If you study Biopharmaceuticals BEng at XJTLU you'll study Biopharmaceuticals at the University of Liverpool on the XJTLU 2+2 programme. View all XJTLU 2+2 programmes.
Course overview
Biopharmaceuticals include recombinant proteins, nucleic-acid and plant-based therapeutics, and are an economically important, high-growth market worth over £1 trillion to the global economy. The world-leading biopharmaceuticals cluster centred in Speke in Liverpool works closely alongside experts at the University of Liverpool, including Biochemists, Pharmacologists, Chemists and Bioengineers at the cutting-edge of new research.
Our interdisciplinary Biopharmaceuticals Degree offers an exciting opportunity to learn how Molecular Biosciences, Chemistry and Engineering principles are combined to deliver the biopharmaceuticals of the future. You will study a broad range of modules focused on key concepts in biotechnology (including bioengineering), pharmacology and chemistry, with the opportunity to join collaborative research teams in your own lab-based research project.
We offer individual support for making international career choices right from the beginning and you will have the opportunity to consider potential career pathways both within and outside the rapidly expanding biopharmaceutical field, which encompasses both biotech and traditional pharmaceuticals. You’ll also learn and develop key transferable skills in communication, team working, project management and computing, with a focus on practical sessions and team working.
Why choose Biopharmaceuticals at the University of Liverpool?
- Strong links with centres of excellence such as the Centre for Drug Safety Science (CDSS), Centre of Excellence for Long-acting Therapeutics (CELT), and Human Liver Research Facility, through which students can access support and project opportunities
- Access to state-of-the-art facilities like Multi-Omics (genomics, metabolomics, proteomics)
- Unique modules for 2+2 students only, such as Drug Discovery and Development, Translational Pharmacology, and Applied Pharmacology
- Paid Summer internships and the World of Work module, offering placements with leading companies like GSK, NHS, and IPG Health.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees cover the cost of your teaching and assessment, operating facilities such as libraries, IT equipment, and access to academic and personal support.
All XJTLU 2+2 students receive a partnership discount of 10% on the standard fees for international students. We also offer 50 XJTLU Excellence Scholarships providing a 25% discount on tuition fees to the students that score most highly in stage 2 at XJTLU across the different subject areas. Allocation is based on the number of applications received per programme.
The net fees (inclusive of the discounts) can be seen below.
Tuition fees
2025 tuition fee (full) - £29,100
2025 tuition fee for XJTLU 2+2 students (inclusive of 10% discount) - £26,190
2025 tuition fee for XJTLU 2+2 students qualifying for Excellence Scholarship (inclusive of 25% discount) - £21,825
Fees stated are for the 2025-26 academic year.
Course content
Discover what you'll learn, what you'll study, and how you'll be taught and assessed.
Year two
In addition to the modules listed below, students on this programme will also study:
- An Introduction to Medicinal Chemistry (CHEM247), Credits:15, Semester 1
- Laboratory and Analytical Skills (CHEM220), Credits: 15, Semesters 1 and 2 whole session.
On the 2+2 programme, you'll study your third and fourth years at the University of Liverpool. These will be year two and year three of the University of Liverpool's programme of study.
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
Modules
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
Year three
In addition to the modules listed below, students on this programme will also study:
- AI Applications in Drug Discovery (CHEM321), Credits:15, Semester 1
- Heterocyclic and Applied Medicinal Chemistry (CHEM336), Credits: 15, Semester 2
- Synthetic Biology and Biotechnology (BIOS320), Credits: 15, Semester 2
and one of two final year research projects:
- Final Year Research Project (CHEM320), Credits: 30, Semesters 1 and 2 whole session or
- Final Year Research Project (BIOS240), Credits: 30, Semesters 1 and 2 whole session.
On the 2+2 programme, you'll study your third and fourth years at the University of Liverpool. These will be year two and year three of the University of Liverpool's programme of study.
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.
Modules
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| MOLECULAR SYSTEMS BIOLOGY (BIOS309) | 15 |
| ADVANCED PHARMACOLOGY AND THERAPEUTICS (BIOS315) | 15 |
| PRACTICAL CHEMISTRY YR3 FOR MCHEM STUDENTS - SHORTER VERSION (CHEM355) | 15 |
Programme details and modules listed are illustrative only and subject to change.