BSc Biochemistry
About this course
BSc in Biochemistry, a biochemistry degree focused on molecular and cellular aspects of living systems. Core topics include Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The curriculum is delivered within a major life sciences department. The first year covers foundational principles through Biological Chemistry, Cell Biology, Core Skills for Life Scientists, Enzymes and Metabolism, and Molecular Biology. These modules introduce the cellular environment, metabolic pathways, and essential scientific techniques. Students build mathematical and computational competencies alongside core laboratory methods. Subsequent stages offer specialised study paths and independent research opportunities.
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Entry requirements
AAA -- to include: A in Chemistry; A in Biology, Mathematics or Physics; A in a third subject (A-levels), 38 points -- to include: 6 in Chemistry at higher level; 6 in Biology, Mathematics or Physics at higher level (International Baccalaureate)
Typical offer
AAA (three A-levels) (A-levels), 39 points (International Baccalaureate)
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What students say
Based on about 69 final-year students who answered
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 87%
- Assessment and feedback: 68%
- Academic support: 80%
- Organisation and management: 78%
- Learning resources: 91%
- Student voice: 82%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 130 students who started
- Continued on course: 92%
- Left higher education: 8%
What graduates do next
Based on about 18 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 35%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 35%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 15%
- Finance Professionals: 15%
- Business, Research and Administrative Professionals: 15%
- Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 90%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 75%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 60%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 60 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 3%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 4%
- London: 55%
- South East: 11%
- South West: 10%
- Scotland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 125 students who started
- A levels: 75%
- Baccalaureate: 25%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Biological Chemistry
- Cell Biology
- Core Skills for Life Scientists
- Enzymes and Metabolism
- Molecular Biology
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biochemistry at Imperial College London earn?
The median salary is £36,500 after 15 months, £33,500 after 3 years, £49,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £30,500 and £71,000. The £49,000 median after five years is £16,000 more than the UK median for Molecular biology, biophysics and biochemistry.
What do graduates of BSc Biochemistry at Imperial College London do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biochemistry at Imperial College London?
88% 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 Imperial College London?
The minimum entry standard is AAA at A level, or 38 points in the IB. The typical offer is AAA (three A-levels) at A level. The average entrant had 196 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Biochemistry at Imperial College London?
92% of students continued into their second year, and 8% left higher education.