A level Typical offer
AABAAB in three A levels including A in Biology and A in Chemistry
If you are taking a GCE A level in a science subject, you will need to pass any separate science practical endorsement.
Biochemistry MBiochem (Hons)
5 years including placement year, starting in September 2021
Develop a broad knowledge of life processes at a molecular level, and skills that can lead to a range of careers in the molecular biosciences and beyond.
Combine your interests in biology and chemistry to study life at the molecular level. Our course will give you the knowledge and skills to understand and solve current and future biological challenges.
In the first year, you’ll study a broad introduction to biosciences. This will give you a foundation from which you will have the option to specialise in specific areas, such as developmental biology, genomics, neuroscience, cancer biology and microbiology. You will also gain hands-on experience of practical scientific techniques in dedicated undergraduate laboratories, as well as access to specialist technology in research labs.
In the final year, you’ll undertake a research project, giving you first-hand experience as a researcher and the opportunity to contribute to some of the world-leading research in the Department.
You will graduate with a solid foundation for further study or graduate roles where a broader knowledge of molecular biosciences is needed. The academic and key skills you'll develop mean you will also be prepared for a wide range of alternative careers.
The Master of Biochemistry (MBiochem) provides you with the same core skills and knowledge as the BSc but with a greater exposure to research and advanced practical techniques. You’ll study master's-level units and carry out a major research project, giving you ideal preparation for postgraduate study or a career in research.
Put your learning into practice
Alongside teaching, our academics carry out research, from cell and molecular biology, microbiology, neurobiology to evolutionary and plant biology. You’ll contribute to this research and learn how biosciences is applied to real-world problems when you work on your own research project.
We also have world-leading research centres, covering evolution, regenerative medicine, networks and collective behaviour and mathematical biology.
Use specialist facilities
You’ll gain hands-on experience of practical scientific techniques in our well-equipped undergraduate teaching labs. You’ll also have access to our world class research labs, computer lab for bioinformatics and a broad range of biological materials.
Take a look around our biochemistry lab.
Prepare for your future
You’ll graduate with the knowledge and skills for work in a variety of areas, such as the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries, environment and education. You could also go on to further study, such as a master’s or PhD.
Studying a biosciences degree requires you to apply a broad skill set to the understanding of complex processes. This skill set is also useful in a range of other careers, such as business, management, marketing and science teaching.
Find out more about what our graduates go on to do.
More about biosciences at Bath:
Course structure
This course lasts 5 years. It starts in September 2021 and ends in 2026. Welcome week starts on 27 September 2021.
Occasionally we make changes to our programmes in response to, for example, feedback from students, developments in research and the field of studies, and the requirements of accrediting bodies. You will be advised of any significant changes to the advertised programme, in accordance with our Terms and Conditions.
Units
At Bath, our courses are made up of units of study. Compulsory units cover core concepts that you'll need to understand as part of your degree programme. Some of our courses also offer the opportunity for you to study optional units. These allow you to specialise in particular areas of knowledge that interest you.
As an undergraduate, you will be expected to take 60 credits (ECTS) in each academic year. These are usually split into 30 credits for each semester you study. Sixty credits are the equivalent of 1200 notional hours of study; this includes contact time with staff and your own independent learning.
Compulsory course units
These compulsory units are currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new units.
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
- Placement year
Year 4
- Research skills and project preparation
- Protein synthesis, folding and turnover
- Plus optional units
Year 5
- Final year project
- Advances in biochemistry
Optional course units
You'll be able to choose from a number of optional units in years 2, 4 and 5. Here are some examples of the optional units currently being studied by our students.
Placement
You may gain a competitive edge in the graduate job market by taking a placement year. You’ll work full-time in a role that might be undertaken by a graduate, where you’ll broaden your experience and transferable skills.
There are a wide range of opportunities, from working in marketing for a pharmaceutical company to a lab-based role at a research institute. We have links with some of industry's leading companies. Recent employers include Lilly, Field Studies Council, Royal Botanic Gardens Kew, Oxford Gene Technology, AstraZeneca, Genesys and LifeArc.
Placement opportunities can't be guaranteed but you will receive tailored support from our specialist team to help you secure a placement.
Find out more about going on placement.Learning and assessment
You’ll be taught and assessed by a variety of methods and it will vary between units. These methods are designed to promote in-depth learning and understanding of the subject.
