Overview

The foundation of our Biochemistry (Honours) degree at the University of Westminster is our thriving research in diverse areas of biochemistry, including biotechnology, cancer biology, membrane transport, molecular diagnostics and therapeutics, plant biochemistry, and protein structure.

The University of Westminster and its courses are located in London.

Key facts

In this degree, you'll gain a sound foundation in chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biology and analytical biochemical techniques. You will have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in gene editing using cutting-edge tools such as CRISPR.

Your laboratory and research skills will be developed throughout your degree, culminating in your final-year project in which you'll undertake original research of your own.

Prepare for your career

Studying biochemistry will equip you for a career in a range of areas including the pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology, biomedicine, environmental sustainability and food security.

Job roles

Biochemistry graduates work in a wide range of areas including:

Biotechnology

Biomedicine

Environmental sustainability

Food security

Pharmaceuticals

Accreditation

This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biochemistry

Biological Chemistry

Cell Biology

Human Physiology

Metabolic Biochemistry

Molecular Biology and Genetics

Proteins and Enzymes

Research Methods

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-14 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-09-03 00:00:00 , National

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International deadline – Clearing closes to international applicants on 16 August Home deadline – Clearing closes to home applicants on 30 August

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

78

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PTE Academic

59

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Chemistry Biochemistry Genetics View 359 other Bachelors in Chemistry 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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TOEFL^® IBT

78

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59

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IELTS

6

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General requirements

A levels – CCC (96 UCAS Tariff points), with two science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths

T levels – 96 UCAS Tariff points in Science

International Baccalaureate – 96 UCAS Tariff points from the IB including a minimum of 4 in two HL science subjects

BTEC Extended Diploma – MMM in Applied Science

BTEC Diploma – DD in Applied Science

Access – 96 UCAS Tariff points from the Access course in Science

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17600 GBP / year

≈ 17600 GBP / year
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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

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