BSc Biochemistry with Foundation Year
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry, exploring the chemical processes that underpin living organisms. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Mathematical Modelling, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Fieldwork. The programme is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology and includes a final-year independent research project.
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Entry requirements
UCAS tariff: 64 points. A level: 64 UCAS points. At least one full A level is required. BTEC: MPP T level: Pass (D or E on the core) - Science only accepted subject Access to HE: 64 UCAS points from a QAA Approved Level 3 Access to HE Diploma. GCSE: In addition to Level 3 requirements, you must have evidence of Level 2 GCSE English and Maths at Grade C/4 or above. Scottish Highers: 64 UCAS points from Higher Level. At least one full Higher level is required. Irish Leaving Certificate: 64 UCAS points from Higher Level. At least one full Higher level is required. IB: 26 points.
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What students say
Based on about 24 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 85%
- Learning opportunities: 82%
- Assessment and feedback: 76%
- Academic support: 83%
- Organisation and management: 79%
- Learning resources: 85%
- Student voice: 83%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 16 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 5%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 25%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 20%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 5%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 85%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 20%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 40%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 20 graduates, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- North West: 85%
- London: 10%
- South West: 5%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Chemical Principles
- Scientific Methods
- Data Handling
- Professional Communications
- Biological Principles
- Science for Health
- Biological Chemistry
- Genetics
- Introduction to Organic Chemistry
- Biochemical and Pharmaceutical Skills
- Introductory Biochemistry
- Cell Biology
- Clinical and Molecular Genetics
- Fundamentals of Biochemistry
- Chemical and Biochemical Research Skills
- Human Physiology
- Genomics and Proteomics
- Medical Biochemistry
- Biochemistry of Drugs and Disease
- Current Topics in Biochemistry
- Final Year Project and Professional Skills
- Science and Industry BSc Hons
- Cancer: Bench to Bedside
- Biotechnology
- Clinical Immunology
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biochemistry with Foundation Year at University of Salford earn?
The median salary is £26,000 after 15 months, £22,000 after 3 years, £24,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £16,000 and £32,000. The £24,500 median after five years is £8,500 less than the UK median for Molecular biology, biophysics and biochemistry.
What do graduates of BSc Biochemistry with Foundation Year at University of Salford 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 Biochemistry with Foundation Year at University of Salford?
85% 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 Foundation Year at University of Salford?
The typical offer is 26 points in the IB. The average entrant had 79 UCAS points.
Does BSc Biochemistry with Foundation Year at University of Salford include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Biochemistry with Foundation Year at University of Salford?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.