MSci Biochemistry at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Gain invaluable research skills and experience through our four-year course and achieve an undergraduate master's award alongside your BSc. Develop your research skills with an integrated master's degree, making you more attractive to future employers in both academia and industry. Be introduced to a wide range of biosciences topics in Year 1, before choosing more specialist course units in later years.

Faculty: Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health | Duration: 4 yrs | Study mode: full-time (integrated master's) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You will gain a broad introduction to biological sciences, covering key concepts such as: biochemistry genetics pharmacology molecular biology In addition, you will study the aspects of organic, inorganic and physical chemistry that are relevant to biological systems. Year 1 also provides an introduction to the essential data handling and laboratory skills required for all biological scientists. Year 1 compulsory units include Academic Tutorials Year 1, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, From Molecules to Cells, Introduction to Laboratory Science, Introduction to Experimental Biology - Molecular & Cellular Biology.

Career pathways

The significant research skills and experience you will gain in the Year 4 MSci research project will pave the way for a PhD, as well as preparing you for work in both industry and academia. Global Careers Studying a bioscience course is a great way to explore your interests and prepare for an exciting array of careers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A-level: AAB, including grades AB in Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics and Mathematics (the Core Sciences). International Baccalaureate: 35 points overall, including 6, 6, 5 at higher level, with Chemistry and another core science, normally Biology. GCSE: Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education including acceptable levels of Literacy and Numeracy, equivalent to at least Grade 4 or C in GCSE/IGCSE English Language and Mathematics. English language: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.5 in any component.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Home (UK) students Source

International applicants: GBP 38,000 a year (2027/28). International students Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 4 yrs

Apply through the official page: https://www.ucas.com/

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