Assessment
Assessment breakdown
The balance of the assessment by examinations and assessment by coursework may depend on the optional units you choose.
A broad range of assessments methods will be used throughout the degree. As a guide, approximately 58% of assessment is by coursework over the duration of the course.
The final degree classification is determined by your second, and final year marks and each contributes 32% and 68% respectively.
We can make reasonable adjustments to assessment procedures for students with disabilities, take a look at our Disability Service’s pages for information.
Contact hours and workload
Overall workload
Your overall workload consists of class contact hours, independent learning and assessment activities. The balance of these elements within your overall workload may vary depending on the units you choose.
Contact hours
Timetabled contact hours, which can be made up of lectures, seminars, tutorials and laboratory classes, vary throughout your course and between courses but are typically between 11 and 15 hours per week in your first year.
Independent learning
In addition to timetabled contact hours, you are expected to undertake independent learning and assessment activities. Typically, this might be around 32-34 hours per week, and include individual research, reading journal articles and books, working on individual and group projects, preparing coursework assignments, presentations, or revising for exams. After your first year, the emphasis on independent learning becomes greater, for example you may do a final year project in the final year.
‘All our academic staff are research active. This means that we've got a great depth and breadth of study topics.’
—
Dr Chris Todd
Director of Teaching (2019)
Entry requirements
Your application, especially your personal statement, should demonstrate your enthusiasm for studying biochemistry. This might include relevant reading, voluntary or work experience, areas of interest from your current studies or other relevant extra-curricular and co-curricular activities.
You will need a strong performance in both Biology and Chemistry as part of your entry qualifications.
We are aware that the context in which you are studying can have an impact on your ability to perform your best in exams and coursework, or limit which subjects or qualifications you are able to study at your school or college. We take this into careful consideration through our contextual admissions process.
Origin of qualifications
British qualifications
A level Alternative offer
ABBMost of our students will join us with three A levels, but you may have study beyond this (such as a project qualification or additional study in maths) which demonstrates your individual talents that will help you with your degree. We recognise these studies through our alternative offers.
ABB in three A levels including Biology and Chemistry with A in Biology or Chemistry plus one of:
- grade A in an EPQ
- grade B in the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate
- grade B in a Core Mathematics qualification
- grade B in AS level Mathematics or Statistics (except if you are studying an A level in that subject)
If you receive an offer for this course and are studying one of these qualifications you will be given both the typical and alternative offer. If you are taking a GCE A level in a science subject, you will need to pass any separate science practical endorsement.
You can find out more about our alternative offers, including a complete list of qualifications we consider on our dedicated page.
International Baccalaureate Typical offer
36 pointsInternational Baccalaureate Diploma
36 points overall and 6, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects including 6 in Biology and 6 in Chemistry.
We cannot accept Standard Level Chemistry for this course. If you are not studying Biology at Higher Level and you are taking it at Standard Level we may be able to consider you. In this case the typical offer is 36 points with 6, 5, 5 in three Higher Level subjects including 6 in Chemistry plus 7 in Standard Level Biology.
International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme
We consider applicants studying the IBCP on a case-by-case basis based on the individual components studied. To be considered for this course you will typically need to study Chemistry at Higher Level alongside other IB Higher Level subjects or vocational study equivalent to two A levels. This vocational study can be any qualification we accept, such as a BTEC National Diploma (RQF) or two BTEC National Extended Certificates (RQF). Your IB courses and vocational study must include sufficient Biology content. If you are studying a BTEC National Extended Diploma (RQF) in Applied Science we may be able to consider you on the basis of that alone - please see our Pearson Edexcel BTEC requirements below.
Our typical offer will including individual grades in the relevant components - please contact admissions@bath.ac.uk for further advice before you apply.
Pearson Edexcel BTEC RQF Typical offer
DDDDDD in the BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (RQF).
We are able to consider the above qualifications in Applied Science. It is important that you are covering enough of our essential and preferred optional units to make sure that you have sufficient Biology and Chemistry preparation for our course. Please contact us to discuss the suitability of your optional units before making an application.
You must also have achieved a grade 6 or B in GCSE Mathematics.
See the ‘Combinations of qualifications’ section for information about combinations of A level and BTEC qualifications that we can consider.
Pearson Edexcel BTEC QCF Typical offer
D*DDD*DD in the BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (QCF).
