Overview

All Biochemistry with Research Abroad programme from Imperial students follow the same core modules for the first two years, including biological chemistry, molecular biology, integrative cell biology and genes and genomics.

Quick Facts:

This gives you a solid grounding in the fundamental topics, and prepares you for advanced study.
You spend your third year conducting research in a medical, industrial or other relevant biochemical setting overseas, and the Department has links with various partner universities in Europe.
In your final year you have increased freedom to follow your own interests by choosing from a wide range of optional modules on topics such as synthetic biology, cancer and bioinformatics. You will also complete a substantial project or dissertation.
Life sciences graduates enjoy excellent career opportunities. Many of our graduates go on to study for a higher degree in the field, typically starting with a Master’s degree, followed by a PhD and a career in academic research or industry. Other opportunities for Life Sciences graduates include government and industrial research, public health, and careers in business.

Recent graduates of the Department have become:

Bioinformatics Data Analyst, Multinational healthcare company

Senior Associate, Management consulting firm

Co-founder, Biochemical startup

Pharmacy Technical Officer, NHS

Senior Analyst, Medical communications and health economics agency

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Biological Chemistry

Cell Biology

Molecular Biology

Enzymes and Metabolism

Genes and Genomics

Integrative Cell Biology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

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125

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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PTE Academic

69

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IELTS

7

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Credits

150 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Educational Research Bioinformatics & Biostatistics Biochemistry View 19 other Bachelors in Educational Research 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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125

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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PTE Academic

69

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

UCAS course code: Apply initially for BSc Biochemistry (C700)

A-levels

Minimum entry standards:

A in Chemistry

A in Biology, Mathematics or Physics

A in another subject

International Baccalaureate

Minimum entry standards:

6 in Chemistry at higher level

6 in Biology, Mathematics or Physics at higher level

Advanced Placements

5 in Chemistry

5 in Biology, Physics (1 or 2 or C) or Calculus (AB or BC)

5 in another subject (excluding Art, Music and languages other than English)

Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

45500 GBP / year

≈ 45500 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Additional Details

Year abroad

National: £1,430

International: 15% of the fee

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 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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Key information

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Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

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Additional Details

Living costs

London

Funding

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