BSc Biochemistry
About this course
BSc in Biochemistry, exploring the molecules and interactions that constitute living things. Core topics include Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Students can choose to complement their degree by undertaking an optional industrial, commercial, or research placement year.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBC. Two Mathematics/Science subjects required. IB: 32 points including 5, 5, 5 at HL with two Mathematics/Science subjects required. SL or HL in English and Mathematics are also required. SQA Highers: BBBB. BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DMM. Main subjects to be Science or Mathematics. (Note: BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate (Subsidiary Diploma) achieved at Distinction level, is normally acceptable in lieu of one A Level at grade B). GCSE at Grade C/4 or above is also required in English or English Language, Mathematics and either Chemistry, Physics or Dual Award Science. Irish Leaving Certificate: Five subjects at Higher at H3. Two Mathematics/Science subjects required. O4 in English and Mathematics is also required.
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What students say
Based on about 6 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 85%
- Learning opportunities: 88%
- Assessment and feedback: 82%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 85%
- Learning resources: 93%
- Student voice: 93%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 28 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 30%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Administrative occupations: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Natural and social science professionals: 5%
- Managers, directors and senior officials: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 160 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 4%
- North West: 3%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 3%
- South East: 3%
- South West: 1%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 71%
- Northern Ireland: 3%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 70%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 25%
Modules
- Getting Started at the University of Aberdeen
- Introduction to Medical Sciences
- Chemistry for the Life Sciences 1
- The Cell
- Chemistry for the Life Sciences 2
- Physiology of Human Cells (BI20B2)
- Molecular Biology of the Gene (BI20M3)
- Foundation Skills for Medical Sciences
- Physiology of Human Organ Systems (BI25B2)
- Microbes, Infection & Immunity (BI25M5)
- Energy for Life (BI25M7)
- Research Skills for Medical Sciences
- The Molecular Biology of The Cell
- The Molecular Control of Cell Function
- Frontiers of Molecular Medical Sciences
- Genetics
- Molecular Microbiology
- Working Out? Placement & Career Skills
- Biochemistry: Receptors and Signalling
- Biochemistry: Health and Disease
- Honours Advanced Molecular Biology
- Medical Sciences Honours Research Project
- Medical Science Data Analysis Paper
- Medical Science General Essay Paper
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biochemistry at University of Aberdeen earn?
The median salary is £24,000 after 15 months, £23,500 after 3 years, £32,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,500 and £41,000. The £32,000 median after five years is £1,000 less than the UK median for Molecular biology, biophysics and biochemistry.
What do graduates of BSc Biochemistry at University of Aberdeen do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biochemistry at University of Aberdeen?
85% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Biochemistry at University of Aberdeen?
The typical offer is BBC at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 143 UCAS points.
Does BSc Biochemistry at University of Aberdeen include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Biochemistry at University of Aberdeen?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.