Sheffield Hallam University

Overview

The Biochemistry with Foundation Year (Honours) programme at Sheffield Hallam University offers a comprehensive understanding of biology, chemistry, and analytical science. This course blends theoretical knowledge with practical lab-based experience, ensuring students develop a robust foundation in the sciences. An optional placement year provides additional opportunities for industry experience, and there are pathways available for those interested in pursuing further research-focused studies, such as the MSci.

What you'll study

This programme integrates a foundation year with undergraduate biochemistry studies, progressing from essential scientific principles to advanced biochemical applications.

Indicative modules may include:

• Concepts in Biology and Chemistry
• Biochemistry and Genetics
• Molecular and Cellular Biochemistry
• Advanced Analytical Science
• Applications of Analytical Science
• Demonstrating Professional Skills for Scientists
• Applying Professional Skills for Scientists

Placement year (optional): Students have the option to engage in a year-long placement, gaining practical experience in either an industrial or research environment.

Honours pathway: This programme is designed to facilitate progression to honours-level study, with options for further research pathways where applicable.

For detailed curriculum and module sequencing, please refer to the university's programme specification.

Entry requirements

Admission typically relies on UK qualifications such as A levels, BTEC National qualifications, T levels, or an Access to HE Diploma in a science-related field. Specific entry offers are contingent upon the type of qualification and the applicant's subject profile.

Examples of acceptable routes (indicative):

• A levels: At least 24 points in any one A level, with a minimum of 16 points from a science subject (biology, chemistry, or human biology). General Studies is not accepted.
• BTEC: BTEC National qualification in Applied Science (e.g., MPP in BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science).
• T level: Overall pass from a T level in Health-Care Science or Science, with a D or E from core.
• Access to HE: Access to HE Diploma from a QAA-recognised Access to HE course in a science-based subject, typically requiring 15 credits at level 2 and 45 credits at level 3.
• Other combinations: A combination of qualifications may be considered, including AS levels and an EPQ.

UCAS points: 64 (as listed for this programme).

Career prospects