Course summary
Biochemistry is the branch of science that explores the chemical processes within and related to living organisms. You’ll develop in-depth knowledge and skills in the molecular aspects of living processes, including DNA / RNA, protein structure and function, enzyme catalysis metabolism control, biochemical disorders, immunology and the molecular genetics of human diseases. This course provides an in-depth approach to Biochemistry and the molecular aspects of cells. You’ll examine the key aspects of macromolecule and cell structure and function, and inter-relationships in both practical and theoretical contexts. Why study Biochemistry at Nottingham Trent University? • We've got satisfied students. We are currently fourth in the UK for student satisfaction in Biology (National Student Survey 2020). • We have inspiring learning environments. You'll learn in some of the best teaching laboratories in the UK. • We provide innovative accredited courses. This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. • We’re delivering research with impact – Bioscience staff contribute to research activity in a number of areas. NTU has been awarded the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for research – the highest award achievable. • We’re top five in the UK for the number of undergraduate Biology students on sandwich courses. Our courses offer placement opportunities in the UK or abroad, giving you real-life experience employers are looking for, recent placements include NHS, Archipelagos Institute of Marine Conservation (Greece) and AstraZeneca. • We’ve got an excellent employability record. Over 98% of Bioscience graduates are employed or engaged in further study six months after leaving.
How to apply
You can no longer submit a new application for courses starting in 2022.
If you already have a 2022 application and are in Clearing, you can add this course as a Clearing choice – contact the university or college first to check they have places.
26Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- 350T
- Institution code:
- N91
- Campus name:
- Clifton Campus
- Campus code:
- 2
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
We also consider equivalent qualifications and combinations. Please contact Nottingham Trent University Admissions team for further information.
Unistats information
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Student satisfaction
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| International | £15600 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Tuition fees are payable for each year that you are at University.
The level of tuition fees for the second and subsequent years of your undergraduate course may increase in line with inflation and as specified by the UK government.
Provider information
Nottingham Trent University
50 Shakespeare Street
Nottingham
NG1 4FQ