We are able to consider the above qualifications in Applied Science. It is important that you are covering enough of our essential and preferred optional units to make sure that you have sufficient Biology and Chemistry preparation for our course. Please contact us to discuss the suitability of your optional units before making an application.
You must also have achieved a grade 6 or B in GCSE Mathematics. If you are taking ‘Unit 7: Mathematical Calculations for Science’ as part of your BTEC (QCF) qualification, then we can consider you with a grade 4 or C in GCSE Mathematics.
See the ‘Combinations of qualifications’ section for information about combinations of A level and BTEC qualifications that we can consider.
Cambridge Pre-U Typical offer
D3, D3, M1D3, D3, M1 in three principal subjects including grade D3 in Biology and D3 in Chemistry.
Cambridge Pre-U Alternative offer
D3, M1, M1Most of our students will join us with three principal subjects, but you may have study beyond this (such as a Global Perspectives course or additional study in maths) which demonstrates your individual talents that will help you with your degree. We recognise these studies through our alternative offers.
D3, M1, M1 in three principal subjects including Biology and Chemistry with grade D3 in Biology or Chemistry plus plus one of:
- grade M1 in Cambridge Pre-U Global Perspectives
- grade A in an EPQ
- grade B in the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate
- grade B in a Core Mathematics qualification
If you receive an offer for this course and are studying one of these qualifications you will be given both the typical and alternative offer.
You can find out more about our alternative offers, including a complete list of qualifications we consider on our dedicated page.
Scottish Highers Typical offer
AB in Advanced HighersAB in two Advanced Highers including Biology and Chemistry.
We make offers based on Advanced Highers. You will typically be expected to have completed five Scottish Highers and your grades in these will be considered as part of your application. We prefer applicants who have achieved at least AAAAB in their Highers.
Access to HE Diploma Typical offer
33 credits at DistinctionA pass in the Access to HE Diploma (in Science or Science and Engineering), with at least 33 credits achieved at Distinction and 6 credits achieved at Merit or above. This must include at least 30 credits achieved at Distinction from STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) units, of which at least 9 credits must be from Biology units and 9 credits must be from Chemistry units (excluding Biochemistry).
Open University credits Typical offer
Pass units worth 120 credits, including a minimum of a Pass 2 with 70% in a relevant Level 2 Chemistry and Biology unit.
You are typically expected to study at least 120 credits including at least 30 credits at Level 2. You should ideally be taking units including S112: Science: concepts and practice and S215 Chemistry: Essential Concepts and a Level 2 unit/s in Biology. This information is a guide and we consider students applying with Open University Credits on a case-by-case basis. We will consider your application carefully and take note of any previous qualifications or relevant work experience. We may be able to consider alternative units to those listed. Please contact us to discuss your profile.
Taking OU credits may be counted as degree-level study by the Student Loans Company and therefore may be counted as previous study and have an impact on your ability to access student loans for the entirety of your chosen degree. We recommend that you discuss this in detail with the SLC before following this progression route to the University of Bath.
Combinations of qualifications Typical offer
Your application will be considered individually based on the particular combination of qualifications and subjects that you are taking.
We can consider combinations of accepted qualifications, of which some common examples are:
- AB in A level Biology and Chemistry plus D in the BTEC National Extended Certificate (RQF) OR the Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate (RQF). We cannot typically consider BTEC qualifications in Applied Science alongside Biology and Chemistry A levels
- AB at A level including Biology plus D3 in Pre-U Chemistry
- AAB in A level Biology, Chemistry, and the LIBF Level 3 Diploma in Financial Studies (DipFS).
We can also consider combinations that are not listed and that do not include A levels. You should read the information about essential and preferred subjects and subject combinations. We cannot consider different qualifications in the same subject area.
GCSE requirements
- GCSE Mathematics grade 4 or C
- GCSE English Language or Literature grade 4 or C (or equivalent from English language category C)
You do not need the required grade in Mathematics if you study a higher level qualification in Mathematics or Statistics (such as an A level, AS level or a Core Mathematics qualification).
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Emirati qualifications
Secondary School Certificate (Tawjihiyya)
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of this qualification alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
Advanced Placement Tests
We accept Advanced Placement Tests. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United States of America' section. You will need to hold an English language qualification (such as IELTS) in place of ACT or SATR scores as we can only accept these for United States citizens.
