BSc Biochemistry and Genetics
Course overview
The Canterbury Christ Church University BSc Biochemistry and Genetics course is a contemporary programme focusing on the molecular study of life. The course combines biochemistry and genetics, addressing modern scientific innovations like genetic engineering and personalised medicine. This course prepares students for careers in scientific research or industry, emphasising practical and employment-relevant skills.
In this course, students will learn to apply theoretical scientific knowledge to real-world problems, studying protein structure, enzymology, metabolism, molecular biological techniques, and genetics. The course supports skill development for a major final-year research project, enhancing problem-solving abilities for potential employers. Expert teaching is provided by a multidisciplinary team, with opportunities for a placement module in a commercial environment to boost CVs.
Entry requirements
To gain enrollment, applicants are required to submit a personal statement outlining their reasons for applying to the course and providing any other pertinent information about their academic journey. A relevant academic or employer reference is also necessary. Candidates have the option to upload their CV to showcase their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Accepted qualifications typically include A-Levels (BBC), a BTEC (DMM), an Access to Higher Education Diploma with 15 Distinctions and 30 Merits, or 29 points from the International Baccalaureate.
- The university also accepts international qualifications deemed equivalent to A-Levels.
English Proficiency:
- For applicants whose primary language is not English, an IELTS score of 6.0 overall is required, with no individual component scoring below 5.5.
- Alternatively, equivalent English language test scores, such as PTE and TOEFL, can be submitted.
Scholarships
Academic Excellence Scholarship
You will receive £2,000.
Up to £2,000International Student Scholarship
You will gain a reduction of £1,500 from your fees for each year of full-time study.
Up to £1,500Partner Schools Award
You will receive up to £1,500 over three years.
Up to £1,500Sanctuary Scholarship
Tuition fee support: you will be offered a tuition fee waiver until you are awarded status that entitles you to access statutory student support. This does not cover repeat years of study.
Career opportunities
Graduates can work as:
- Research Scientist
- Biotechnologist
- Pharmaceutical Scientist
- Geneticist
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Communicator
Cost of study
For the 2025/26 academic year, the annual tuition fee for the BSc Biochemistry and Genetics programme at Canterbury Christ Church University is £15,500.
Admission
Applications are made through UCAS. Please speak to our trained counsellors for guidance.
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