BSc Biochemistry (Extended Degree)
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry (Extended Degree), a biochemistry degree exploring the molecular and chemical foundations of biological systems. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Communication & Writing, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The course begins with a compulsory foundation year and includes options for an industrial placement year or a study abroad year. The first year covers fundamentals through Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry, Principles of Chemical Structure, Cell Biology and Genetics, and Practical Skills. The second year examines Molecular Biology and Genetics, Human Metabolism, Bioinformatics and Molecular Biology, and Organic Chemistry. Final-year studies feature the Biomedical and Biological Sciences Research Project, Advanced Analytical Techniques, and Natural Product and Medicinal Chemistry, with optional modules available in Genomics and Industrial Biochemistry and Biocatalysis.
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Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff: 56 to 72 Tariff Points Subject requirements: There are no specific subject requirements for this course.
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What students say
Based on about 14 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (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, across similar courses at this university (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, across similar courses at this university (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, across similar courses at this university (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
- Scientific and Numeracy Skills
- Practical Skills in Science
- Research and Science Communication Project
- Introduction to Biology
- Introduction to Chemistry
- Digital Literacy
- 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 (Extended Degree) 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 (Extended Degree) 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 (Extended Degree) 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 (Extended Degree) at Northumbria University?
The typical offer is CA at A level. The average entrant had 124 UCAS points.
Does BSc Biochemistry (Extended Degree) 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 (Extended Degree) at Northumbria University?
80% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.