University of Sussex

BSc Biochemistry with an industrial placement year

University of Sussex

Course overview

Studying BSc Biochemistry (with an industrial placement year) at Sussex will equip students with an in-depth study of chemical processes and organisms within living things. The course modules are taught by leading biochemists and chemists, and students will study life at the molecular scale, explore the chemical processes underpinning the activities of cells and organisms, discover what happens when things go wrong, leading to diseases such as cancer, and find out how biochemistry can help us develop new therapeutics.

The study at Sussex promises to be hands-on from the very first year; students will have access to well-equipped labs to carry out tests, research, and make findings that help address societal problems. They will learn to record, analyse, and interpret data from experiments. They will learn about current theories in the field, communicating complex topics and working as part of a team. Assessment methods will include examinations, coursework, practicals, and written assignments.

An Important addition to a regular BSc in Biochemistry is the industrial placement year. This gives students a whole year of practical work and earn in a company of choice - usually biotechnology or pharmaceutical companies - where they can apply to. Gaining immeasurable experience with real-life cases.

Entry requirements

Grade Requirement

For entry into BSc Biochemistry (with an industrial placement year) at the University of Sussex, international applicants require;

  • An International Baccalaureate of 32 points overall from the full IB Diploma, and Higher Levels must include both Biology and Chemistry, with a grade of at least 5, and a good level in Mathematics.

English Language Requirement

​The English requirement for international students for the BSc Psychology at the University of Sussex includes:

  • IELTS (Academic): 6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component. These scores must be in one sitting and have a validity of 2 years.
  • TOEFL (iBT): 80 overall, including at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, 17 in Writing.
  • Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE): 169 overall, including at least 162 in each skill.

Scholarships

  • Chancellor's International Scholarships

    £5,000 in the first year of full-time study.

    Up to £5,000

  • Gazelle Twin Scholarship for Women in Music Technology

    £500 each year of study. The opportunity to organise an annual student music event.

    Up to £500

  • Professor Colin Eaborn Chemistry Scholarship

    Up to £2,000 for BSc students, up to £3,000 for MChem students.

  • Sanctuary Scholarship (Undergraduate)

Career opportunities

Graduates of BSc Biochemistry are suited for the following roles:

  • Biomedical or Forensic Scientist
  • Data Scientist
  • Ecologist
  • Pharmacologist
  • Food, Bio or Nano Technologist

Cost of study

The tuition fee for international students aspiring to acquire a BSc Biochemistry at The University of Sussex is £27,300 per year.

Admission

​International students can apply for this course through UCAS or directly to the university using the international student application form. Please speak with our trained advisors for assistance.

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