BSc Biochemistry with Research Placement
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Project Management. A compulsory research placement year after the second year can be completed in the UK or abroad. The programme uses £18.2-million biological sciences facilities.
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Entry requirements
BBB-BBC at A Level including a minimum grade B in Chemistry and one of the following relevant Science subjects: Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Psychology. The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study and is a requirement for entry to our degree course. 120-112 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including a minimum grade B in A Level Chemistry and one of the following relevant Science subjects: Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Psychology. The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study and is a requirement for entry to our degree course. In addition you must have GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 4 or above, or grade C or above if awarded under the previous GCSE grading scheme. Merit at T Level in Science including a grade B in A Level Chemistry and one other relevant Science subject.
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What students say
Based on about 20 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 79%
- Learning opportunities: 82%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 79%
- Learning resources: 84%
- Student voice: 71%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 80%
- Gained a higher qualification: 5%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 6 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 35%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Animal care and control services: 5%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 115 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 14%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 60%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 2%
- London: 9%
- South East: 6%
- Wales: 1%
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: 75%
- Access course: 10%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Supervised Research Experience
- Research Project
- Current Topics in Molecular Life Sciences
- Medical Genetics
- Immunology and Infection
- Mechanisms and Pathology of Cancer and other Chronic Diseases
- Practical Skills in Clinical Pathology and Biochemistry
- Biochemistry 1
- Molecular and Cellular Biology
- Introduction to Analytical Science and Spectroscopy
- The Reactivity and Properties of Carbon Compounds
- Research Skills
- Physiology 1: Structure and Function
- Research Skills 2
- Molecular Biology
- Biochemistry 2
- Molecular Analysis & Instrumental Methods
- Cell Biology
- Physiology 2: Control and Integration
- Pharmaceutics and Formulation
- Infectious Diseases and Therapeutics
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biochemistry with Research Placement at University of Huddersfield earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £23,000 after 3 years, £27,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £37,000. 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 with Research Placement at University of Huddersfield 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 with Research Placement at University of Huddersfield?
79% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Biochemistry with Research Placement at University of Huddersfield?
The typical offer is BBB at A level. The average entrant had 127 UCAS points.
Does BSc Biochemistry with Research Placement at University of Huddersfield include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Biochemistry with Research Placement at University of Huddersfield?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.