BSc Biochemistry and Biotechnology
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry and Biosciences, incorporating biotechnology. Core topics include laboratory techniques, research methods, data analysis, statistics, and ethics and professional practice. Short work placements are available at multiple levels, and the final year includes an independent research project and dissertation.
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Entry requirements
UCAS tariff points You will need one of the following: 112 UCAS points (standard offer), or 96 UCAS points (contextual offer) Read more about contextual offer eligibility. Points must come from a Level 3 qualification listed on the UCAS tariff calculator. Accepted qualifications We accept: A Levels in at least two subjects, including a grade B in Biology or Chemistry BTEC Extended Diploma – DMM (standard) / MMM (contextual) in Applied Science or a relevant (science-based) subject BTEC Diploma – D*D* (standard) / DD (contextual) in a relevant subject Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject T Levels International Baccalaureate – 24 points including a minimum of 15 points at Higher Level, including Higher Level Grade 4 in Biology or Chemistry We also welcome applications from students who are taking Level 3 or higher qualifications not on the UCAS tariff calculator. These are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Additional requirements You will also need: GCSE English Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in English GCSE Mathematics Grade 4/C or Level 2 Functional Skills in Mathematics International qualifications We accept a wide range of European and international qualifications in addition to A-levels, the International Baccalaureate and BTEC qualifications. Please visit our International page for full details.
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What students say
Based on about 12 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 73%
- Learning opportunities: 81%
- Assessment and feedback: 72%
- Academic support: 86%
- Organisation and management: 61%
- Learning resources: 86%
- Student voice: 67%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 65%
- Left higher education: 35%
What graduates do next
Based on about 18 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 75%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Engineering professionals: 25%
- Skilled trades occupations: 20%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 15%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 65%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 60%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 35%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 105 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 1%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 2%
- East Midlands: 1%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 9%
- London: 72%
- South East: 4%
- South West: 3%
- Wales: 1%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Access course: 5%
- A degree: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Bronze for student experience, Silver for student outcomes.
Modules
- Mental Wealth and Professional Fitness
- Health and Education Study Skills
- Health and Education Analytical Skills
- Media and Communication Skills
- Fundamental Chemistry and Biology
- Professional Practice in Science (Mental Wealth)
- Cell Biology
- Fundamentals of Analytical Chemistry
- Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Fundamentals in Microbiology
- Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry
- Level 4 Short Work Placement
- Infection & Immunity
- Molecular Biology & Genetics
- Principles of Biotechnology
- Research & Career Development - Mental Wealth
- Cellular Biochemistry
- Organic Mechanisms of Synthesis
- Applications of Biotechnology and Biochemistry
- DNA Analysis and Bioinformatics
- Protein Biochemistry and Proteomics
- Biopharmaceuticals
- Research Project and Career Enhancement Portfolio (Mental Wealth)
- Level 6 Short Work Placement
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Natural Products and Discovery
- Medicinal Chemistry
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Biochemistry and Biotechnology at University of East London earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £33,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £44,000. The £33,500 median after five years is £500 more than the UK median for Molecular biology, biophysics and biochemistry.
What do graduates of BSc Biochemistry and Biotechnology at University of East London 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 and Biotechnology at University of East London?
73% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Biochemistry and Biotechnology at University of East London?
The typical offer is 24 points in the IB. The average entrant had 86 UCAS points.
Does BSc Biochemistry and Biotechnology at University of East 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 Biochemistry and Biotechnology at University of East London?
65% of students continued into their second year, and 35% left higher education.