About the course

Biochemistry combines the study of the biology and chemistry of living organisms to allow us to understand the molecular basis of life. Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, the aim of this Biochemistry degree is to equip you with knowledge and skills relating to how biomolecules function to maintain the physiology of microbes, plants and animals.

　　You will have the opportunity to run your own experiments, collate and analyse your data and report results.

　　Biochemistry at the University of Glasgow has a particular focus on practical laboratory work, allowing you hands-on experience of major techniques including DNA technology, characterisation of proteins and bioinformatics. Biochemistry can be taken as an MSci, which includes an additional placement year, between the third and final years of the degree. This is normally spent doing research in industry or an organisation such as a research institute in the UK or overseas

　　This degree programme is professionally accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. You’ll be taught by world-leading biochemists, whose research is making a world-changing impact in areas such as structural biology, plant science, bioinformatics, cell engineering and cellular signalling.

　　You will be well equipped for a wide variety of careers both inside and outside of science. Many of our graduates work in research laboratories in academic institutions, or in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry. Around half of our graduates go on to further study. Recent graduates have also secured positions in non-science careers as diverse as accountancy, IT, journalism and government. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: GB£111,720

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Glasgow
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Glasgow

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Glasgow

A-LEVELS

　　Standard academic entry requirements: AAB.

　　Minimum academic entry requirements: BBB.

　　Other mandatory requirements: Biology or Human Biology or Chemistry A-level at Grades A or B.

　　INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE

　　Standard academic entry requirements: 36 points including three HL subjects at 6,6,5

　　Minimum academic entry requirements: 32 points including three HL subjects at 6,5,5

　　Other mandatory requirements: Minimum of two relevant Science subjects at HL: SL6 will be considered for one. Biology or Human Biology or Chemistry at SL6 or HL6.

　　International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training):

　　overall score 6.5

　　no sub-test less than 6.0

　　or equivalent scores in another recognised qualification (see below)

　　ibTOEFL*: 90, no sub-test less than: Reading: 20, Listening: 19, Speaking: 19, Writing: 23

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Glasgow. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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