University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD
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Course summary
Are you interested in life and the human condition?
With practical experience from early term one, you will gain the skills necessary to exploring this exciting topic. You will be trained by tutors who are active in the fields of biochemistry and biology, ensuring that you leave university with the skills needed to be successful in your future career. Our biochemists are experts in a wide variety of specialities, including human disease and cancer.
Through optional modules and research projects, you can tailor the course to focus on the specific areas of biochemistry that interest you.
This four-year MSci course provides you with:
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Various specialisms including an emphasis on human diseases
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A diverse range of optional modules, allowing you to explore your interests or specialise
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Laboratory experience from term one
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Training by tutors who are active in real world research, giving you the skills necessary for your future careers
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Travel while you earn, through studying abroad at our campus in Malaysia or with our other partners
Modules
Your first three years of the course will be the same as our Biochemistry BSc course. During your first year, you'll be introduced to the fundamental aspects of cell biology, biochemistry, genetics and cellular control, as well as core skills in biochemistry. You'll also study essential chemistry modules, exploring topics including molecular structure, bonding and reactivity of organic molecules.
In the second year, your studies continue to go into greater depth. You'll cover structures, functions and analysis of proteins and genes, as well as the mechanisms and purpose of cell-to-cell signalling and metabolic regulation.
You'll undertake a research project in year three, exploring an area of biochemistry that suits your personal interests in the field. This project may be lab, bioinformatics, or literature-based. There's also a large selection of optional modules to expand your learning.
In your fourth year, you’ll complete a year-long research project. This could be lab or literature-based.
There are a range of optional modules to choose from in every year of the course. You will study these alongside core modules.
Assessment method
You'll be assessed through a variety of methods, including: essays, coursework, exams, lab report, presentations and a dissertation.
If the course start date is before 31 December 2025 and you have already submitted an application, this course can be added. If you have not submitted an application, contact the university or college direct.
If the course start date is between 01 January and 31 July 2026 click the 'Apply' button to make an application.
Apply by
29 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:
- C703
- Institution code:
- N84
- Campus name:
- University Park Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of Nottingham 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
29 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- C703
- Institution code:
- N84
- Campus name:
- University Park Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - AAB
including Chemistry and at least one other science subject at A level. A pass is required in science practical tests, if assessed separately.
Acceptable second science subjects are biology, maths, further maths, physics. Maths and further maths are acceptable as second and third A-levels.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD
DDD in Applied Science
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits P: 0 credits
To include 15 distinctions from chemistry modules and 15 distinctions from biology, physics, maths modules
Scottish Higher - AABBB
in combination with grades AA in the Advanced Scottish Highers, including Chemistry and a second science.
Acceptable second science subjects are biology, maths, further maths, physics. Maths and further maths are acceptable as second and third A-levels.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD
DD in Applied Science plus one A-Level in either chemistry, biology, physics, maths, further maths at grade A
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D
Grade D plus A-level grades AB including chemistry and one from biology, physics, maths, further maths
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF)
Applications are assessed on an individual basis
Scottish Advanced Higher - AA
including Chemistry and a second science. Offers made in conjunction with Scottish Highers grades of AABBB.
Acceptable second science subjects are biology, maths, further maths, physics.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 32 points
665 in 3 Higher Level IB certificates, with a 6 and 5 in HL Chemistry and a second HL science subject, in any order OR 32 points overall in the IB Diploma, with a 6 and 5 in HL Chemistry and a second HL science subject, in any order
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024) - B
in combination with 2 science A-levels at AA, to include Chemistry and one other science.
Extended Project - A
If you have already achieved your EPQ at grade A you will automatically be offered one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject. If you are still studying for your EPQ you will receive the standard course offer, and also an alternate offer with a condition of one grade lower in a non-mandatory A level subject if you achieve an A grade in your EPQ. If you qualify for a contextual offer, your EPQ will be taken into consideration and the appropriate adjustment will be made to your offer. Please note that if you qualify for an enhanced contextual offer, your EPQ will not be taken into consideration as we are unable to make any further adjustments to your offer.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal - D3, M1, M2
in principal subjects including Chemistry and a second science.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE English language at grade 4 (C) or above and GCSE Maths at grade 6 (B) are required
T Level
Considered on an individual basis; you may need to take certain modules and achieve a specified grade in those modules. Please contact us to discuss the transferability of your qualification.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | With no less than 6 in each element |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 87 | with minimum 20 in Speaking and 19 in all other elements |
Contextual admissions
Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.
We consider applicants solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential – we use exam grades to prioritise applicants but look at a range of factors and aim to give everyone an equal opportunity to show their achievements.
We understand that background and personal circumstances can have an impact on academic performance at school or college. Applicants who are eligible under our contextual admissions policies may be considered for a reduced contextual offer.
Historical entry grades data BETA
This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.
- Data from:
- This course and 5 other molecular biology, biophysics and biochemistry courses
- Date range:
- 2022-2024
Grades held by accepted students
- A*A*A*
- Highest grades
- BBC
- Lowest grades
Offer rate for UK school & college leavers
Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.
This course has a required grade that may not be listed in the data. Check the entry requirements for the full qualification requirements.
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Channel Islands | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| England | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535* | Year 1 |
| International | £30750* | Year 1 |
| EU | £30750* | Year 1 |
* 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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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