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Biochemistry at Keele University - UCAS

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Keele University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Course summary

From unlocking the secrets of the human genome to the individually tailored molecular therapies of the future, our Royal Society of Biology accredited degree investigates some of the most exciting areas of 21st century life science and medical research. With access to our state-of-the-art David Attenborough laboratories, integrated employability modules and authentic assessments, you will graduate with the knowledge and skills to contribute to advances in medicine, veterinary medicine, agriculture, and biotechnology. Why choose this course?

  • Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology
  • Develop hands-on practical skills in our state-of-the-art David Attenborough Laboratories
  • Access a wide range of final year research project choices
  • Our innovative and authentic assessments are designed to foster creativity and develop a diverse range of key skills and attributes
  • Benefit from a comprehensive programme of academic and professional development workshops to enhance your employability skills
Our core laboratory programme delves deep into the intricate world of human and mammalian biochemistry, exploring how this is advancing our understanding and treatment of conditions like diabetes, cancer, and infectious diseases. The first year of the programme is designed to equip you with a broad and varied grounding in modern biochemistry. You will explore the structure and function of biological molecules, core chemical concepts and their application to the biological sciences, human physiology and anatomy, and molecular cell biology. Building on this foundation, you will continue to expand your skillset by examining the application of biochemistry to topics such as modern drug discovery and tackling wider environmental and societal issues. In your final year you can choose from a wide variety of optional modules in areas of cutting-edge bioscience research. You will also have the opportunity to unleash your creativity by undertaking a substantial piece of meaningful research on a topic that excites and challenges you. Your research project is an excellent opportunity for you to draw together skills in experimental study design, critical interpretation of data, presentation and project management. A comprehensive laboratory programmes runs throughout the course utilising our state-of-the-art David Attenborough laboratories, where you will develop key skills in diverse biochemical and molecular biology techniques. About Keele Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university. We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level. Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.

Modules

For a list of indicative modules please visit the course page on the Keele University website.

How to apply

29Jan

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

Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

https://www.keele.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduatecourses/biochemistry/#entry-reqs

Student Outcomes

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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
95%
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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

Please note, our fees for 2025 entry will be available soon. Although we review our fees annually and these may change, our 2024 entry fees are detailed on our course pages, and a summary is available on our website: keele.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/tuitionfeesandfunding/undergraduatetuitionfees/
Biochemistry at Keele University - UCAS