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Biochemistry

University of St Andrews
Qualification
Degree
Length
4 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
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About this course

The BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry entails the study of the biochemical mechanisms involved in all life processes covering a broad spectrum of fields, from viral replication to neurobiology. You will investigate the biochemical aspects of cell and organismal function, including protein structure and function, regulation, molecular genetics, membranes and cell communication, and pharmacology as well as a final-year laboratory project with one of the relevant research groups in the Biomedical Sciences Research Complex . Students interested in this course may also be interested in the Biochemistry Integrated Masters course, which allows you to graduate with a Master in Biochemistry .

The BSc (Honours) in Biochemistry is a four-year course run by the School of Biology. Students are provided with high-tech equipment, laboratories and expertise to facilitate learning and to develop the skillset of a modern biochemist. In the first two years of your degree, you will be introduced to core material relevant to all biology degree programmes such as animal and plant biology, molecular biology, cell biology and genetics.

Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
128-143 pts5%
144-159 pts10%
160-175 pts20%
176-191 pts5%
192-207 pts15%
208-223 pts5%
224-239 pts10%
240+ pts30%
How they qualified
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
100%
In work or further study after
90%
In professional / skilled jobs
85%
Continue past first year
What graduates earn over time
£30,000
After 15 months
£25,000
3 years on
£32,500
5 years on
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Where this degree can lead
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When you're ready, the full entry requirements and application are on University of St Andrews's own site.
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