MSci Biochemistry
About this course
MSci in Biochemistry, providing advanced study of biological molecules and cellular processes over four years. Core topics include Data Analysis and Research Methods. The curriculum introduces broad bioscience themes in the first year, followed by specialised study units in later stages.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB including grades AB in Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics and Mathematics (the Core Sciences)
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What students say
Based on about 12 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 93%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 71%
- Academic support: 100%
- Organisation and management: 86%
- Learning resources: 90%
- Student voice: 90%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 8 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 45%
- Further study: 40%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Natural and social science professionals: 10%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 10%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 70 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 43%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 10%
- West Midlands: 6%
- East of England: 6%
- London: 12%
- South East: 9%
- South West: 7%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 3%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Academic Tutorials Year 1
- Biochemistry
- Molecular Biology
- From Molecules to Cells
- Introduction to Laboratory Science
- Introduction to Experimental Biology - Molecular & Cellular Biology
- Genes, Evolution and Development
- Writing and Referencing Skills (online unit)
- Health & Safety online course
- Chemistry for Bioscientists 1
- Chemistry for Bioscientists 2
- History of Biology
- Biodiversity
- Introduction to Microbiology and Immunology
- Body Systems
- Drugs: From Molecules to Man
- Excitable Cells: the Foundations of Neuroscience
- Science & the Modern World
- Bodies in History: An introduction to the History of Medicine
- Academic Tutorials Year 2
- Molecular and Cellular Biology EDM
- Genome Maintenance & Regulation
- Proteins
- Cell Metabolism & Metabolic Control
- Cell Membrane Structure & Function
- Science Communication
- Chemistry of Biomolecules
- Biochemistry RSM
- Cellular Biochemistry RSM
- Molecular Medicine RSM
- The Dynamic Cell
- `Omic Technologies & Resources
- Principles of Developmental Biology
- Principles of Infectious Disease
- Plants for the Future
- Animal Diversity
- Fundamentals of Evolutionary Biology
- Immunology
- Parasitology
- Endocrinology
- Human Anatomy & Histology
- Clinical Drug Development
- Drugs & the Brain
- Membrane Excitability: Ion Channels & Transporters in Action
- Molecules and Cells in Human Disease
- Haematology
- Organismal Genetics
- Introduction to Virology
- Quantitative Biology
- Introduction to Cancer
- From Cholera to COVID-19: A Global History of Epidemics
- LEAP BSL Part 1 (A1.1) Semester 1
- LEAP BSL Part 1 Semester 2 (A1.1)
- Academic Tutorials Year 3
- MSci Project Literature Review and Research Proposal
- MSci Experimental Skills Module
- Biochemistry - Essay Paper
- Biochemistry - Problem Paper
- Chemistry of Biological Processes (E)
- Post-Genome Biology
- Structural Biology
- Glycobiology: Glycan Function in Health & Disease
- Biochemical Basis of Disease
- Advanced Immunology
- Gene Regulation & Disease
- Evolution of Genes, Genomes & Systems
- Protein Sorting
- Cell Signalling
- Green Biotechnology
- Human Reproductive Biology
- Advanced Endocrinology
- Toxins, Toxicants & Toxicity
- Neuroinflammation in Health & Disease
- Membrane Transport and Signalling in Health & Disease
- Neuropharmacology of Human Health
- Molecular Biology of Cancer
- Stem Cells
- Cell Adhesion
- Role of Diagnostics in Medicine
- Introduction to Nanomedicine
- MSci Bioinformatics Tools and Resources
- Computational Approaches to Biology
- MSci Reproducible Data Science
- MSci Research Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MSci Biochemistry at University of Manchester earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £26,000 after 3 years, £33,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,500 and £46,500. The £33,500 median after five years is £500 more than the UK median for Molecular biology, biophysics and biochemistry.
What do graduates of MSci Biochemistry at University of Manchester do next?
80% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MSci Biochemistry at University of Manchester?
93% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MSci Biochemistry at University of Manchester?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 169 UCAS points.
Is MSci Biochemistry at University of Manchester accredited?
Yes. This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.
How many students continue on MSci Biochemistry at University of Manchester?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.