BSc Biochemistry
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry BSc (Hons), a biochemistry degree exploring the molecular foundations of life and cellular processes. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Clinical Skills, Human Behaviour. The curriculum includes foundation entry options alongside standard three-year full-time study and part-time study routes spanning four to six years. The course begins in year zero with foundational study and applied learning projects before moving into core subjects in year one such as Biochemistry and Cell Biology, Introduction to Microbiology, Genetics and Molecular Biology, Anatomy and Physiology, Biochemical Skills, and Foundations of Chemistry. Year two continues with Bioscience Research Methods, Processes of Life: Biochemistry, Applied Chemistry, and Molecular & Cellular Biology, alongside optional modules like Genes and Genomics, Principles of Pharmacology, Bioinformatics, and Physiology 2. The final year comprises compulsory modules in Clinical Biochemistry, Contemporary Issues in Biochemistry, and the Biochemistry Dissertation, supported by optional choices including Integrated Medical Genetics, Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience, Applied and Environmental Microbiology, Gene Regulation, and Work based learning.
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Entry requirements
A typical offer for this BSc Biochemistry course is: BBC at A Level or, DMM at BTEC or, Merit at T Level Additional Requirements Information: A level students are expected to have studied at least two natural sciences at grade C or above, one of them must be chemistry while the accepted additional sciences include biology, maths and physics. BTEC students must achieve a DMM grade at an extended diploma in either medical or forensic science. The BTEC must contain at least 2 units of chemistry. We welcome international applicants and applications from students with a range of non-traditional educational or professional qualifications For more information on how to make an application, please visit our How to Apply page . Integrated Foundation Year (IFY) Entry Requirements: Admission to the BSc Biochemistry with Foundation Year Programme is normally: DEE at A Level or, MPP at BTEC or, Pass (D or E) at T Level In addition, you are expected to have studied a natural science subject (preferably Biology or Human Biology but Chemistry and Physics are also accepted) in an A Level at grade D, or equivalent qualification such as International Baccalaureate. However, we would also like to hear from you if you have professional or industry experience instead, a range of other qualifications or self-developed subject knowledge that relates to the course you wish to study.
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What students say
Based on about 7 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 98%
- Learning opportunities: 95%
- Assessment and feedback: 82%
- Academic support: 82%
- Organisation and management: 82%
- Learning resources: 88%
- Student voice: 82%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 60%
- Left higher education: 25%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 12 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 25%
- Therapy professionals: 15%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Elementary occupations: 5%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 110 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- East Midlands: 43%
- West Midlands: 7%
- East of England: 13%
- London: 13%
- South East: 16%
- South West: 2%
- Wales: 1%
- Northern Ireland: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Professional and Academic Skills for University Study
- Applied Learning Project
- Foundations in Science
- Biochemistry and Cell Biology
- Introduction to Microbiology
- Genetics and Molecular Biology
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Biochemical Skills
- Foundations of Chemistry
- Bioscience Research Methods
- Processes of Life: Biochemistry
- Applied Chemistry
- Molecular & Cellular Biology
- Genes and Genomics
- Principles of Pharmacology
- Bioinformatics
- Physiology 2
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Contemporary Issues in Biochemistry
- Biochemistry Dissertation
- Integrated Medical Genetics
- Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience
- Applied and Environmental Microbiology
- Gene Regulation
- Work based learning
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biochemistry at University of Northampton earn?
The median salary is £27,000 after 15 months, £22,000 after 3 years, £27,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,000 and £32,500. The £27,500 median after five years is £5,500 less than the UK median for Molecular biology, biophysics and biochemistry.
What do graduates of BSc Biochemistry at University of Northampton do next?
75% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2022-23).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biochemistry at University of Northampton?
98% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2024-25.
What grades do I need for BSc Biochemistry at University of Northampton?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 96 UCAS points.
Does BSc Biochemistry at University of Northampton include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Biochemistry at University of Northampton?
60% of students continued into their second year, and 25% left higher education.