BSc Biochemistry with placement
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry, exploring life processes through molecular and cellular mechanisms over a duration of 4 years. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, Clinical Skills, and Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning. The curriculum is delivered within a research-active environment focusing on health, disease, and ageing processes.
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB-BBB / Required subjects: Biology or Chemistry and a second science or mathematics subject. IB: 33-32 / Required subjects: Biology or Chemistry HL5/SL6 and a second science or mathematics subject HL5/SL6. BTEC: DDD-DDM in Applied Science.
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What students say
Based on about 10 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 93%
- Assessment and feedback: 74%
- Academic support: 82%
- Organisation and management: 89%
- Learning resources: 83%
- Student voice: 98%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 20 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 10 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Further study: 20%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 25%
- Administrative occupations: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Information Technology Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 70%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 60 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 3%
- East Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 19%
- London: 20%
- South East: 44%
- South West: 7%
- Wales: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 30 students who started
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Cell Biology
- Microbiology: An Introduction To The Microbial World
- Exploring Biosciences - Skills For Success
- Introduction To Principles Of Physiology And Practical Skills
- Molecular Biology And Genetics - Genes And Their Function
- Practical And Biomedical Bacteriology
- Principles Of Evolution
- Fundamental Chemistry And Biochemistry
- Biochemistry - Enzymes And Metabolism
- Molecular Biology And Genetics: From Genes To Biological Function
- Integration Of Physiological Systems
- Neuroscience, From Neurones To Behaviour
- Medical Microbiology
- Analytical And Clinical Biochemistry
- Introduction To Immunology
- Pathology And Medicine
- Pharmacology: Introduction To Drug Action
- Biochemistry - Receptors And Energy Metabolism
- Advanced Pharmacology - Selected Topics In Drug Action
- Advanced Topics In Molecular And Cellular Immunology
- Systems Biology For Health And Disease
- Human Genetics In The 21St Century
- Cancer - Pathogenesis And Therapeutics
- Neuroscience: From Molecules To Mind
- Biological Rhythms
- Mechanistic Toxicology And Pharmacokinetics
- Research Project
- Professional Training Module
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biochemistry with placement at University of Surrey earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £27,500 after 3 years, £35,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £44,000. The £35,000 median after five years is £2,000 more than the UK median for Molecular biology, biophysics and biochemistry.
What do graduates of BSc Biochemistry with placement at University of Surrey 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 with placement at University of Surrey?
91% 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 placement at University of Surrey?
The typical offer is ABB at A level. The average entrant had 109 UCAS points.
How many students continue on BSc Biochemistry with placement at University of Surrey?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.