Medical Biochemistry with a Year Abroad
Available for Clearing 2026
Course Overview - Medical Biochemistry with a Year Abroad
At the heart of modern medicine, Medical Biochemistry is crucial to the way we understand the causes and effects of disease and how new treatments are developed.
Medical Biochemistry at Swansea University successfully bridges medicine and science, ensuring you develop the core knowledge, practical and employability skills needed to work at the highest levels of science, medicine, pharmaceutical and biomedical science industries.
You will gain fundamental knowledge of physiology, biochemistry, genetics, and immunology, whilst developing a deep understanding of the b...
At the heart of modern medicine, Medical Biochemistry is crucial to the way we understand the causes and effects of disease and how new treatments are developed.
Medical Biochemistry at Swansea University successfully bridges medicine and science, ensuring you develop the core knowledge, practical and employability skills needed to work at the highest levels of science, medicine, pharmaceutical and biomedical science industries.
You will gain fundamental knowledge of physiology, biochemistry, genetics, and immunology, whilst developing a deep understanding of the biochemical function of living organisms, as you study the chemical processes that occur and study cell function at sub-cellular and molecular levels.
Throughout the programme, you will gain excellent analytical and project management skills as you learn how to design experiments and plan work programmes.
This programme includes opportunities to undertake a Year Abroad, enhancing your learning and offering invaluable life experience.
Based on our stunning Singleton Park campus, in parkland overlooking Swansea Bay on the edge of the Gower Peninsula, Swansea University’s Medical School is home to state-of-the-art research and teaching facilities.
You will benefit from access to our cutting-edge facilities, such as:
• HPLC
• Gas Chromatography
• Mass Spectrometry
• DNA and protein analytical equipment
• Computer-based image analysers for molecular or cellular studies
As one of our Pathways to Medicine courses, provided you meet the minimum entry requirements for Graduate Entry Medicine, and have successfully completed the pathway, you will be guaranteed an interview for our flagship Medicine (Graduate Entry) MBBCh course.
Why Choose Swansea University During Clearing?
Kickstart a bright future at Swansea University.
With around 300,000 residents, Swansea isn’t the biggest city this side of the Severn, but she’s got a big personality with a cost of living that’s refreshingly affordable compared to most other UK cities. Whether you like to explore the outdoors, take in a bit of culture, or anything in between, Swansea has something for everyone.
As a student at Swansea University, you'll benefit from a friendly, inclusive community and opportunities to gain skills that last a lifetime. Alongside first-class resources that include ...
Kickstart a bright future at Swansea University.
With around 300,000 residents, Swansea isn’t the biggest city this side of the Severn, but she’s got a big personality with a cost of living that’s refreshingly affordable compared to most other UK cities. Whether you like to explore the outdoors, take in a bit of culture, or anything in between, Swansea has something for everyone.
As a student at Swansea University, you'll benefit from a friendly, inclusive community and opportunities to gain skills that last a lifetime. Alongside first-class resources that include a mock court room, indoor athletics centre & virtual reality lab, you'll learn from leading academics, in a supportive and nurturing environment.
With 120 societies, 50 sports clubs and 12 months of must-see events, you’ll find plenty to keep you busy between lectures.
Whoever you are and whoever you want to be, you'll find yourself right at home in Swansea.
Course Information
1 Clearing option available
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2026-09-21
Campus
Singleton Park Campus
Application Details
Apply for Clearing 2026
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C74A
Institution Code
S93
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
Scottish Higher
Scottish Advanced Higher at equivalent grade is accepted in place of any A-Level (A2).
Access to HE Diploma
At least 24 Distinctions and 15 Merits in Level 3 Credits including Distinctions in ALL Biology and Chemistry modules.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
To include Higher Level grades in Chemistry, plus at least one other science (usually Biology)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Distinction (D) in a relevant BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (6 units) is accepted in place of one A-Level (A2) (other than Chemistry or Biology).
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
5 Higher subjects at min. H3 inc. Biology = H2 & Chemistry = H2
Extended Project
We recognise the EPQ as an excellent indicator of success. If you are predicted a grade B or above in the EPQ, you will receive an offer with a one grade reduction, to include your EPQ with a grade B.
A level
Chemistry essential, plus at least one other science (usually Biology)
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
Welsh Baccalaureate at equivalent grade is accepted in place of one A-Level (A2) (other than Chemistry or Biology).
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
Swansea University accepts the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales as fully equivalent to x1 A-Level.
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