University of Dundee

BSC Biochemistry with a year in industry BSc

University of Dundee

Course overview

The BSC Biochemistry (with a year in industry) at the University of Dundee curriculum is designed with contributions from world-leading researchers to ensure students learn the latest advances. This will help students gain an understanding of the fundamentals of the field. Biochemistry is the study of life at the molecular level. This can range from things like the normal functions of metabolism to DNA replication and repair.

This course also allows students to spend a year working in industry, for example, in a commercial laboratory. This allows them to gain real-world skills and improve their CV. It also presents students with the opportunity to network and build relationships. These are all things that could have a positive impact on their career upon graduating from university. Students will develop their practical skills, such as laboratory skills, data analysis, and experiment design. This will prepare them for designing and carrying out projects later in their course.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

  • A level - CCC
  • Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
  • Access to HE Diploma - D: 15 credits M: 15 credits P: 15 credits
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 28 points

English Language Requirements:

  • Applicants who are non-English speakers must achieve an overall score of 6.0 in the IELTS Academic test, with a minimum score of 5.5 in all four components (listening, reading, writing, and speaking).

Scholarships

  • Alumni and Family Scholarship

    Value: £1,500 - £3,000

    Up to £1,500

  • Alumni Scholarship

    Value: £1,500 - £3,000

    Up to £1,500

  • Dow Memorial Trust Scholarship - Dentistry

    Value - £2,000 - £2,500 per year.

    Up to £2,000

  • Dow Memorial Trust Scholarship - Medicine

    Value: £2,000 - £2,500 per year.

    Up to £2,000

  • GEMS Scholarship

    Value - £6,000 per year of study

    Up to £6,000

  • Global Excellence Scholarship Undergraduate

    Value: £7,500 per year of study.

    Up to £7,500

  • Vice Chancellor's East Asia Undergraduate Scholarship

    Value - £4,000

    Up to £4,000

Career opportunities

After completing the BSc Biochemistry (with a year in industry) course, graduates can pursue careers in positions such as:

  • Biochemist
  • Biomedical scientist
  • Laboratory technician
  • Chemical engineer
  • Agronomists

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the BSc Biochemistry (with a year in industry) in the University of Dundee for International students per year is £ 28,200. Tuition fees for International students will increase by 5% increase on the previous year’s tuition fee for the programme of study or an increase in accordance with the Consumer Prices Index.

Admission

To apply for the course, applicants can apply directly to the university through its online application portal or through UCAS. For personalised help with your application, please speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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