BSc Biochemistry with a Year in Professional Practice
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry with a Year in Professional Practice, a biochemistry degree focusing on molecular and cellular processes, metabolism, and biomolecules. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Entrepreneurship, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The course includes a compulsory professional placement year. The first year covers foundational concepts through compulsory modules such as Bioscience Skills: Introduction to Experimental Techniques and Data Analysis, Molecules of Life, Human Anatomy and Physiology, The Chemistry of Life, Bioscience Skills: Advancing Experimental Techniques and Data Analysis, and From Cells to Evolution. The second year builds on this with compulsory studies in Molecular Genetics, Bioscience Skills: Developing as an Independent Scientist, Cellular Organisation and Processes, Metabolism and Metabolic Regulation, and The Microbial World, alongside optional modules like Immunology or Neuroscience. The final year includes core work on a Research Project and Proteins: Structure, Function and Analysis, while optional choices allow students to explore topics such as Enterprise and Entrepreneurship, Neuroscience, Frontiers in Virology and Immunology, Cancer Biology and Therapy, Applied Bioinformatics and Genomics, Biology of Ageing, or Science Communication & Public Engagement.
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Entry requirements
A level: BBB including Biology grade B AND Chemistry grade B or Applied Science Double Award at BB, including the practical endorsement of any science qualifications taken. IB: 30 points overall or 15 points at HL, including Chemistry and Biology 5 at HL or 6 at SL, plus Mathematics 4 at HL or SL
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What students say
Based on about 16 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 96%
- Learning opportunities: 94%
- Assessment and feedback: 82%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 90%
- Learning resources: 86%
- Student voice: 87%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 55 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 95%
- Left higher education: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 10 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 15%
- Unemployed: 15%
Most common jobs
- Administrative occupations: 20%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 20%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 45%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 40 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 5%
- East Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 35%
- London: 25%
- South East: 30%
- South West: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 30 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 95%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 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): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Bioscience Skills: Introduction to Experimental Techniques and Data Analysis
- Molecules of Life
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- The Chemistry of Life
- Bioscience Skills: Advancing Experimental Techniques and Data Analysis
- From Cells to Evolution
- Molecular Genetics
- Bioscience Skills: Developing as an Independent Scientist
- Cellular Organisation and Processes
- Metabolism and Metabolic Regulation
- The Microbial World
- Immunology
- Neuroscience
- Research Project
- Proteins: Structure, Function and Analysis
- Enterprise and Entrepreneurship
- Neuroscience
- Frontiers in Virology and Immunology
- Cancer Biology and Therapy
- Applied Bioinformatics and Genomics
- Biology of Ageing
- Science Communication & Public Engagement
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biochemistry with a Year in Professional Practice at University of Kent earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £27,000 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £29,000 and £40,000. The £33,000 median after five years is the same as the UK median for Molecular biology, biophysics and biochemistry.
What do graduates of BSc Biochemistry with a Year in Professional Practice at University of Kent 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 with a Year in Professional Practice at University of Kent?
96% 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 a Year in Professional Practice at University of Kent?
The typical offer is BBB at A level, or 30 points in the IB. The average entrant had 99 UCAS points.
Is BSc Biochemistry with a Year in Professional Practice at University of Kent 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).
Does BSc Biochemistry with a Year in Professional Practice at University of Kent include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Biochemistry with a Year in Professional Practice at University of Kent?
95% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.