Biochemistry BSc (Hons)
University of Hertfordshire
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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Biochemistry is the study of the fundamental processes of life in a chemical context. Biochemists seek to answer questions about life events, health and disease, the natural environment, materials and compounds using scientific techniques developed in chemistry and biology. From an initial grounding in chemistry, genetics, cell biology, microbiology and human physiology, you will progress to an understanding of the complex biochemical processes that form the basis of the latest discoveries in ...Read more

Biochemistry is the study of the fundamental processes of life in a chemical context. Biochemists seek to answer questions about life events, health and disease, the natural environment, materials and compounds using scientific techniques developed in chemistry and biology. From an initial grounding in chemistry, genetics, cell biology, microbiology and human physiology, you will progress to an understanding of the complex biochemical processes that form the basis of the latest discoveries in the biosciences. One of the main advantages of all our Biosciences degree programmes is that you will be given a sound foundation in all the major aspects of biological theory, techniques and practice. To enable this you will have the use of the excellent facilities, in our new science building, for chemical and biomedical analyses, such as our stem cell facilities which have the capacity to grow new human cells. In addition, once you graduate you will be eligible for Associate Membership of the Royal Society of Chemistry. All biological graduates are eligible for graduate membership of the Institute of Biology.

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WUSCA ranking
WUSCA student ranking
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46/81
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
73rd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
83rd
Biology (Non-Specific)
Drop-out rate
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The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 90 = 10% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
10%
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95%
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Biology (Non-Specific) graduate salary at this uni
£21,000
UK Biology (Non-Specific) graduate salary
£20,000
What students say
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Aisha
08 Feb 24

It has a great library perfect to study with friends. The commute is short however the uni buses are not very..Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
01 Feb 15

Been to many open days for other Unis and have always felt isolated and vulnerable went here through clearing and not regretting it ever since the students the lecturers are so..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BBC - BBB Grades / Points required

UCAS Tariff:

112 - 120 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

GCSE/National 4/National 5:

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DMM - DDM Grades / Points required

Including 2 Science A levels including C grade or above in Chemistry (acceptable Science A levels are Human Biology, Biology, Psychology, Geography, Maths, Physics, ICT and Sports Studies).

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Access to Science Diploma with a merit profile in 45 credits at Level 3, 12 of which must be in Chemistry titled modules with a minimum of merit grade.

English Language 4/CMaths 4/CDouble Science 4/C

IB offer 120-128 points from a minimum of 2 HL subjects at H4 or above to include chemistry and one other Science (with the remaining points to come from a combination of HL, SL and Core)

BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science with a minimum DMM profile to include a minimum of 4 chemistry-titled units at merit or above.

Popular A-level subjects

Biology (Non-Specific)

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Biology
89%
Chemistry
76%
Mathematics
37%
Psychology
22%
Geography
17%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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15,500 per year

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Aisha
08 Feb 24
Biochemistry BSc (Hons)
It has a great library perfect to study with friends. The commute is short however the uni buses are not very...
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SR
Student Reviewer
01 Feb 15
Biochemistry BSc (Hons)
Been to many open days for other Unis and have always felt isolated and vulnerable went here through clearing and not regretting it ever since the students the lecturers are so...
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University of Hertfordshire
University of Hertfordshire , Hatfield

The University of Hertfordshire is nestled in the heart of the home counties, just 25 minutes north of London, with excellent...

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University of Hertfordshire
University Admissions Service College Lane Hatfield Hertfordshire AL10 9AB United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Hatfield   0.9 miles away

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