Indian Higher Secondary School Certificate (12th Standard)
We accept the Indian 12th Standard and our entry requirements are listed under the 'India' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Thai qualifications
Higher Secondary School Certificate (Mathayom Suksa 6)
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of this qualification alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Canadian qualifications
Secondary School Diploma
An average of 85% in the Diploma with 88%, 88%, 85% in three Year 12 subjects including 88% in Biology and Chemistry.
We also accept the Canadian International Matriculation Programme. Our requirements are the same as for the Secondary School Diploma.
Advanced Placement Tests
We accept Advanced Placement Tests. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United States of America' section.
International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept the IB Diploma and our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section. If you are studying a mixture of IB courses and College Board qualifications please contact us for advice.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
South African qualifications
National Senior Certificate
77666 in five subjects with 82% in Life Sciences and Physical Sciences.
We cannot accept Maths Literacy as one of these subjects.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Indian qualifications
Higher Secondary School Certificate (12th Standard)
An average of 80% across four subjects with 85% and 80% in Biology and Chemistry. The 85% can be in either
We do not accept Physical Education as one of these four subjects.
These requirements are for the CBSE,CISCE boards. Please contact us if you are taking this qualification with a different board.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
Advanced Placement Tests
We accept Advanced Placement Tests. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United States of America' section. You will need to hold an English language qualification (such as IELTS) in place of ACT or SATR scores as we can only accept these for United States citizens.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
American qualifications
Advanced Placement Tests
5, 5, 4 in three APs including 5 in Biology and Chemistry.
You will also need to pass your High School Diploma and achieve an ACT score of 30 or SATR scores of 720 in both Mathematics and Evidence based Reading and Writing.
SAT Subject Tests
We do not accept SAT Subject Tests for direct entry to our degrees.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
Advanced Placement Tests
We accept Advanced Placement Tests. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United States of America' section. You will need to hold an English language qualification (such as IELTS) in place of ACT or SATR scores as we can only accept these for United States citizens.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Belgian qualifications
Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur / Diploma van Hoger Secundair Onderwijs / Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts
Due to the variety, structure and grading of these qualifications, applications are welcomed from students with these qualifications but we consider them on on a case-by-case basis. If you are interested in applying, please contact us on admissions@bath.ac.uk for further advice. Please provide copies of your school reports within your email for our consideration.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
European Baccalaureate
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Portuguese qualifications
Certificado de fim de Estudos Secundários
An overall average of 17.5 with 18, 18, 17 in three subjects including 18 in Biology and Chemistry.
Your subjects grades will be taken as an average of your school results and external exams where relevant.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
European Baccalaureate
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Croatian qualifications
Maturalna Svjedodzba
An overall grade of 4.5 with 5, 5, 4 including Biology and Chemistry at Advanced Level.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Irish qualifications
Irish Leaving Certificate
H1, H2, H2, H2, H3, H3 in six Irish Leaving Certificates with H1, H2 in Biology and Chemistry.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
European Baccalaureate
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Hong Kongese qualifications
Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education
5, 5 in Biology and Chemistry plus either 4 in a third elective subject or 4 in core Mathematics.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
Advanced Placement Tests
We accept Advanced Placement Tests. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United States of America' section. You will need to hold an English language qualification (such as IELTS) in place of ACT or SATR scores as we can only accept these for United States citizens.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
French qualifications
French Baccalaureate
An overall score of 14 with 15, 14 in two specialities in your final year including Biology & Earth Sciences and Physics/Chemistry.
Our requirements for the French Baccalaureate are the same for students studying the International Option Baccalaureate (OIB) for this course.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
European Baccalaureate
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
European qualifications
European Baccalaureate
82% overall with 8.5 and 8.0 in Biology (4 periods) and Chemistry (4 periods).
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Singaporean qualifications
Singapore A levels
AAB in three H2 level subjects including A in Biology and Chemistry.
Polytechnic Diploma (3 years)
3.3 overall in either Biotechnology or Biomedical Science with a minimum B+ in Biology and Chemistry.
We are unable to consider applications for entry into year 2 with a Polytechnic Diploma for this degree.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
Advanced Placement Tests
We accept Advanced Placement Tests. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United States of America' section. You will need to hold an English language qualification (such as IELTS) in place of ACT or SATR scores as we can only accept these for United States citizens.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Turkish qualifications
Lise Bitirme Diplomasi
CGPA of 75% with 85% in Biology and Chemistry from the final year.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
German qualifications
Abitur
1.6 overall with 13 in Biology and Chemistry.
