Biochemistry
- BSc (Hons)
- 4 Years
- Full-time with time abroad
- 28 September 2026
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
Course summary
BSc Biochemistry with Study in Continental Europe offers an unparalleled blend of molecular biology, advanced research, and a transformative year abroad, mastering both science and a new language. Spending a year at a European partner university will expand your academic insight, offer rich cultural experiences, and achieve fluency in a new language.
In your exciting third year, you’ll study abroad at a leading university in France, Spain, or Germany, depending on your language qualifications. Immerse yourself in a new culture while gaining a unique international perspective on biochemistry!
Why study Biochemistry at Birmingham?
At Birmingham, our course integrates ground breaking research with dynamic teaching, offering a range of tailored options to align with your career goals and passions.
Innovative Lectures: Experience interactive, recorded lectures with instant polling and 'flipped' classroom techniques for deep, engaging learning. Explore topics through problem-solving and group discussions, enhanced by active online participation
Hands-On Practical Classes: Dive into 3-hour lab sessions, working at your own pace with direct guidance from researchers. Develop vital skills and gain real-world experience, crucial for future research careers.
Research-Driven Teaching: Benefit from cutting-edge research that informs your studies, including live projects and past experiments. Engage with world-leading biochemists and apply research findings in practical settings.
Advanced Facilities: Utilize our award-winning virtual lab-casting and state-of-the-art labs for hands-on training. Access high-tech resources during your final-year project to hone your skills and expertise.
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- BSc (Hons) • Full-time with time abroad • 4 Years
Start dates
- 28 September 2026
Apply by
14 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- C701
- Institution code:
- B32
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Birmingham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Apply by
14 January
Application codes
- Course code:
- C701
- Institution code:
- B32
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
UCAS Tariff Not accepted
A level AAB
To include A Level Chemistry and a second science: Biology, Human Biology, Mathematics (or Further Mathematics, or Statistics), Physics.
Specified subjects excluded for entry: General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies, Applied Science, Communication and Culture, Critical Studies, Global Perspectives, Science in Society and World Development.
Minimum of five GCSEs to include Mathematics, English and double award science at grade 4/C, and grade 6/B in a relevant foreign language (French, German or Spanish).
Please note that this course is not suitable for native or bilingual speakers, as improved language skills is one of the main learning outcomes for the year in Europe. Overseas students who would like to spend part of their education in their native country could consider the course Biochemistry with Professional Placement BSc as an alternative, which would allow them to apply for placements outside the UK.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) D*D*D
BTEC National Extended Diploma DDD in Applied Science
BTEC Level 3 National Diploma DD in Applied Science and A Level grade B in Chemistry
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate D* in Applied Science, Applied Human Biology, or Applied Psychology and 2 A Levels at grades AB, with the B in A Level Chemistry.
Or
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate D* in any subject and 2 A Levels with grades AB, to include Chemistry and a second science subject.
Access to HE Diploma
Access to HE (Science) with sufficient Biology and Chemistry content is considered. Contact Admissions Team for details.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme 32 points
6, 6, 5 in Higher Level subjects plus 32 points overall. Higher Level subjects need to include the required subjects as defined for the A Level qualification.
Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.
Contextual admissions
The historic entry grades range shown below includes students admitted with alternative offers through our contextual admissions schemes. These are typically 1 or 2 grades below the standard offer. You can find information on these schemes using the link below.
You can check your eligibility to receive an offer for this course using our Offer Calculator using the same link.
Historical entry grades data
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
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* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
The Government has yet to confirm the tuition fees payable by Home students for 2026/27 and subsequent years. The provisional tuition fee shown above relates to the academic year 2025/26. If Parliament agrees on an increase in tuition fees, the University will increase fees for each year of study normally in line with these changes and will communicate any change in the fees without delay.
For details of the annual tuition fee for International Students please see the course web page listed in the 'course details' section above.
If you are made an offer to study by the University, the yearly tuition fee will be stated in your offer letter.
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