BSc (Hons) Biochemistry with a Placement Year
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Key Details
- Award
- Degree of Bachelor of Science
- UCAS Course Code
- C720
- Typical Offer
- AAB (specific subject requirements apply)
- Contextual Offer
- BBB
- Course Length
- 4 years
- Course Start Date
- September 2024
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Why you should choose us
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UEA is ranked 17th overall for research quality in Biological Science
The Times Higher Education REF 2021 Analysis100%
Of graduates go on to work and/or study within 15 months after the course
Graduate Outcome Survey 2022Placement Year and Study Abroad
On this course, you’ll spend your third year working on a placement that is relevant to your interests, gaining experience and skills that are highly valued by future employers. You will be expected to seek your own work placement and, by the start of your second year, you will be asked to write a CV and apply to a range of organisations. Not only will this ensure that you work within your preferred field, it will also provide you with the essential job-hunting skills you will require after graduation. We will, of course, offer our guidance and support whilst you are identifying and negotiating placement opportunities.
During this placement year, you’ll be supported by a workplace supervisor and a mentor from the university. You and your supervisor will feed back during the placement to ensure that it is progressing well, and your UEA mentor will visit you during the year.
Please note that we cannot guarantee any student a work placement as this decision rests with potential employers.
If you are unable to secure a work placement by the end of your second year, you will have the option to apply to transfer onto the equivalent degree programme without a placement year or the Biochemistry MSci degree.
Accreditations
This course has received Advanced Accreditation from the Royal Society of Biology. Advanced accreditation recognises academic excellence in the biosciences, and highlights degrees that educate the research and development leaders and innovators of the future. The advanced accreditation criteria require evidence that graduates meet defined sets of learning outcomes, including substantial research experience.
Employability
After the Course
Your biochemistry degree could lead to a broad range of employment and postgraduate opportunities. You may go on to work in biotechnology, medicinal chemistry, clinical biochemistry, forensic science, the brewing and food industries, medical biochemistry, science patenting or teaching.
Alternatively, you might choose to progress to a higher degree. Our graduates have progressed to a range of specialist taught Master’s degrees including Dietetics or Molecular Medicine. Some students opt for graduate entry medicine. A significant number of our graduates have gone on to doctoral (PhD) study and then have taken up posts in university, medical or industrial research laboratories.
Careers
A degree at UEA will prepare you for a wide variety of careers. We've been ranked 1st for Job Prospects by StudentCrowd in 2022.
Examples of careers that you could enter include:
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Medical or industrial research
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Biotechnology
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Medicinal chemistry
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Clinical biochemistry
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Health professions (e.g. physician associate, dietitian)
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Brewing and food industries
(Note that many of these career pathways will require further postgraduate training)
Discover more on our Careers webpages.
Entry Requirements
- A Levels
- AAB including Chemistry. A-Level General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted. Where applicable Science A Levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element. If you are taking an EPQ and three A-levels, we may offer you a one grade reduction on our advertised typical offer alongside an A in the EPQ.
- T Levels
- Obtain an overall Pass including an A in the core of the T Level and a Distinction in the Occupational Specialism. Acceptable subjects are: Health, Healthcare Science & Science.
- BTEC
- DDD in Applied Science or Applied Science (Medical Science) OR DDD plus B in A level Chemistry. Specific modules required or A Level Chemistry grade B. Excludes Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business Administration. See below for accepted subjects and combinations.
- Contextual Offer
A Level – BBB including Chemistry. Where applicable Science A Levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element.
BTEC L3 Extended Diploma – DDM in Applied Science or Applied Science (Medical Science) plus B in A level Chemistry. Excludes Public Services, Uniformed Services and Business Administration. See below for accepted subjects and combinations.
UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes.
- Scottish Highers
- AAAAA including grade A in Chemistry. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable.
- Scottish Advanced Highers
- BBC including Chemistry. A combination of Advanced Highers and Highers may be acceptable.
- Irish Leaving Certificate
- 4 subjects at H2, 2 subjects at H3 including Chemistry.
- Access to HE Diploma
- Not accepted.
- International Baccalaureate
- 33 points with HL5 in Chemistry.
- GCSE
You are required to have Mathematics and English Language at a minimum of Grade C or Grade 4 or above at GCSE.
- English Foreign Language
Applications from students whose first language is not English are welcome. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading):
IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components)
We also accept a number of other English language tests. Review our English Language Equivalencies for a list of example qualifications that we may accept to meet this requirement.
Test dates should be within two years of the course start date.
If you do not yet meet the English language requirements for this course, INTO UEA offer a variety of English language programmes which are designed to help you develop the English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study:
Pre-sessional English at INTO UEA
- Interviews
Most applicants will not be called for an interview and a decision will be made via UCAS Hub. However, for some applicants an interview will be requested. Where an interview is required, the Admissions Service will contact you directly to arrange a time.
- Deferred Entry
We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year. We believe that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry on your UCAS application.
- Intakes
This course is open to UK and International applicants. The annual intake is in September each year.
Additional Information or Requirements
Extended Diploma: DDD in Applied Science or Applied Science (Medical Science) OR DDD plus B in A level Chemistry.
Diploma: DD in Applied Science or Applied Science (Medical Science) plus grade B at A-level in any subject OR DD plus B in A Level Chemistry.
Extended Certificate: D plus AB at A-level to include Chemistry.
Applications of Organic Chemistry
Practical Chemical Analysis
If you have not studied all of the listed modules, A Level Chemistry grade B will be required to meet the subject specific requirement. Where applicable Science A Levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element.
If you do not meet the academic requirements for direct entry, you may be interested in one of our Foundation Year programmes such as BSc Biochemistry with a Foundation Year.
UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes.
We welcome and value a wide range of alternative qualifications. If you have a qualification which is not listed here, or are taking a combination of qualifications, please contact us via Admissions Enquiries.
International Requirements
We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. View our International Students pages for specific information about your country.
INTO University of East Anglia
If you do not meet the academic and/or English language requirements for direct entry our partner, INTO UEA offers progression on to this undergraduate degree upon successful completion of a preparation programme. Depending on your interests, and your qualifications you can take a variety of routes to this degree:
International Foundation in Pharmacy Health and Life Science
International Foundation in Physical Sciences and Engineering
Admissions Policy
Our Admissions Policy applies to the admissions of all undergraduate applicants.
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Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
View our information for Tuition Fees.
Scholarships and Bursaries
We are committed to ensuring that costs do not act as a barrier to those aspiring to come to a world leading university and have developed a funding package to reward those with excellent qualifications and assist those from lower income backgrounds. View our range of Scholarships for eligibility, details of how to apply and closing dates.
Course Related Costs
You are eligible for reduced fees during the year on placement. Further details are available on our Tuition Fee pages. There may be extra costs related to items such as travel and accommodation during your year in industry, which will vary depending on location.
Please see Additional Course Fees for details of other course-related costs.
How to Apply
Apply for this course through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Services (UCAS), using UCAS Hub.
UCAS Hub is a secure online application system that allows you to apply for full-time undergraduate courses at universities and colleges in the United Kingdom.
Your application does not have to be completed all at once. Register or sign in to UCAS to get started.
Once you submit your completed application, UCAS will process it and send it to your chosen universities and colleges.
The Institution code for the University of East Anglia is E14.
View our guide to applying through UCAS for useful tips, key dates and further information: