BSc Biochemistry
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry, examining biological processes at the molecular level. Core topics include Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Communication & Writing, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. Students complete a final-year research project and can optionally undertake an industrial placement year or a study abroad period.
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Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff: 96 to 112 Tariff Points Subject requirements: Grade B in A-level Biology or Chemistry (with both Biology and Chemistry having been studied), or recognised equivalents.
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What students say
Based on about 14 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 95%
- Assessment and feedback: 82%
- Academic support: 96%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 100%
- Student voice: 85%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 80%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 20%
What graduates do next
Based on about 7 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 25%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Sales occupations: 20%
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 40%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 50%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 245 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 67%
- North West: 8%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 15%
- East Midlands: 2%
- East of England: 2%
- London: 3%
- South East: 2%
- Scotland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 70%
- Access course: 20%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry
- Principles of Chemical Structure
- Cell Biology and Genetics
- Practical Skills
- Introduction to Biological and Medicinal Chemistry
- Practical and Professional Skills for Chemists
- Skills for Academic Success in a UK University
- Molecular Biology and Genetics
- Human Metabolism
- Bioinformatics and Molecular Biology
- Organic Chemistry
- Analytical Methods
- Bioscience Research & Analysis
- Study Abroad
- Industrial Placement Year
- Biomedical and Biological Sciences Research Project
- Advanced Analytical Techniques
- Genomics
- Natural Product and Medicinal Chemistry
- Industrial Biochemistry and Biocatalysis
- Current Topics in Biochemistry
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biochemistry at Northumbria University earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £23,500 after 3 years, £29,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £24,500 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 BSc Biochemistry at Northumbria University 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 at Northumbria University?
92% 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 Northumbria University?
The typical offer is CA at A level. The average entrant had 124 UCAS points.
Does BSc Biochemistry at Northumbria University include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Biochemistry at Northumbria University?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.