Biochemistry, BSc (Hons) / MSci (Hons)
Swansea UniversitySingleton Park Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
Biochemistry is crucial to the study and treatment of diseases, the development of pharmaceuticals, and the complex relationships with our environment. Throughout this interdisciplinary programme, you will learn about the chemical processes that occur within living organisms, and how cells work at the sub-cellular and molecular levels. You will gain an in-depth understanding of the biochemical function of living organisms, from bacteria to plants, animals and humans.
Alongside this, you will develop excellent project management skills, while learning how to design experiments and plan work programmes. The field of biochemistry as a whole generates a broad range of graduates who go on to varied careers, which include working in an academic or industrial research laboratory, pharmaceutical sales, the food and beverage industry, patent law, medical writing, consultancy, medical practice or pursuing additional training.
Key highlights
- Interdisciplinary study of chemical processes within living organisms
- Covers cell function at sub-cellular and molecular levels
- Biochemical function from bacteria to plants, animals and humans
- Develops project management skills alongside experimental design
- Learn to plan work programmes and design experiments
Entry requirements
- A-level: AAB-BCC — to include
- BTEC: D*DD — to include in Applied Science to include 4 optional Level 3 moduls from Chemistry
- Access to HE Diploma — UK Access: N/A
- T-level — Considered on a case by case basis
- UCAS tariff points: 104-136 — Mixed Qualifications: 104 - 136 UCAS tariff points from 3 highest qualifications, to include 40 UCAS tariff points in Chemistry
- UCAS tariff points: 40 — Mixed Qualifications: 104 - 136 UCAS tariff points from 3 highest qualifications, to include 40 UCAS tariff points in Chemistry
- International Baccalaureate: 32 — to include to include a minimum score of 5 at Higher Level Chemistry, plus one other STEM subject
Scholarships
International Excellence Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded as a discount on tuition fees worth up to £5,000 in the first year of study, with a further £2,000 awarded in Year 2 (for £5,000 awardees only, subject to achieving a 70% average).
Swansea University Sport Scholarship
Financial support (of up to £2000).
Thrive Bursary
The Thrive bursary is a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees for the first year of study, with a progression bursary of £2,000 in subsequent years (applied as a discount off tuition fees).
Up to £4,000
Careers this course leads to
- Research Laboratory Scientist
- Pharmaceutical Sales Representative
- Food and Beverage Industry Scientist
- Patent Attorney
- Medical Writer
- Scientific Consultant
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £22,750 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Swansea University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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