BSc Medical Biochemistry with Integrated Foundation Year
Royal Holloway, University of London
About this course
BSc in Biochemistry, exploring the molecular basis of disease through the chemical processes of living systems. Core topics include laboratory techniques, data analysis, statistics, research methods, and clinical skills. The programme includes an integrated foundation year, and an optional industry placement year begins at the end of year 2. In the final year, students carry out a laboratory-based independent research project.
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Entry requirements
A level: CCC-CCD (This course is suitable for non-standard entrants, including mature returners to study with Science qualifications below the standard required for entry to a degree. Required subjects: Biology A-level We require English Language and Mathematics GCSE at grade 4(C). T-levels We accept T-levels for admission to our undergraduate courses, with the following grades regarded as equivalent to our standard A-level requirements: AAA* – Distinction (A* on the core and distinction in the occupational specialism) AAA – Distinction BBB – Merit CCC – Pass (C or above on the core) DDD – Pass (D or E on the core) Where a course specifies subject-specific requirements at A-level, T-level applicants are likely to be asked to offer this A-level alongside their T-level studies.)
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What students say
Based on about 88 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Teaching on my course: 90%
- Learning opportunities: 92%
- Assessment and feedback: 74%
- Academic support: 88%
- Organisation and management: 93%
- Learning resources: 87%
- Student voice: 90%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 90 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 98%
- Left higher education: 2%
What graduates do next
Based on about 15 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 45%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 25%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 30%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Natural and social science professionals: 5%
- Secretarial and related occupations: 5%
- Teaching Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 100%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 40%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 85 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 3%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 1%
- East of England: 13%
- London: 45%
- South East: 27%
- South West: 6%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 175 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 95%
- Baccalaureate: 1%
- Access course: 2%
- Other HE qualification: 1%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Foundation Mathematics for Life Scientists
- Global and Planetary Health
- Foundation Life Sciences and The Environment
- Foundation Practical Skills and Research (Biological Sciences)
- Foundation Statistics for Life Sciences
- Environmental Science for Foundation Life Sciences
- Life Sciences II: Organ Systems
- Becoming a Bioscientist
- Cell Biology and the Origin of Life
- Genetics
- Chemistry of Life
- Fundamental Biochemistry
- Protein Biochemistry and Enzymology
- Introductory Animal Physiology
- Introduction to Human Physiology
- Academic Integrity
- Bioenergetics and Metabolism
- Protein Structure and Function
- Molecular Biology
- Immunology
- Neuronal and Cellular Signalling
- Physical Biochemistry for Life Scientists
- Professional Skills and Employability
- Microbiology
- Cell Dynamics: Division and Movement
- Human Physiology in Health and Disease
- Developmental Biology
- Pharmacology and Toxicology
- Natural Product Biochemistry and Sustainability
- Dissertation - Extended Essay
- Individual Research Project
- Nutrition and Medical Biochemistry
- Cell and Molecular Neuroscience
- Clinical Diagnosis of Disease
- Biology of Parasitic Diseases
- Evolutionary Medicine
- Biotechnology in a Changing World
- Molecular and Medical Microbiology
- Applications of Genetic Engineering in Health and Disease
- Cell and Molecular Biology of Cancer
- Functional Genomics, Proteomics and Bioformatics
- Human Embryology
- Molecular Basis of Inherited Disease
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Medical Biochemistry with Integrated Foundation Year at Royal Holloway, University of London earn?
The median salary is £25,500 after 15 months, £27,500 after 3 years, £36,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £28,500 and £46,000. The £36,000 median after five years is £3,000 more than the UK median for Molecular biology, biophysics and biochemistry.
What do graduates of BSc Medical Biochemistry with Integrated Foundation Year at Royal Holloway, University of London do next?
75% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Medical Biochemistry with Integrated Foundation Year at Royal Holloway, University of London?
90% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Medical Biochemistry with Integrated Foundation Year at Royal Holloway, University of London?
The typical offer is CCC at A level. The average entrant had 99 UCAS points.
Does BSc Medical Biochemistry with Integrated Foundation Year at Royal Holloway, University of London 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 Medical Biochemistry with Integrated Foundation Year at Royal Holloway, University of London?
98% of students continued into their second year, and 2% left higher education.