Need-based
Undergraduate Sanctuary Scholarship
Imperial College London · Undergraduate
Full Feesscholarship value
- Available to all international students
- For undergraduate study
- Open to your course
4 yearsDuration
£10,050Per Year (Home)
£33,000Avg. Graduate Salary
86%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in biological sciences with the MSci Biochemistry at Imperial College London. Based in London, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. Come and study at one of the largest Life Sciences departments in Europe. Develop a deep understanding of Biochemistry on this four-year course, where you will acquire the key scientific skills required for a range of research-informed graduate careers in the Life Sciences. You will study living systems at the molecular and cellular level and understand chemical processes within organisms. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 86% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £33,500 within three years, a 92% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Molecular Biology and Genetics
Protein Structure and Function
Metabolic Pathways and Bioenergetics
Cellular Biochemistry
Quantitative Methods and Data Analysis
Structural Biology and Drug Design
Systems Biology and Regulation
Research Project and Professional Development
UCAS Code:C703
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | AAA Must include: A in Chemistry A in Biology, Physics or Mathematics General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted. If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer. |
| International Baccalaureate | 38 points Our minimum entry standard is 38 points overall, to include: 6 in Chemistry at higher level 6 in Biology, Mathematics* or Physics at higher level *Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level with no preference. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
Home Student Fee
£10,050
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees and funding Home fee 2027 entry £10,050* per year Fees to be confirmed Home fee Home fee 2027 entry £10,050* per year Fees to be confirmed *Home tuition fees In England and Wales, the UK government sets the maximum tuition fee (known as a 'fee cap') chargeable by universities for Home students. Imperial’s Home fees for undergraduate courses starting in 2027 will align with this cap, which means that, subject to parliamentary approval, they are expected to be £10,050. Home fees explained It
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Imperial College London
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £30,000 | £33,000 | £45,000 |
| 3 years | £27,500 | £33,500 | £42,000 |
| 5 years | £30,500 | £49,000 | £71,000 |
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▲ 20% above UK average salary
This course
£33,500
UK average
£28,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 75% above UK average salary
This course
£49,000
UK average
£28,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £15,500 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: CAH03-01-08). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
40%Working
30%Studying
15%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
85%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 dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
78%
Overall
Teaching on my course
86%Learning opportunities
80%Assessment and feedback
66%Academic support
82%Organisation and management
60%Learning resources
90%Student voice
80%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
92%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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About Imperial College London
Imperial College London offers Biochemistry as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.
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