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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Biochemistry
Royal Holloway, University of London
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Biochemistry course at Royal Holloway, University of London.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,B,C
Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required. Socio-economics factors which may have impacted an applicant's education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants. Required subjects: Biology plus another science from either Chemistry, Maths or Physics. A Pass is required in the practical element of all Science A-levels taken.
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year |
| Wales | £9,535 per year |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year |
| EU | £28,900 per year |
| International | £28,900 per year |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: C700
Here's what Royal Holloway, University of London says about its Biochemistry course.
Gain insights into the intricate, elegant workings of the building blocks of life in Biochemistry at Royal Holloway, University of London.
The course provides a comprehensive coverage of the principles of biochemistry, and includes a range of options that span the spectrum from medically-oriented biochemistry, through biochemistry in plants, to industrial applications of biochemistry.
You’ll gain invaluable laboratory experience across all three years of your degree. In year 3, you’ll complete an individual project, becoming part of our renowned research culture. The School of Biological Sciences was ranked 25th in the UK for influential research output by the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014, and our low student-to-staff ratio maximises your contact time with our internationally respected and enthusiastic academics. Many of our former students have contributed to published scientific papers.
Our campus is close to several sites of national scientific importance, including Windsor Great Park and the Millennium Seed Bank, while our on-site glasshouses, marine and freshwater aquaria and plant and animal cell culture facilities provide opportunities for rewarding independent study.
The skills and experience you’ll gain studying Biochemistry will make you an attractive prospect to employers. A combination of laboratory experience, ground-breaking research and a wide range of additional skills and competencies have helped our graduates find work in fields from forensic medicine to biotechnology. Pursue your passion for the fascinating principles of biochemistry and graduate with the skills and qualifications you need to find success in your chosen field.
On-site marine and freshwater aquaria, glasshouses and plant and animal cell culture facilities for rewarding independent study.
Conduct an individual research project in your third year and experience our renowned research culture.
Join a close-knit and supportive learning community with a high staff-to-student ratio.
Gain invaluable transferable skills to take into the workplace, including lab experience, numerical skills and communication skills.
Summer placements offered to help you gain invaluable work experience.
A close-knit graduate network to draw on, with alumni often visiting Royal Holloway to share their experiences.
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Biological Sciences
Location
Main Site | Egham
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Biochemistry
Start date
September 22, 2025
Application deadline
January 29, 2025
The modules you will study
Please refer to our website for information: https://www.royalholloway.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/biological-sciences/biochemistry.aspx
How you will be assessed
Your course will be assessed by a combination of examinations and in-course assignments in the form of essays or presentations.
Royal Holloway, University of London reviews
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2nd year student
Things a little expensive but there's always something on. Summer Ball ticketing is a bit of a joke. They offer a certain number of cheaper tickets early but you have to be lightning fast to secure the.ticket at th e cheaper price. Plenty of variety and bars eating and shops
1 year ago
2nd year student
There's always something on , Egham a bit run down but campus socialising is great. There's everything you need on campus ,although exploring further afield like Windsor and London is reasonable on the train.
1 year ago
2nd year student
This is my main negative with this university. I was in really nice halls Kingswood 1st year. Affordable nice location. 2nd year halls were not an option so had to find private. Expensive. The student finance maintenance loan.does not cover then full cost. Work opportunities are few at the univers...
1 year ago
2nd year student
Support has been OK.
1 year ago
2nd year student
Lack of affordable accommodation for continuing students. Student union on campus great safe little expensive.Other facilities library etc good.
1 year ago
2nd year student
As stated course content challenging and found that workload high but was able.to keep on top of assignments. Tutors helpful and approachable.
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Royal Holloway, University of London students who took the Biochemistry course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
84%
med
Teaching on my course
84%
med
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
83%
low
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
97%
high
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
72%
med
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
86%
low
Learning opportunities
81%
med
Learning opportunities
81%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
83%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
84%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
79%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
86%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
72%
low
Assessment and feedback
71%
med
Assessment and feedback
71%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
74%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
78%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
71%
med
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
59%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
72%
med
Academic support
88%
med
Academic support
88%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
90%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
86%
med
Organisation and management
79%
med
Organisation and management
79%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
79%
med
How well organised is your course?
79%
med
Learning resources
90%
med
Learning resources
90%
med
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
93%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
89%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
88%
med
Student voice
79%
med
Student voice
79%
med
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
72%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
83%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
83%
med
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
81%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
86%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
76%
med
Student information
See who's studying at Royal Holloway, University of London. These students are taking Biochemistry or another course from the same subject area.
| Most popular A-levels studied | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subject | Grade | |||||
| Biology | B | |||||
| Chemistry | C | |||||
| Mathematics | C | |||||
| Psychology | A | |||||
| Physics | C | |||||
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about Royal Holloway, University of London graduates who took Biochemistry - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
70%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
80%
Say it fits with future plans
50%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
15%
Business and public service associate professionals
15%
Science, engineering and technology associate professionals
10%
Administrative occupations
10%
Caring personal services
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Royal Holloway, University of London graduates who took Biochemistry - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£21.7k
First year after graduation
£27.7k
Third year after graduation
£32.8k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Biochemistry.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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