The required grades in Biology and Chemistry must be achieved in your final examinations if you take them. If you do not take one of these subjects in your final examinations, you will need an average grade across 4 semesters in it.
These entry requirements have been updated for the 2019 entry (last updated August 2018).
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
European Baccalaureate
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Norwegian qualifications
Vitnemål for videregående opplæring (Leaving certificate from upper secondary school)
An average of 4 in the common core subjects and an average of 4.6 across six optional programme courses including 5 in Biology 1 and 2 and 5 in Chemistry 1 and 2.
These requirements are for the Specialisation in General Studies programme. Please contact us if you are taking a different programme
We consider your grades in final assessment for each subject, or in examinations where you do not have a final assessment for that subject.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Swedish qualifications
Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola (Upper secondary school leaving certificate)
Pass with A in Biology 1 and 2 and A in Chemistry 1 and 2 plus A in a further 400 credits and B in a further 1200 credits.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Danish qualifications
Studenterexamen (STX)
A weighted average mark of 10 with 10 in Biology A and Chemistry A.
If you sit written and oral examinations in a subject, you must achieve the required grades in both.
We may be able to consider your application if you are taking the Højere Handelseksamen (HHX), Højere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX), Højere Forberedelseseksamen (HF). Please contact us to discuss our requirements.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
European Baccalaureate
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Greek qualifications
Apolytirion
19 in the Apolytirion plus AB in A level Biology and Chemistry.
We cannot accept the Apolytirion unless it is studied alongside A levels. We do not accept Pan Hellenic examinations in place of an A level.
These entry requirements have been updated for the 2019 entry (last updated August 2018).
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Spanish qualifications
Titulo de Bachiller
A score of 8.5 overall with 9 in Biology and Chemistry.
These entry requirements have been updated for the 2019 entry (last updated August 2018).
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
European Baccalaureate
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Polish qualifications
Certificate of Maturity
85, 85, 80 in three extended subjects including 85 in Biology and Chemistry.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Romanian qualifications
Diplomă de Bacalaureat
8.8 overall with 9.0, 9.0, 8.5 in three subjects including 9.0 in Biology and Chemistry.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Italian qualifications
Diploma di Esame di Stato
An overall score of 87% in the scientific pathway with 9, 9, 8 in three subjects from your final report card including 9 in Biology and Chemistry.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
European Baccalaureate
We accept the European Baccalaureate and our entry requirements are listed under the 'European Baccalaureate' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Hungarian qualifications
Érettségi Bizonyítvány (Secondary Education Graduation Certificate)
80% and 75% in Higher Biology and Chemistry plus 5, 5, 4 in three Standard subjects.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Lithuanian qualifications
Brandos Atestatas (Secondary School Leaving Certificate)
9.0 overall with 90, 90, 85 in three state exams including Biology and Chemistry.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
South Korean qualifications
Ilbankye Kodung Hakkyo (General High School Diploma)
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of this qualification alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
New Zealander qualifications
National Certificate in Educational Achievement (NCEA)
Level 3 Diploma achieved with Merit including Level 3 Biology and Chemistry with 14 credits at Excellence (E) and one other Level 3 subject with 14 credits at Merit (M).
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Australian qualifications
High School Certificates and Certificates of Education
Pass the relevant certificate with an ATAR or TER of 93 with grade A or 80 in Biology and Chemistry.
We can accept any of the following school leaver qualifications meeting these requirements:
-Australian Capital Territory Year 12 Certificate -New South Wales Higher School Certificate -Northern Territory Certificate of Education -South Australian Certificate of Education -Tasmanian Certificate of Education -Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning -Victorian Certificate of Education -Western Australian Certificate of Education
Our requirements for the Queensland Senior Certificate of Education are:
Overall Band Position of 2 with HA in Biology and Chemistry.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Cypriot qualifications
Cypriot Apolytirion
18 in the Apolytirion plus AB in two A levels including Biology and Chemistry.
If you are studying the new Apolytirion Lyceum Pathway system (since 2019) provided by the majority of public schools, and you are studying any of the four subjects at an Advanced Level (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and Biology), we may be able to consider you without the further GCE/PIA/CIE A level requirements. Please contact admissions@bath.ac.uk for further advice.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Jordanian qualifications
General Secondary Education Certificate (Tawjihi)
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of this qualification alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
Advanced Placement Tests
We accept Advanced Placement Tests. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United States of America' section. You will need to hold an English language qualification (such as IELTS) in place of ACT or SATR scores as we can only accept these for United States citizens.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Russian qualifications
Certificate of Secondary Education (Attestat o (Polnom) Srednem Obshchem Obrazovanii)
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of this qualification alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Malaysian qualifications
Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM)
AAB in three subjects including A in Biology and Chemistry.
