Overview

The Biology and Chemistry programme offered by Durham University is meticulously crafted to equip students with the foundational knowledge and practical skills in Biochemistry and Bioactive Chemistry.

Key Facts

The transferable skills gained also prepare you for a career in sectors such as product development, health sciences and pharmaceuticals business, finance and education. The curriculum links academic theory with practical experience taught by subject discipline specialists.

In Year 1 you will study the fundamental aspects of biology and chemistry that are the basics of scientific research.

Year 2 concentrates on providing the skills required for research-led learning.

Year 3 places a strong emphasis on research, with the taught content directly linked to research being carried out.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Molecules and Cells
Genetics
Core Chemistry
Practical Chemistry
Mathematical and Experimental Tools
Linear Algebra and Calculus

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

120

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Durham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Chemistry Biology 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.

English requirements

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120

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A level offer – A*AA
including A*A in Mathematics and Chemistry in any order.
Contextual offer – AAB
including AA in any order in Mathematics and Chemistry OR A*AC including A*A in Mathematics and Chemistry.
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma/OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma – D*DD and A*A in Mathematics and Chemistry in any order is required.
IB Diploma score – 37 points overall including 76 in Maths Analysis & Approaches and Chemistry in any order and 6 in one other Higher Level subject.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

34500 GBP / year

≈ 34500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Living costs

Durham

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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