Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in biological sciences with the BSc (Hons) Biochemistry at Keele University. Based in Keele, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. 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... International tuition fees are £18,200 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £23,000 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | ABB ABB in three A levels including B in Chemistry and B in one other Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List (please see the Keele website) |
| International Baccalaureate | 32 points 655 in three Higher Levels including 5 in Chemistry and 5 in other Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List at Higher Level, or 32 points including 5 in Higher Level Chemistry and 5 in one other Higher Level Science subject from the Keele Defined Sciences List (please see the Keele website) |
| UCAS Points | 128 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 59 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£18,200
per year
Home Student Fee
£10,050
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Keele University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £23,500 | £24,500 | £28,000 |
| 3 years | £20,000 | £23,000 | £26,500 |
| 5 years | £25,000 | £29,000 | £36,000 |
UK subject average: £28,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,000 from year 3 to year 5
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
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Student Satisfaction
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About Keele University
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