Belfast,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSci (Hons) Biochemistry in Belfast United Kingdom | Queen's University Belfast
Queen's University Belfast
|
Belfast United Kingdom
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Qualification
Undergraduate Masters
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
23,100
(c. USD30,787.22)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
Biochemistry serves as the molecular foundation of living systems. It utilizes chemical theories to tackle some of the most compelling challenges in biotechnology and healthcare. This field clarifies drug mechanisms, reveals disease pathologies, and makes genetic manipulation possible. As such, it plays a vital role in pharmaceutical development, biotech innovations, and medical investigations.
Biochemistry professionals study the architecture, operations, and biological significance of compounds that drive metabolic processes, cellular communication, and genetic inheritance.
The MSci Biochemistry program equips learners with comprehensive knowledge of biochemical concepts and theories, along with hands-on laboratory expertise. Participants will examine key analytical methods and principles, implementing them in research environments. The curriculum develops skills in data collection, numerical analysis, result interpretation, and critical thinking.
The program also addresses supplementary competencies including teamwork, information organization, effective communication, professional development strategies, and practical application of academic knowledge.
A key feature of this integrated Masters degree is the opportunity to conduct advanced research projects during the final year of study.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A level requirements
AAB including Chemistry and Biology + GCSE Mathematics grade C4
OR
AAA including Chemistry and at least one from Mathematics or Physics + GCSE Biology grade C4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C4.
Where A-level Biology, Mathematics or Physics are not offered, A-levels in three other subjects including Chemistry and AS-level Biology would be considered.
Irish leaving certificate requirements
H2H3H3H3H3H3 including Higher Level grade H2 and H3 in any order in Chemistry and Biology + if not offered at Higher Level then Ordinary Level grade O4 in Mathematics
OR
H2H2H3H3H3H3 including Higher Level grade H2 and H3 in any order in Chemistry and at least one from Mathematics or Physics + if not offered at Higher Level then Ordinary Level grade O4 in Biology and Mathematics.
Access Course
Not considered. Applicants should apply for the BSc degree.
International Baccalaureate Diploma
34 points overall including 6,6,5 at Higher Level including Chemistry and Biology + GCSE Mathematics grade C4
OR
36 points overall including 6,6,6 at Higher Level including Chemistry and Mathematics or Physics + GCSE Biology grade C4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C4
IELTS 6.5 minimum of 5.5 in all four elements of the test
TOEFL iBT 90 with minimum marks as follows- Listening - 17 Reading - 18 Speaking - 20 Writing - 17
AAB including Chemistry and Biology + GCSE Mathematics grade C4
OR
AAA including Chemistry and at least one from Mathematics or Physics + GCSE Biology grade C4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C4.
Where A-level Biology, Mathematics or Physics are not offered, A-levels in three other subjects including Chemistry and AS-level Biology would be considered.
Irish leaving certificate requirements
H2H3H3H3H3H3 including Higher Level grade H2 and H3 in any order in Chemistry and Biology + if not offered at Higher Level then Ordinary Level grade O4 in Mathematics
OR
H2H2H3H3H3H3 including Higher Level grade H2 and H3 in any order in Chemistry and at least one from Mathematics or Physics + if not offered at Higher Level then Ordinary Level grade O4 in Biology and Mathematics.
Access Course
Not considered. Applicants should apply for the BSc degree.
International Baccalaureate Diploma
34 points overall including 6,6,5 at Higher Level including Chemistry and Biology + GCSE Mathematics grade C4
OR
36 points overall including 6,6,6 at Higher Level including Chemistry and Mathematics or Physics + GCSE Biology grade C4 or GCSE Double Award Science grades CC4,4 + GCSE Mathematics grade C4
IELTS 6.5 minimum of 5.5 in all four elements of the test
TOEFL iBT 90 with minimum marks as follows- Listening - 17 Reading - 18 Speaking - 20 Writing - 17
Tuition
GBP
23,100