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BSc Biochemistry

Canterbury Christ Church University

About this course

BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The course offers a year in industry or year abroad option. Students complete an Applied Science Major Project in their final year.

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Institution
Canterbury Christ Church University
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Biochemistry
Duration
Full-time
UCAS code
C723
Typical offer
A-level BBC, IB 29, UCAS 112
Median salary
£27,500 after 5 years

Entry requirements

A level: BBC IB: 29 Points BTEC: DMM Access to HE: 15 Distinctions and 30 Merits 112 UCAS tariff points.

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What students say

Based on about 14 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Teaching on my course: 86%
  • Learning opportunities: 87%
  • Assessment and feedback: 78%
  • Academic support: 83%
  • Organisation and management: 76%
  • Learning resources: 78%
  • Student voice: 79%

Do students stay on the course?

Based on about 10 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Continued on course: 70%
  • Left higher education: 30%

What graduates do next

Based on about 15 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • Working: 65%
  • Working and studying: 15%
  • Further study: 5%

Most common jobs

  • Teaching Professionals: 25%
  • Elementary occupations: 20%
  • Sales occupations: 15%
  • Conservation and environment professionals: 5%
  • Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 5%
  • Find their work meaningful: 75%
  • Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
  • Use what they learnt on the course: 65%

Where graduates work (5 years on)

Based on about 70 graduates, across similar courses at this university

  • North East: 1%
  • North West: 1%
  • East Midlands: 7%
  • West Midlands: 1%
  • East of England: 10%
  • London: 23%
  • South East: 53%
  • South West: 2%

Who gets in

Based on about 10 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)

  • A levels: 85%
  • Other qualifications: 15%

Accreditation & quality ratings

TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.

Modules

  • Biochemistry
  • Principles of Chemistry
  • Genes, Cells and Microbes
  • Introduction to Anatomy, Development and Research
  • Student Success Modules
  • Molecular and Computational Biology
  • Diagnostic Biochemistry
  • Bioanalytical Research and Techniques
  • Genetics
  • Industry, Careers and Enterprise
  • Interdisciplinary modules
  • Bioinformatics and Natural Product Chemistry
  • Nutrition and Metabolism
  • Clinical Immunology and Pharmacology
  • Applied Science Major Project

Questions about this course

How much do graduates of BSc Biochemistry at Canterbury Christ Church University earn?

The median salary is £22,500 after 3 years, £27,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £21,000 and £32,000. 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 Canterbury Christ Church University do next?

85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).

Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biochemistry at Canterbury Christ Church University?

86% 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 Canterbury Christ Church University?

The typical offer is BBC at A level, or 29 points in the IB. The average entrant had 101 UCAS points.

Does BSc Biochemistry at Canterbury Christ Church University include a placement year or year abroad?

The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.

How many students continue on BSc Biochemistry at Canterbury Christ Church University?

70% of students continued into their second year, and 30% left higher education.