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Biochemistry degrees in the UK

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Biochemistry BSc (Hons)

University of Kent United Kingdom

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Biochemistry MBiol

Nottingham Trent University (NTU) United Kingdom

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Biochemistry (MBiochem) MBiochem

University of St Andrews United Kingdom

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Biomedical Sciences (Biochemistry) BSc

Brunel University London United Kingdom

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Biochemistry BSc

King's College London United Kingdom

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Biochemistry BSc

Lancaster University United Kingdom

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Biochemistry BSc (Hons)

Kingston University London United Kingdom

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Biochemistry BSc

University of Worcester United Kingdom

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Biochemistry with Foundation BSc (Hons)

University of Westminster United Kingdom

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Biochemistry BSc (Hons)

Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) United Kingdom

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Biochemistry MBiol

Aberystwyth University United Kingdom

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Biochemistry BSc (Hons)

Newcastle University United Kingdom

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Biochemistry BSc (Hons)

Northumbria University Newcastle United Kingdom

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Biochemistry BSc (Hons)

University of Hull United Kingdom

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Biochemistry BSc (Hons), MSci

Sheffield Hallam University United Kingdom

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Biochemistry BSc (Hons)

University of Glasgow United Kingdom

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Biochemistry BSc (Hons)

University of East London (UEL) United Kingdom

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All Bachelors Degrees in Biochemistry

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Study a Biochemistry degree in the UK in 2025

Biochemistry is fundamentally the branch of science that brings together both chemistry and biology. It is often practised inside a laboratory and occurs when chemical processes are used to solve biological problems related to living organisms.

Lots of people decide to study biochemistry due to the great effects it can have on the world and the environment, and the variety of life sciences it allows students to explore. Students have the choice of studying biochemistry at the undergraduate or postgraduate level, with multiple study modes available.

The most common biochemistry degree is an undergraduate Bachelor of Science degree. This type of degree takes three years of full time study to complete and they are heavily focused on the principles of chemistry and biology. Common topics covered throughout a biochemistry degree include cell biology, structure of molecules, neurobiology, biochemical techniques, enzymology and microbiology.

In the latter stages of the program students will be able to specialise in various areas of biochemistry that they are particularly interested in. Some programs also allow for students to study a four year course with a year abroad, or a year in the industry.

Other degree types include postgraduate courses which can take as little as 12 months to complete. Normally, students would be required to take an undergraduate degree in biochemistry in order to gain entry to a postgraduate degree. There is also the option to study a foundation degree in biochemistry, or to study biochemistry as part of a combined degree program.

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See our detailed guide to studying in the UK for international students.

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