BSc Biochemistry with Foundation Year
About this course
BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry, covering biological molecules, metabolism, and molecular biology. Core topics include Data Analysis, Mathematical Modelling, Laboratory Techniques, and Research Methods. The course includes a Foundation Year to support entry into undergraduate study, followed by a supervised final-year research project.
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Entry requirements
72 UCAS points required from level 3 qualifications. These can be from any of the following in any subject: A-Level International Baccalaureate BTEC Extended Diploma BTEC Diploma Access Course You also need GCSE English and Maths (grade 9 – 4 / A* - C) or Level 2 equivalents.
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What students say
Based on about 18 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 78%
- Assessment and feedback: 78%
- Academic support: 89%
- Organisation and management: 74%
- Learning resources: 95%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
Who gets in
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 85%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Gold for student experience, Bronze for student outcomes.
Modules
- Applied Health Professions
- Introduction to Applied Science
- Laboratory Practice
- Mathematics: Essential Skills for Scientific Study
- Personalised Learning
- Study Skills for Success
- Cell and Microbiology
- Essential Skills for Bioscientists
- Fundamentals of Chemistry
- Fundamentals of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Genetics and Disease
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Bioinformatics and Systems Biology
- Research, Development and Leadership
- Genetics and Evolution
- Proteins and Enzymes
- Cell Metabolism
- Fundamentals of Pharmacology
- Clinical Biochemistry
- Infection and Immunity
- Final Year Research Project
- Biochemical Basis of Disease
- Applied Molecular Medicine
- Antimicrobial, Antineoplastic and Neuropharmacology
- Cardiovascular, Respiratory and Renal Pharmacology
- Drug Discovery and Development
- Population Genetics and Genomics
Questions about this course
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Biochemistry with Foundation Year at University of West London?
88% 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 West London?
The average entrant had 103 UCAS points.
Does BSc Biochemistry with Foundation Year at University of West London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Biochemistry with Foundation Year at University of West London?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.