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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Biochemistry with a Year Abroad

Entry requirements

Here's what you will need to get a place on the Biochemistry with a Year Abroad course at University of East Anglia.

Select a qualification to see required grades

A level

A,B,B

including Chemistry. Where applicable, Science A levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element. Critical Thinking & General Studies are not accepted. Contextual Offer: BBB including Chemistry. Where applicable, Science A levels awarded by an English Exam board require a pass in the practical element. Critical Thinking & General Studies are not accepted.

Tuition fees

LocationFees
England£9,535 per year (provisional)
Scotland£9,535 per year (provisional)
Wales£9,535 per year (provisional)
Northern Ireland£9,535 per year (provisional)
Channel Islands£9,535 per year (provisional)
International£29,300 per year

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: C73A

Here's what University of East Anglia says about its Biochemistry with a Year Abroad course.

Overview

Immerse yourself in the wonder of biological organisms and processes at the molecular level. Explore aspects of life from molecules to cells, from tissues to organisms. Learn from leading research scientists who are specialists in their fields of study.

Our BSc Biochemistry with a Year Abroad degree is taught jointly by the Schools of Biological Sciences and Chemistry, Pharmacy and Pharmacology with invaluable contributions from scientists from other research institutions located nearby in the Norwich Research Park. This dual approach means that in all elements of the course, you’ll benefit from subject-specific experts.

During your time at UEA, you’ll have the chance to study a range of fascinating subjects, progressing from the basics of biochemistry to higher-level research areas such as protein engineering and cancer biology. You’ll not only learn how to perform ground-breaking and highly specialised research, but also how to interpret and communicate these findings to the wider scientific community. In your third year, you’ll have the exciting opportunity to study abroad at one of our partner institutions across the globe, gaining invaluable international experience to enhance both your studies and your CV.

At UEA, you’ll benefit from our enviable position as an integral partner of the?Norwich Research Park (NRP), which houses the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital as well as leading research institutes such as the John Innes Centre, an international centre of excellence in plant science, genetics, and microbiology, the Sainsbury Laboratory for research into plant disease resistance, the Earlham Institute for genomics, bioinformatics and molecular biology research, and the Quadram?Institute, where research focuses on human health, food and disease.?The Norwich Research Park is one of the largest single-site concentrations of food, genomics and health scientists in Europe.

This course will prepare you to work in industry, or progress to a postgraduate degree and a career in research. Upon graduation, having studied cutting edge methods in synthetic, chemical and structural biology, you’ll have the potential to make an impact on many areas of contemporary science, including health, nutrition, clean energy, and tackling pollution.?Biochemists are frequent winners of the Nobel Prize for Chemistry and Michael Houghton, an alumnus of the UEA School of Biological Sciences and Biochemistry PhD, won the Nobel prize for Physiology or Medicine in 2020.

Disclaimer

Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk

Source: University of East Anglia

Course details

Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Department

School of Biological Sciences

Location

Main Site | Norwich

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Full-time with time abroad

Subjects

• Biochemistry

Start date

14 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

University of East Anglia reviews

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Based on 113 reviews from University of East Anglia's students and alumni
5 star
39%
4 star
43%
3 star
13%
2 star
5%
1 star
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Unknown year

Overall id say that the inversity is okay, the course is good however the lectuerers arent the best and often times lectures feel quite pointless. Things cost a lot here too, with the laundrette and shop being very overpriced making it hard to budget money easily. However, the camous looks quite nic...

(3)

1 year ago

Foundation year student

The student union are there all the time and are very supportive. They practically run the university and make it seem amazing. They run events almost every day and week and make the uni thrive.

(5)

1 year ago

Foundation year student

I havenu2019t had any issues but theyu2019re supportive and available when u need them

(4)

1 year ago

Foundation year student

Accommodation is definitely good and like a hotel. The library is open 24/7 and the campus kitchen has very good food. My room is amazing I opted for en suite room which is better than others. We share a kitchen which is ok as it can get dirty quickly. But other than that all is good

(5)

1 year ago

Foundation year student

My course is pretty relaxing at the moment as it contains a foundation year. Itu2019s pretty easy as it sets you into the basics of computer science. The lectures are easy to understand and follow the workload is manageable and you get support where itu2019s needed

(5)

1 year ago

Foundation year student

My university was very welcoming and my lecturers were very supportive. I am part of 3 societies. Islamic, badminton and Malayali Society. Iu2019ve really enjoyed going to university in Norwich and getting used to living here has been a challenge but interesting.

(5)

1 year ago

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 University of East Anglia students who took the Biochemistry with a Year Abroad course - or another course in the same subject area.

Molecular biology, biophysics and biochemistry

Select an option to see a detailed breakdown

How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?

93%

med

How good are teaching staff at explaining things?

100%

high

How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?

70%

low

How often is the course intellectually stimulating?

95%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?

84%

med

How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?

88%

med

How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?

93%

med

To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?

91%

med

To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?

88%

high

How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?

65%

low

How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?

88%

med

How often does feedback help you to improve your work?

61%

med

How often have you received assessment feedback on time?

88%

med

How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?

70%

med

How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?

79%

low

How well have teaching staff supported your learning?

93%

high

How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?

80%

med

How well organised is your course?

86%

med

How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?

90%

med

How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?

95%

med

How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?

81%

low

How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?

93%

high

To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?

100%

high

To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?

90%

med

How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?

80%

med

During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?

85%

med

How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?

80%

med

Student information

See who's studying at University of East Anglia. These students are taking Biochemistry with a Year Abroad or another course from the same subject area.

Biochemistry
Mode of study
Full-time100%
Gender ratio
Female55%Male44%Other1%
Where students come from
International3%UK97%
Student performance
2:1 or above78%
Number of students160
Most popular A-levels studied
SubjectGrade
ChemistryC
BiologyC
MathematicsD
PsychologyB
HistoryC
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

The Biochemistry with a Year Abroad course includes content from more than one subject area. Choose an option below for information about University of East Anglia graduates across each of those subject areas.

Biosciences
Molecular biology, biophysics and biochemistry

Graduate statistics

65%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

82%

In work, study or other activity

60%

Say it fits with future plans

50%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

15%

Elementary occupations

15%

Science, engineering and technology associate professionals

10%

Natural and social science professionals

5%

Business and public service associate professionals

Graduate statistics

80%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

90%

In work, study or other activity

50%

Say it fits with future plans

60%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

30%

Science, engineering and technology associate professionals

25%

Natural and social science professionals

10%

Elementary occupations

10%

Engineering professionals

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of East Anglia graduates who took Biochemistry with a Year Abroad - or another course in the same subject area.

Biosciences

Earnings

£24.5k

First year after graduation

£31k

Third year after graduation

£30.3k

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 with a Year Abroad.

Source: LEO

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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