University of Kent

BSc Biochemistry with a Year in Professional Practice

University of Kent

Course overview

This BSc Biochemistry with a Year in Professional Practice four-year undergraduate programme enables students to explore contemporary scientific issues across health, agriculture, and the environment. It involves studying the fundamental workings of living organisms at a molecular level, covering everything from viruses and bacteria to complex human and plant systems. Learning is guided by experienced academic staff who are active in research, allowing students to gain practical scientific knowledge and important transferable skills such as analytical abilities and critical thinking.

A core component of this course is the year in professional practice, which takes place between the second and final years of study. This year provides a significant opportunity to acquire relevant work experience within an industry setting in the UK or internationally, with students receiving a salary from their employer. The placement culminates in the production of an independent research project, ensuring graduates leave with excellent laboratory expertise and professional accreditation from the Royal Society of Biology (RSB).

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement, provide relevant information about their studies, and include an academic and/or employer reference, as well as a CV to demonstrate their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • 104–120 UCAS Tariff points at A-Level, BTEC or equivalent including Biology and Chemistry
  • Other International qualifications equivalent to an A-level are also accepted

English Proficiency:

  • IELTS Academic overall score of 6.5, with a minimum of 5.5 in all elements
  • Other English language test scores, such as PTE Academic and TOEFL IBT, are accepted, amongst others

Scholarships

  • Kent Ambition to Succeed Scholarship

    Scholarship holders can expect to receive between £500-£2,000 for each year of study (pro-rata for part-time students), subject to satisfactory academic progress.

  • Kent International Scholarship for Undergraduates

    Scholarship value - £5,000

    Up to £5,000

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Academic Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9, 790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Christopher and Henry Oldfield Support Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Kingsman Scholarship

    Tuition fee waiver for 4 years at the home rate (£9,790 for 26/27).

  • KMMS Widening Participation Scholarship

    £1,500 maintenance per annum for a maximum of 5 years.

    Up to £1,500

  • Music Performance Scholarship

    £1,000 awarded each year to talented instrumentalists and singers studying for any degree at the University of Kent.

    Up to £1,000

  • Sanctuary Scholarships

    Tuition fees waived for the duration of your programme of study, or until you are able to access other Student Finance funding.

Career opportunities

After completing the BSc Biochemistry with a Year in Professional Practice from the University of Kent, students can work as:

  • Biomedical Scientist
  • Clinical Research Associate
  • Pharmacologist
  • Toxicologist
  • Analytical Chemist

Cost of study

The tuition fee for the BSc Biochemistry with a Year in Professional Practice at the University of Kent is £23,500, which is subject to change yearly.

Admission

Candidates should submit their applications through the UCAS system. If you need further assistance with your application, reach out to our trained counsellors at AHZ.

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