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Biochemistry

Aberystwyth University

Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years

A-Level Entry

BBB - BCC

UCAS Points

104 - 120 points

Avg. Graduate Salary

£25,000

About this course

If you are interested in studying the science behind the latest advances in medicine, nutrition and pharmaceuticals, then the three-year Biochemistry degree at Aberystwyth University is for you.

This degree explores the techniques that have revolutionised the study of cell biology, biological chemistry, metabolism, and molecular genetics and will give you a solid foundation in the study of cellular, molecular and chemical biology.

The course will prepare you for careers in areas specifically related to the discipline, such as biomedical science, biotechnology and pharmaceutical research. Enhanced mathematical and computational skills, research and data analysis skills and a thorough grounding in information technology are just some of the areas that our students develop and leave Aberystwyth University with.

The Biochemistry teaching staff are recognised as experts and innovative educators who will nurture both your intellectual curiosity and your general scientific practice. The subject is taught within an internationally recognised centre of excellence, with state of the art teaching facilities with over £55 million pounds invested. As a university, we endeavour to provide you with an exceptional and memorable student experience.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades BBB - BCC
UCAS Tariff Points 104 - 120 points
BTEC DDD - DDM

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

3111 Laboratory technicians
2111 Chemical scientists
2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
1254 Waste disposal and environmental services managers
3115 Quality assurance technicians
2119 Natural and social science professionals

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Aberystwyth
Scheme
Undergraduate
Avg. Graduate Salary
£25,000