medical writer ; Scientific editor ; Patent law ; Medical affairs ; Medicine ; Teaching ; Business management This degree also provides a great base if you choose to go on to further study at postgraduate level.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Entry 2027: BSc (Hons): 112-128 UCAS tariff points: At least two A-levels, including Chemistry at grade C or above and any Biology subject, grade A–E. Alternatively, a BTEC Extended Diploma in an appropriate science subject with grades Distinction, Merit, Merit (DMM). GCSE Mathematics at grade C/4 or above, or a recognised equivalent, is also required. Alternatively, we will consider a range of Level 3 qualifications, such as an Access Course in a relevant science subject. These qualifications must account for 112 UCAS points. We also consider applications from those who have undertaken a Science foundation year. Entry onto this course does not require an interview, entrance test, audition or portfolio. English language: Academic IELTS of 6.0 overall, with no element below 5.5. UCAS codes: C700, C701.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Home (UK) full-time annual tuition fee for entry in 2027/28 Source

International applicants: GBP 20,500 a year (2027/28). International Year 1 fee for entry in 2027/28; later years: Year 2 (2028/29): £21,300, Year 3 (2029/30): £22,100, Year 4 (2030/31): £22,900 Source

Intake: 2027

Duration: 3 years full time / 4 years full time including professional placement

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/explore/courses/997aa135-ad1a-84ef-fbcf-a2757729f8e0/course?studyYear=2027

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