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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: C700

Biochemistry

Aston University, Birmingham
Birmingham, England
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4 yearsDuration
£22,575Per Year (Intl)
£27,500Avg. Graduate Salary
92%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in biological sciences with the BSc (Hons) Biochemistry at Aston University, Birmingham. Based in Birmingham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Dive into the molecular world and unlock solutions to global challenges! Our BSc (Hons) Biochemistry programme at Aston University places you at the cutting edge of discovery. You'll delve into the molecular 'nuts and bolts' of proteins to drive innovative drug discovery, learn to design and build novel biological solutions using synthetic biology, and engage with revolutionary technologies like organ-on-a-chip that are transforming how we study life and disease. International tuition fees are £22,575 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 92% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £25,500 within three years, and a 90% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

From biomolecules to complex biological systems
While also delving into cutting-edge areas like bioinformatics
Computational modelling
Synthetic biology
UCAS Code:C700
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

BBB - BCC

BBB in three A Level subjects, which must include Biology. BBC in three A Level subjects, which must include Biology plus grade B in an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) or Core Maths. BCC in three A Level subjects, which must include Biology for contextual offer students. * Contextual offers are made as part of Aston University's Aston Ready Scheme. Please see the criteria and further details at https://www.aston.ac.uk/undergraduate/contextual-offer-aston-ready. ________________ RESIT APPLICANTS: We welcome applications from students who are resitting to improve their grades. Only the highest grades achieved will be considered, and resit applications are treated the same as all others. PREDICTIONS AND ACHIEVED GRADES: At Aston University, we are committed to an inclusive admissions process, ensuring every applicant has the best possible opportunity. While our listed grades are the official entry requirements, we understand that predicted grades are only estimates. We may consider applicants predicted to achieve CCC or higher, provided they meet the subject-specific requirements. This allows applicants the opportunity to improve on their predicted grades. However, any offer made will contain the listed grade requirements. If you are applying as a private resit candidate, we still require predicted grades from your school, college, private tutor or exam centre as part of your application. We will also consider applicants who have already achieved at least CCC at A level. These applications are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, considering the overall strength of the application, a strong academic reference, and any explanations for gaps in academic history.

International Baccalaureate

31 - 28 points

STANDARD: 31 points overall and must include grades 5, 5, 5 in Higher Level subjects which must include Biology. You must also have Standard Level grade 5 in both Mathematics and English Language. OR CONTEXTUAL: 28 points overall and must include grades 5, 4, 4 in Higher Level subjects which must include Biology. You must also have Standard Level grade 5 in both Mathematics and English Language.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£22,575

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£90,300

Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Aston University, Birmingham

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£26,000£27,500£30,000
3 years£21,000£25,500£32,000
5 years£25,500£31,500£40,500

UK subject average: £28,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation Close to UK average salary
This course
£25,500
UK average
£28,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 13% above UK average salary
This course
£31,500
UK average
£28,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £6,000 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH03-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

35%Working
30%Studying
15%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
45%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
92%
Learning opportunities
94%
Assessment and feedback
89%
Academic support
96%
Organisation and management
92%
Learning resources
92%
Student voice
90%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
90%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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About Aston University, Birmingham

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