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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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4 Years
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From finding new ways to save lives to tackling climate change, studying the BSc (Hons) Biochemistry programme at Aston University will help you succeed in a subject which has never been more exciting, diverse, or important.
Course OverviewOur BSc (Hons) Biochemistry degree is designed to equip you with a comprehensive understanding of Biochemistry and the practical skills necessary to excel professionally.Studying at Aston gives you hands-on experience, world-class facilities, and specialist teaching. In addition, your integrated placement year will give you the opportunity to put your knowledge into practice. You can undertake placements overseas, in healthcare environments, industrial / research laboratories, as well as non-laboratory settings.As a Biochemist, you’ll help to comprehend and resolve biological problems using the molecular expertise and processes you will learn whilst at Aston. You will help to lead the way in developing new thinking, techniques, and technology in the fields of Medicine, Pharmaceutics, Biotechnology, Agriculture, and Nutrition.
What you will learnAs a BSc (Hons) Biochemistry student, you will learn the skills to work as a competent biochemist in various research, pharmaceutical, and healthcare settings, while gaining a deep understanding of molecular processes critical to advancing science and medicine.
Year 1Develop a thorough understanding of the processes that underpin key areas of biochemistry such as how biomolecules assemble into complex structures, how genetic material is stored and inherited and fundamental microbiological concepts.
Year 2Study topics such as how changes at the molecular level lead to disease, the role that cell signalling plays in life processes, how proteins can be designed to perform specific function, as well as to use micro-organisms to generate proteins.
Placement yearGain valuable career-boosting experience during your integrated placement year by setting your studies in the real-world context of a working environment alongside professionals.
Final yearYou will get to choose options which you find interesting, undertaking a substantial original research project, and further develop your professional skills ready for your first career step post-graduation.
International students and post-study work visaAston University is a diverse, close community and welcomes international students. Students from over 120 different countries choose to study with us every year. Aston is not only a great place to study, based in the centre of Birmingham it’s also a great place to live.The new post-study work visa enables international students to remain in the UK for two years after they have completed their studies to find work. For more information visit the government website (https://www.gov.uk/graduate-visa).
During your time on the course you could get to:- Design your own practical experiments including producing and testing antibiotics.- Research how cells communicate as part of our cell membrane research group.This course is part of the School of Biosciences which sits within the College of Health and Life Sciences.
Please note we do not offer a Foundation Programme, if you select year 0 on your application form this will be amended to year 1 at the admissions review stage.Exam type
A levelA level:
BCC - BBB Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
ABBBB Grades / Points required
Scottish Advanced Higher:
BBC Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
D:15,M:30,P:0 Grades / Points required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
31 - 28 Grades / Points required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
H3,H3,H3,H3,H4 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF):
DD Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF):
DD Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
DD Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016):
D Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
D*D*D* - DDD Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
D Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF):
D Grades / Points required
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015):
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
BBB must include Chemistry OR Biology plus one other science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics.BBC must include Chemistry OR Biology plus one other science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics with a B in an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) or Core Maths.BCC must include Chemistry OR Biology plus one other science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics for contextual offer students (more details https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready).RESITS: We welcome applications from students who have tried to improve their examination grades by taking resits and the highest grades will be accepted. We treat these applications in the same way as other applications.PREDICATIONS AND ACHIEVED GRADES: Whilst the grades listed here are the entry requirements, we understand that predicted grades are only estimates, so we consider applications where predicted grades are slightly below the entry requirements if the overall application is strong. We also consider applicants who have already achieved a minimum of CCC grades at the application stage on a case-by-case basis, provided their application is strong, they have a robust academic reference, and any gaps in their academic record are explained.
must include Chemistry OR Biology plus one other science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics
must include Chemistry OR Biology plus one other science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics.
Successful completion of the QAA-recognised Access Diploma with 45 credits at Level 3. You must obtain a minimum of 15 distinctions and 30 merits.Please note that we do not accept the English and Maths components within the Access qualification and you must meet the GCSE entry requirements. Subjects accepted: Applied Science, Biology combined with Chemistry, Biomedical Science, Biosciences, Combined Sciences, Health Sciences, Health Sciences Professions, Life Sciences and Sciences.Please note that we do not accept Health and Social Care as it does not contain the amount of core science material required for subsequent undergraduate studies on this degree.
31 points overall and must include grades 5, 5, 5 in Higher Level subjects which must include Chemistry OR Biology plus one other science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics. You must also have Standard Level grade 5 in both Mathematics and English Language.ORFor Contextual Offer students 28 points overall and must include grades 5, 4, 4 in Higher Level subjects which must include Chemistry OR Biology plus one other science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics. You must also have Standard Level grade 5 in both Mathematics and English Language.
must include Chemistry OR Biology plus one other science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics at grade H3 or above
With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BB in A Level must include Chemistry OR Biology plus one other science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics.ORFor Contextual Offer students grades BC in A Level must include Chemistry OR Biology plus one other science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics.
With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BB in Chemistry or Biology plus one other science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics.ORFor Contextual Offer students grades BC in A Level must include Chemistry OR Biology plus one other science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics.ORIf this BTEC is being taken in Applied Science you must achieve a grade B in A Level Chemistry OR Biology OR For Contextual Offer students if this BTEC is being taken in Applied Science you must achieve a grade C in A Level Chemistry OR Biology.
With this BTEC you must also achieve A-Level grades BB in Chemistry OR Biology plus one other science subject from Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics ORFor Contextual Offer students A Levels grades BC in Chemistry OR Biology plus one other science subject from Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics.ORIf this BTEC is being taken in Applied Science you must achieve a grade B in A-Level Chemistry OR Biology.OR For Contextual Offer students if this BTEC is being taken in Applied Science grade C in A-Level Chemistry OR Biology.
With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BB must include Chemistry OR Biology plus one other science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics.ORFor Contextual Offer students grades BC in A Level must include Chemistry OR Biology plus one other science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics.
This BTEC must be RQF – National in Applied Science D*D*D* (you do not require an additional A Level)ORThis BTEC must be QCF in Applied Science DDD and you must also achieve grade B in Biology OR Chemistry (for Contextual Offer students C in Biology or Chemistry).ORIf you are studying a non-science subject in this BTEC which is QCF or RQF – National then you must achieve DDD and grade BB must include Chemistry OR Biology plus one other science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics (for Contextual Offer students BC in Chemistry or Biology plus one other science subject).
With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BB in A Level must include Chemistry OR Biology plus one other science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics.ORFor Contextual Offer students grades BC in A Level must include Chemistry OR Biology plus one other science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics.
With this BTEC you must also achieve grades BB in A Level must include Chemistry OR Biology plus one other science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics.ORFor Contextual Offer students grades BC in A Level must include Chemistry OR Biology plus one other science subject from: Biology, Chemistry, Maths OR Physics.
This will accepted in place of one A Level but not in place of the subject specifics stated.
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Scotland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£20,700 per year
Students from International
£20700 Per year
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