MSci Biochemistry with Integrated Master's
About this course
MSci in Biochemistry, exploring the molecular basis of human and mammalian disease. Core topics include Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Fieldwork. The course includes a tropical biology field course hosted by the University of Sains Malaysia, and a final-year research project. The programme can be extended to five years with an optional placement year.
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB in three A Levels including B in Chemistry and B in one other Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List . IB: 655 in three Higher Levels including 5 in Chemistry and in one other Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List at Higher Level, or 32 points including 5 in Higher Level Chemistry and 5 in one other Higher Level Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List .
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What students say
Based on about 7 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 78%
- Learning opportunities: 66%
- Assessment and feedback: 76%
- Academic support: 80%
- Organisation and management: 70%
- Learning resources: 97%
- Student voice: 80%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 50%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Teaching Professionals: 25%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 30%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 75%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 115 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 19%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 9%
- West Midlands: 37%
- East of England: 5%
- London: 12%
- South East: 10%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- A degree: 5%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Molecules of Life
- Molecular Principles and Applications of Biochemistry
- Human Physiology and Anatomy
- Molecular Cell Biology
- Practical and Academic Skills in Bioscience
- Applications of Molecular Biology
- Molecular, Cellular and Structural Immunology
- Microbes, Viruses and Parasites
- Drug Design
- Metabolism in Health and Disease
- Cell Signalling
- Research and Analytical Skills
- Practical and Professional Skills in Bioscience
- Human Genetics
- Molecular Ecology and Plant Genetics
- Flexible Work Placement and Professional Training (Level 5)
- Research Project
- Employability and Communication Skills in Bioscience
- Case Studies in Biotechnology
- Structural Immunology
- Human Parasitology
- Omics Technologies
- Cancer Biology
- Epidemiology
- Tropical Biology Field Course
- Flexible Work Placement (Level 6)
- Professional Experience in Education
- Virology
- Literature Review and Grant Proposal
- MSci Extended Research Project
- Advanced Research Topics in Biochemistry
- Advanced Topics in Neuroscience
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MSci Biochemistry with Integrated Master's at Keele University earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months, £23,000 after 3 years, £29,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £25,000 and £36,000. The £29,000 median after five years is £4,000 less than the UK median for Molecular biology, biophysics and biochemistry.
What do graduates of MSci Biochemistry with Integrated Master's at Keele 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 MSci Biochemistry with Integrated Master's at Keele University?
78% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MSci Biochemistry with Integrated Master's at Keele University?
The typical offer is ABB at A level, or 32 points in the IB. The average entrant had 88 UCAS points.
Is MSci Biochemistry with Integrated Master's at Keele University accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
How many students continue on MSci Biochemistry with Integrated Master's at Keele University?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.