We do not accept General Studies as one of these three subjects. We do not accept grade A- in place of grade A or grade B- in place of grade B.
Dua Tahun Matrikulasi (PDT)
CGPA of 3.3 in the science stream.
Diplomas are accepted case-by-case depending on your profile. Please contact us for further advice.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
Canadian International Matriculation Programme
We accept this programme for direct entry and our requirements are the same as for a Canadian Secondary School Diploma. These are listed in the 'Canada' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Chinese qualifications
Senior Secondary School Graduation Certificate or Chinese University Entrance Exam (Gaokao)
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of these qualifications alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
Canadian International Matriculation Programme
We accept this programme for direct entry and our requirements are the same as for a Canadian Secondary School Diploma. These are listed in the 'Canada' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Japanese qualifications
Upper Secondary School Leaving Certificate (Kotogakko Sotsugyo Shomeisho)
Unfortunately we are unable to accept students onto our degrees on the basis of this qualification alone. You will need to take an additional course before applying to us. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate Diploma or a recognised foundation course. Please contact us for further advice.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
International Foundation Years
If you have not studied qualifications we typically accept or you do not expect to meet our requirements in your current studies you may wish to consider an International Foundation Year.
The one-year University of Bath International Foundation Year International Foundation Year programme is licensed to and delivered by Bath College, our partner organisation in the centre of Bath. This course is accredited by the University of Bath and provides you with guaranteed progression to a University of Bath degree (subject to you achieving the required grades at the end of the programme).
We also accept International Foundation Years offered by other UK colleges and universities on a case-by-case basis. Please contact us for further advice.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Bulgarian qualifications
Diploma Za Sredno Obrazovanie
5.5 overall with 5.8 in Advanced Chemistry and Biology including at least one of these subjects in a state matriculation exam.
Any subject in your offer in which you do not take a state matriculation exam must be studied in your final year of school.
A levels or the International Baccalaureate Diploma
We accept these qualifications whether you have studied them in the UK or abroad. Our entry requirements are listed under the 'United Kingdom' section.
English language requirements
Category C
You will normally need one of the following:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
- The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
- Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE): 176 with no less than 169 in all elements
- Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE): 180 with no less than 169 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components
If you studied for UK qualifications in English Language or English Literature, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
If you studied for English language qualifications from another country, make sure you have the required grades for this course.
Fees and funding
Fees and funding information for Biochemistry MBiochem (Hons) including placement year
Fees
Your tuition fees and how you pay them will depend on whether you are a Home, EU, Island or Overseas student.
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Fee information is not yet available for this course. Tuition fees are liable to increase annually for all University of Bath students.
How to pay
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You can pay your tuition fees by Direct Debit, debit card, credit card, cheque, bank transfer or cash. You may also be eligible for a student loan to help you pay your fees.
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You will need to budget at least £100 for the cost of photocopying, printing and binding. You will also need to budget for the cost of textbooks.
Some courses involve visits away from campus and you may be required to pay some or all of the costs of travel, accommodation and food and drink.
If you’re on a placement, you’re responsible for your own travel, accommodation and living costs. You should also consider the financial implications if you go on an unpaid or overseas placement.
Application information
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Course titleBiochemistry
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Final awardMBiochem (Hons)
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Mode of studyFull-time
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Course codeC705
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Institution codeB16
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Department
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LocationUniversity of Bath
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UK/EU application deadline15 January 2021
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Overseas deadline15 January 2021
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Application eligibilityUK and Overseas students are eligible to apply
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Regulator
Selection process
We will usually assess you based on your UCAS application. If you are studying certain qualifications, such as a Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma, you may be invited to attend an interview as part of our selection process so we can better assess your studies and experiences. If you are studying a Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma, please make sure that your UCAS application is submitted by 15 January: if you apply after this deadline, then it may be too late for us to include you in our interview process.
Very exceptionally we may invite you to an interview if you have circumstances we cannot assess from an application alone.
Our interview page gives more information on what you should expect from an interview.
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