Overview

The Biochemistry (Honours) programme from Newcastle University explores how cell components are formed and interact at a molecular level. You'll develop your understanding of what causes diseases such as cancer, and how powerful new technologies can be used in drug design and synthesis.

They're a National Centre of Excellence in biomedical research and our world-leading, expert staff teach on our degree programmes. This means you graduate with cutting-edge knowledge in human health and disease.

Biochemistry is the study of life at the molecular level and this degree mainly focuses on human body functions. You’ll also explore the chemical processes that occur in cells of other living organisms, from bacteria to humans.

Alongside improving your knowledge and skills in molecular biology, biomedical sciences and biotechnology, you'll also learn industry-standard analytical techniques. The programmes have been designed with employers, to ensure you graduate with the skills you need to succeed. These are used to discover or design new drugs.

Career opportunities:

Graduates from the Biochemistry degrees have gone on to work in internationally recognised companies, such as:

BUPA

Helena Biosciences Europe

Cellmark

Fujifilm Diosynth Biotechnologies

Quantum Pharmaceutical

GlaxoSmithKline Plc

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Molecules of Life

Infectious Threats: past, present and future

Core Skills in Biosciences

Core Concepts in Biosciences

Therapeutic Mechanisms

Cells to Systems

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Chemistry Biology Biochemistry View 468 other Bachelors in Biology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

A Level:

AAB including Biology or Chemistry, plus at least one from: Mathematics or Further Mathematics; Physics; Psychology; Biology; or Chemistry. General Studies, Use of Mathematics, World Development, Communication and Culture and Critical Thinking not accepted. GCSE Chemistry, Biology (minimum grade A or 7) or Combined Science (minimum grade A A or 7 7) required if Biology or Chemistry are not offered at A or AS Level.

International Baccalaureate:

34 points with Biology or Chemistry and another science at Higher Level grade 5 or above. They regard Mathematics, Physics, Psychology, Biology and Chemistry as acceptable science subjects. Standard Level Chemistry or Biology required at grade 5 if not offered at Higher Level.

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Tuition Fees

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30900 GBP / year

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Living costs

Newcastle upon Tyne

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560 - 991 GBP / month

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