Biochemistry with a Year Abroad MSci (Hons)
Queen Mary University of London
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Discover the new tools and techniques allowing us to understand the chemistry inside cells better than ever before. Imagine a world where we have whole new classes of drugs available, modified organisms that produce high value compounds and crops thriving outside their usual range. Thanks to biochemists this could only be twenty years away – and you can be part of these exciting scientific advances with this course. You’ll learn about biochemical processes and the chemistry that underpins them, ...Read more

Discover the new tools and techniques allowing us to understand the chemistry inside cells better than ever before. Imagine a world where we have whole new classes of drugs available, modified organisms that produce high value compounds and crops thriving outside their usual range. Thanks to biochemists this could only be twenty years away – and you can be part of these exciting scientific advances with this course. You’ll learn about biochemical processes and the chemistry that underpins them, while studying real-world applications in biotechnology and medicine. With our optional modules, you’ll also be able to look at areas like neuroscience, pharmaceutical chemistry and genetics. Our biochemistry academics focus their research covers the structure and function of the most fundamental molecular components of life. Their research has an impact on different areas from biomedicine to the environment and agriculture. Expert support at every step Your employability is a priority for us. We organise regular events to help you think about your future beyond university, including career events and talks from biochemistry graduates. You can also take part in peer leadership and teamwork activities, summer laboratory internships and society events. Our biochemistry programme is taught almost exclusively by academics who specialise in this area. So, if you want to make an impact, studying here is a great place to start.

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
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91/101
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
32nd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
50th
Molecular Biology, Biophysics and Biochemistry
Drop-out rate
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Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
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0%
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90%
Average salary
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Molecular Biology, Biophysics and Biochemistry graduate salary at this uni
£18,000
UK Molecular Biology graduate salary
£22,000
What students say
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Mihir
26 Jul 24

Beautiful campus in London, has really good facilities if you want to undertake research based courses there, The only issues I has was communication with Student Support because..Read more

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Seema
07 Feb 24

Good..Read more

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Entry requirements

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AAB Grades / Points required

Extended Project:

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

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

34 Grades / Points required

Including ChemistryPlease note:You will also be expected to achieve a Pass grade in the practical endorsement for any of the following A levels - Biology, Chemistry, Physics - if taken with one of the Awarding Bodies in England.

We consider applications from students offering an EPQ and may make an alternative offer to include three A levels, one grade lower than our usual requirement, along with a specific grade in the EPQ.

6,6,5 in HL subjects, including HL Chemistry

Popular A-level subjects

Molecular Biology, Biophysics and Biochemistry

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

Chemistry
99%
Biology
91%
Mathematics
70%
Psychology
13%
Physics
7%
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Tuition fees

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England

£28,350 per year

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Accommodation- 155 per week for a non-ensuite room

£28,350 per year

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Students from Scotland

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Accommodation- 155 per week for a non-ensuite room

£28,350 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

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.

Accommodation- 155 per week for a non-ensuite room

£28,350 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

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Accommodation- 155 per week for a non-ensuite room

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Mihir
26 Jul 24
Biochemistry BSc (Hons)
Beautiful campus in London, has really good facilities if you want to undertake research based courses there, The only issues I has was communication with Student Support because...
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Seema
07 Feb 24
Biochemistry BSc (Hons)
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Queen Mary University of London
Mile End Road London Tower Hamlets E1 4NS United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Mile End  0.2 miles away Nearest train station: Limehouse  0.4 miles away
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