MSci Biochemistry with Molecul - University of B

Tuition Fee

GBP 32,500

Per year

Start Date

Medium of studying

On campus

Duration

4 years

Details

Program Details

Degree

Masters

Major

Biochemistry | Biotechnology | Molecular Biology

Area of study

Natural Science

Education type

On campus

Timing

Full time

Course Language

English

Tuition Fee

Average International Tuition Fee

GBP 32,500

About Program

Program Overview

MSci Biochemistry with Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (C791)

2026 entry

Course summary

Biochemists study the molecular basis of life. This underpins our fundamental understanding of human health and disease and also supports applied science like drug discovery, diagnostics and biotechnology. Our Biochemistry course immerses you in ground-breaking research and allows you to develop high-level analytical and problem-solving skills that prepare you for a diverse range of careers. Our broad and varied curriculum currently includes contemporary topics such as molecular genetics, immunology, synthetic biology, drug discovery, recombinant engineering, enzymology, cellular homeostasis, cancer cell biology, developmental biology, and neurobiochemistry.

The first two years of the MSci are identical to our BSc programmes. You can tailor the course to suit your interests by combining your study of biochemistry with a choice of optional units. These include subjects relevant to molecular biology and biotechnology such as infectious disease, microbiology, pharmacology and physiology. Teaching is delivered through a combination of lectures, interactive workshops and small-group tutorials, and we achieve excellent student satisfaction. You are assigned a personal tutor at the start of the course who will usually remain with you throughout your degree.

We focus on the development of your practical and research skills throughout the first two years. As part of your third year, you will also participate in a laboratory-based research training unit which will further develop the skills needed to define and solve research problems.

The centrepiece of the MSci Biochemistry course is an extended research project that allows you to develop in-depth expertise in your area of specialism and acquire the skills required to embark on a research career. You will spend up to 16 weeks on an individual research project under the supervision of one of our research group leaders. This project is complemented by a unit on the wider context of scientific research called Science and Society. You will complete your studies by choosing two advanced units which could include Synthetic Biology, Cell Biology of Development and Disease, and Protein Assemblies and Molecular Machines.

We prepare you for your future career with subject-specific employability and enterprise sessions and the chance to gain research experience in a summer studentship. Recent graduate destinations from our biochemistry programmes include higher degrees such as a PhD, the pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology companies, research institutes, the NHS, graduate medicine, teaching, forensics, the civil service, medical publishing, finance, business consultancy, patent law, science communication and more.

Overview

Typical offer

A-level standard offer: AAA
A-level contextual offer: ABB
Go to entry requirements for the full entry criteria and contextual offer eligibility.

Programme duration

4 year(s) full-time.
Part-time study is not available for this course

Application method

UCAS (Code: C791)

Location

Clifton campus

Fees

£9,535 per year, home students
£32500 per year, international students
More about tuition fees, living costs and financial support.

Fees quoted are for 2025 entry only. Fees for 2026 will be confirmed, subject to government approval, later in 2025.

Course structure

Full details about the course structure and units for this course can be viewed in the programme catalogue.

Entry requirements

We accept a wide variety of qualifications and welcome applications from students of all backgrounds. Below is a guide to the typical offers for this course.

A-level standard offer

AAA including Chemistry and another core science/mathematics subject. Core science/mathematics subjects include: Biology, Further Mathematics, Human Biology, Mathematics and Physics.

A-level contextual offer

ABB including A in Chemistry and B in another core science/mathematics subject. Core science/mathematics subjects include: Biology, Further Mathematics, Human Biology, Mathematics and Physics.

BTEC

DDD in Applied Science BTEC National Level 3 Extended Diploma, with Distinctions in five specified Chemistry units

International Baccalaureate Diploma

36 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level in Chemistry and 6 at Higher Level in another core science/mathematics subject. Core science/mathematics subjects include: Biology, Further Mathematics, Human Biology, Mathematics and Physics.

International Baccalaureate Diploma contextual offer

32 points overall with 16 at Higher Level, including 6 at Higher Level in Chemistry and 5 at Higher Level in another core science/mathematics subject. Core science/mathematics subjects include: Biology, Further Mathematics, Human Biology, Mathematics and Physics.

European Baccalaureate

85% overall, with 8.5 in Chemistry and another core science/mathematics subject. Core science/mathematics subjects include: Biology, Further Mathematics, Human Biology, Mathematics and Physics.

Scottish Qualifications Authority

Advanced Higher: AA in Chemistry and another science/mathematics subject, and Standard Higher: AAAAB. Core science/mathematics subjects include: Biology, Further Mathematics, Human Biology, Mathematics and Physics.

Access to HE Diploma

Access to HE Diploma in Science, Biomedical/Medical/Health Science or Psychology (or similar titles). The 45 graded Level 3 credits must include: at least 30 credits at Distinction and 15 at Merit or above; and at least 12 credits at Distinction from Chemistry units and at least 12 credits (including 9 at Distinction) from units in another science. Core science/mathematics subjects include: Biology, Further Mathematics, Human Biology, Mathematics and Physics.

Welsh Baccalaureate

Requirements are as for A-levels, where you can substitute a non-subject specific grade for the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales or the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate at that grade.

Cambridge Pre-U

Requirements for principal subjects are as for A-level, where D1/D2 is A*, D3 is A, M1/M2 is B, and M3 is C.

International qualifications

The University of Bristol welcomes applications from international students, and we accept a wide range of qualifications for undergraduate and postgraduate study.

Selection process

Regulations and codes of conduct we abide by to create a positive environment for learning and achievement are found in the University admissions policies and procedures.
If applying with extenuating circumstances please see our policy.
Full information about our selection processes for Biochemistry with Molecular Biology and Biotechnology can be found in the Admissions Statement.

Applicants must also meet these requirements

GCSE profile requirements

No specific subjects required.
Further information about GCSE requirements and profile levels.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, you need to have one of the following:
- IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in all skills
- GCSE English Language grade C or 4
- an alternative qualification outlined in our Profile level E.
Further information about English language requirements and profile levels.

Related courses

See a list of all Biochemistry degrees at Bristol, and find more information about the course, assessment and career prospects.