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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: A045
Biochemistry with Foundation Year
Sheffield Hallam UniversitySheffield, England
4 yearsDuration
£9,790Per Year (Intl)
£25,000Avg. Graduate Salary
92%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in biological sciences with the BSc (Hons) Biochemistry with Foundation Year at Sheffield Hallam University. Based in Sheffield, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Please check the Sheffield Hallam University website for the latest information. Course Summary - Study life at cellular, molecular and chemical levels. - Combine biological and chemical modules, ranging from Cellular and Molecular Biochemistry to Medical Chemistry and Drug Synthesis. - Tailor your degree structure to your interests and career ambitions. International tuition fees are £9,790 per year, home/UK fees are £18,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 92% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £23,000 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 87% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Foundation Chemistry
Foundation Biology
Cellular and Molecular Biochemistry
Organic Chemistry and Synthesis
Biochemical Pathways and Metabolism
Medical Chemistry and Drug Design
Analytical Techniques and Instrumentation
Research Project in Biochemistry
UCAS Code:A045
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| UCAS Points | 64 |
🗣️ 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
£9,790
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£39,160
Home Student Fee
£18,000
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 — Sheffield Hallam University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,000 | £25,000 | £28,000 |
| 3 years | £19,500 | £23,000 | £28,500 |
| 5 years | £23,500 | £29,000 | £36,500 |
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▼ 18% below UK average salary
This course
£23,000
UK average
£28,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£29,000
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
86%Working
1%Studying
4%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
83%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
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
92%
Overall
Teaching on my course
92%Learning opportunities
97%Assessment and feedback
87%Academic support
96%Organisation and management
92%Learning resources
97%Student voice
86%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
95%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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About Sheffield Hallam University
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