Biochemistry sits at the boundary between the physical and life sciences. It concerns the molecular basis of health and disease, contributing to the discovery of new medicines, the growth of biotechnology, and the feeding of a growing population. You'll learn how knowledge of DNA sequences and appreciation of the structure and function of proteins are enabling us to better understand how living systems work, guiding the design of drugs to combat disease, and the engineering of biomolecules to enhance industrial processes. This integrated Masters course introduces a four-year programme that specifically focuses on the skills needed for a career as a research scientist. During this time you'll carry out an extended project and learn specialised techniques; you'll gain experience in a research lab doing pioneering work at the forefront of their field. You'll also undertake specialist research training and take Masters-level modules. Adding a year in industry or a year abroad are options with this course, so you can benefit from the advantages that a year away can bring.
A Level: AAA | Essential Subjects: Chemistry at grade A and a second Science (or equivalent) are essential. We consider the following subjects as a second Science: Biology, Further Maths, Geology, Maths, Physical Education, Physics or Statistics. Information: Applicants taking Science A Levels that include a practical component will be required to pass. | We are currently not accepting T Levels for this course unless additional A Levels (or equivalent qualifications) in Chemistry and a second science or mathematics subject have been taken. | Scottish Higher | Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements. | Access to HE Diploma: 39 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma: 6 UCAS points | Access to HE Diploma | Pass Access to HE Diploma with 39 credits at Distinction and 6 at Merit or higher including Chemistry and a second Science-related units. | Scottish Advanced Higher | Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements. | Extended Project: B | If you achieve B or higher in your EPQ, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A Level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 36 UCAS points | With 6 in Higher Level Chemistry plus either 5 in another Higher Level science or mathematics subject, or 5 in two Standard Level science or mathematics subjects. | WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales: A | We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DDD | We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in Chemistry at grade A and a second Science (or equivalent qualification) are essential. We consider BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science (2016 syllabus) with all 7 mandatory units plus all five Chemistry units: 10,13,14,18,19. We consider BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science (2010 syllabus), please contact us for information on the units we accept. | OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma: DDD | We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications. A Level in Chemistry at grade A and a second Science (or equivalent qualification) are essential. We may also consider relevant units in your OCR Cambridge Technical as A Level Science equivalent. | OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma: DD | Plus A at A Level. A Level in Chemistry at grade A and a second Science (or equivalent qualification) are essential. We may also consider relevant units in your CTEC Technical Diploma as Chemistry and a second science equivalent. Please contact us for information on the approved science CTEC subjects we accept. | OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate: D | Plus AA at A Level. A Level in Chemistry at grade A and a second Science (or equivalent qualification) are essential. We may also consider relevant units in your CTEC as A Level Science equivalent. Please contact us for information on the approved science CTEC subjects we accept. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016): DD | Plus A at A Level. A Level in Chemistry at grade A and a second Science (or equivalent qualification) are essential. We may also consider relevant units in your BTEC National Diploma as Chemistry and a second science equivalent. Please contact us for information on the approved science BTEC subjects we accept. | Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016): D | Plus AA at A Level. A Level in Chemistry at grade A and a second Science (or equivalent qualification) are essential. We may also consider relevant units in your BTEC as A Level Science equivalent. Please contact us for information on the approved science BTEC subjects we accept.
Please note these fees are for 2026 entry. Fees for 2027 entry are yet to be confirmed and will be updated as soon as possible. For additional information please see our web pages at: https://www.york.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/fees-funding/ — UG Standard Band 4 2027 entry
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