
Biochemistry BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Biochemistry BSc (Hons)
Biochemistry attempts to understand the complex array of molecules and their interactions which come together to create all living things. Our state-of-the-art Science Teaching Hub provides high-tech teaching labs and research grade equipment to support your learning. The digitally focused environment allows you to gain sought after skills to help you thrive in the workplace.
Biochemistry lies at the interface between biology and medicine. Whether it be single-celled bacteria or the trillions of cells found in humans, all of the fundamental processes of the cell happen at ...
Biochemistry attempts to understand the complex array of molecules and their interactions which come together to create all living things. Our state-of-the-art Science Teaching Hub provides high-tech teaching labs and research grade equipment to support your learning. The digitally focused environment allows you to gain sought after skills to help you thrive in the workplace.<br/><br/>Biochemistry lies at the interface between biology and medicine. Whether it be single-celled bacteria or the trillions of cells found in humans, all of the fundamental processes of the cell happen at the biochemical level. Understanding these processes can provide insights into subjects ranging from the evolution of life to developing treatments for common conditions such as diabetes, cancer and obesity.<br/><br/>On any given day people who graduated with an Aberdeen Biochemistry degree will be analysing water samples for pollution, designing new life-saving medicines, producing new nanotechnologies, examining nutrient content in food and drink, helping people conceive in IVF clinics or selling scientific equipment to labs around the world.<br/><br/>This degree programme covers many areas of biochemistry at the molecular, cellular and organ system levels. Additionally, you will gain an in depth understanding of selected aspects of biochemistry which will reflect the research expertise and strengths within the University.<br/><br/>**We are ranked 1st in the UK for Anatomy and Physiology in The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024.<br/>We are ranked 1st in the UK for Anatomy and Physiology in The Times & Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023.**
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
14/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C700
Institution Code
A20
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
B,B,B,B
Applicants who have achieved BBBB (or better), are encouraged to apply and will be considered. Good performance in additional Highers/ Advanced Highers may be required. Must achieve at least BB from two science or mathematics subjects. C at Advanced Higher may substitute for B at Higher. Standard Grades 1, 2 or 3 or Int 2, or National 5 at grades A, B or C in English, Mathematics and in either Chemistry or Physics.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
A minimum of 32 points, with a minimum of 5 points at HL required from 2 Science or Maths subjects. For Second Year entry: a minimum of 34 points with a minimum of 6 at HL in the subject(s) nominated for Honours. A minimum of Standard Level English and Maths also required.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
A minimum of DDM with the main subjects being Science or Maths. Also required: GCSE at C or above in English or English Language, Mathematics and in either Chemistry, or Physics or Dual Award Science.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2,H2,H2,H3,H3
5 subjects at Higher, with 3 at H2 and 2 at H3. 2 Science or Mathematics subjects required at minimum H3.
Scottish Advanced Higher
A,B,B
For Second Year entry a minimum of 3 AH at ABB, a minimum of two must be Science or Maths subjects (including the subject(s) nominated for Honours). Standard Grades 1, 2 or 3 or Int 2, or National 5 at grades A, B or C in English, Mathematics and in either Chemistry or Physics.
Scottish HNC
Pass
Satisfactory completion of HNC Applied Sciences (120 SCQF credit points) B in all Graded Units
Scottish HND
Pass
Satisfactory completion of HND Applied Sciences (240 SCQF credit points) B in Graded Unit 1. A in Graded Unit 2. Curriculum to include Human Metabolism (H92D 35) Satisfactory completion of HND Applied Biological Sciences (240 SCQF credit points) A in all Graded Units.
Foundation Apprenticeship (SCQF Level 6)
Pass
Foundation Apprenticeship: One FA is equivalent to a Higher at A. It cannot replace any required subjects.
A level
B,B,C
A minimum of 3 A Levels at BBC - at least 2 from Science or Maths subjects. To be considered for entry into Second Year, a minimum of 3 A Levels at ABB, with AB from 2 science or maths subjects (including the subject(s) nominated for Honours - an A in the subject for Single Honours or AB in the subjects for Joint Honours). Also required: GCSE at C or above in English or English Language, Mathematics and in either Chemistry, or Physics or Dual Award Science.
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